“Because we loved you so much, we were delighted to share with you not only the gospel of God but our lives as well.”
— 1 Thessalonians 2:8
Palms Youth Ministry is how 6th through 12th graders find their place in the Palms Oasis through fellowship, study, worship, and service. Join us on Sunday mornings from 9:40-10:40 a.m. and Sunday nights from 7:00-8:30 p.m. as we worship, play games, and have small group discussions, seeking to grow closer to God and to one another in all we do. Throughout the school year, we go on weekend retreats, participate in local service projects, experience worship in new and ancient ways, and explore what it means to be a part of the body of Christ. In the summers, we participate in mission trips and fun day trips. Palms Youth Ministry is a place to love and be loved by God and one another.
REGULAR GATHERINGS:
Youth Group for students in grades 6-12 meets in Fellowship Hall on most Sunday nights from 7:00-8:30 p.m. for dinner, fellowship, small group discipleship, games and prayer.
High School Breakfast Club meets weekly during the school year on Wednesdays from 7:45-8:30 a.m. at Players Café in Ponte Vedra Beach. Come any week – and Katie will buy your breakfast on your first week!
The Bridge for students in grades 5 & 6 meets every Wednesday September 21-March 14 from 5:15-7:15 p.m. in the Youth Room for dinner, Bible study, and fun!
LITs (LOGOS Leaders in Training) are students in grades 7-12 who have a passion for faith, fun, and children! LITs are weekly volunteers with our Wednesday night LOGOS program, and spend devotional time together before heading out to help with dinner, Bible Study, and recreation for all our LOGOS children. Contact Rev. Katie Day if you are interested in volunteering next year.
STUDY OPPORTUNITIES:
Sunday School for The Bridge (5th & 6th Graders) is offered weekly 9:40-10:40 a.m. in room 411 in Fellowship Hall. Donuts provided!
Sunday School for 7th and 8th Graders is offered weekly 9:40-10:40 a.m. in room 414 in Fellowship Hall. Donuts provided!
Confirmation for 9th Graders is a year-long program including retreats, service projects, lunches with Elder Partners, and weekly gatherings in the Youth Room Sunday mornings from 9:40-10:40 a.m.
Sunday School for 10th-12th Graders is not currently offered. Contact Rev. Katie Day if you are interested in beginning a class. Students are welcome to volunteer in children’s Sunday School classes for 4-week units; contact Rev. Laurie Furr-Vancini.
Parent Connection Book Study is on a break and will resume later in the winter.
UPCOMING EVENT DETAILS:
February 3 & 10, 9:30-11:00 p.m.
High School Broomball League at Jacksonville Ice
Join other high school teams from around the presbytery competing in this zany sport played on ice in sneakers. Bring $10 per night and BYOB (bring your own broom).
February 5, 12:00 p.m.
Taizé Informational Meeting
11th & 12th graders who are interested in our summer pilgrimage July 6-16 to the Taizé Community in France are invited to come with a parent to this informational meeting.
February 12, 7:00-8:30 p.m.
Family Night
Family members are invited to come to Youth Group with 6th-12th graders for dinner, fellowship, and fun!
February 19-20
Middle School Girls Retreat
Girls in 6th-8th grades are invited to this overnight retreat at Camp Montgomery, joining girls from other churches in our presbytery. The cost is $75, and we will need some moms to come with us! Sign up with Rev. Katie Day.
February 25, 5:15-7:15 p.m.
Middle School Broomball Day at Jacksonville Ice
Join other middle schoolers from around the presbytery competing in this zany sport played on ice in sneakers. Bring $10 and BYOB (bring your own broom).