Middle School and Senior High Youth Groups Are Back

The middle school and senior high youth groups have an exciting year planned.

Join us the 2nd, 3rd, & 4th Sunday of the month at noon.

All middle school and senior high youth are invited to Fellowship Hall for a shared meal with the Pastors and adult chaperones/helpers. Afterwards we'll head to the Stuart Youth Center and the Mood Room for a variety of different actiivities.

What are we doing? Possibilities include:

• A Meal, a Movie, and a Discussion (2 different movies would be shown for age appropriateness)

• Service and Mission to our local community

• Combined service events with other Palo Alto UMCs

• Conversation Starter Videos and Discussion

• Sunday Field Trip to Glide for a day of worship and mission

• Special program presentations, eg. Sam Kauffman's Drama Ministries for Youth

• Other off-site special events can be planned with parent support

So join us every Sunday from noon - 1:30pm.

For more information please contact Pastor Laurie 650-323-6167 x102 or Pastor Michael 650-323-6167 x101.

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Sunday School

Our Bible-based curriculum is designed to nurture the youth in their faith journey.

Sunday School classes for Grades 6-8 and Grades 9-12 meet from 9:00 am - 10:15 am.

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Worship

Youth are encouraged not only to be in attendance at worship, but also to take an active part in it by reading the opening prayer, acting as Acolytes, and by reading scriptures. They also periodically plan a "Youth Service."

Our primary service is from 10:25 am - 11:30 am.

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Confirmation Class

Bi-annually (in even numbered years) we offer youth who are in grades 6 and higher an opportunity to make an intentional faith decision and commitment.

This involves attendance at a special "Confirmation Class," which consists of several sessions designed to help youth explore their faith in the context of the Christian tradition at a deeper level.

At the end of this process they will make a decision about their faith, write a faith statement, and we hope, make a commitment to join the church.

Contact: Pastor Laurie 650-323-6167 x102

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United Methodist College Loan and Scholarship Programs

Planning for college?

The United Methodist Scholarship and Loan Programs are a churchwide educational service providing scholarships and loans to help supplement the financial needs of today's students. Funding for these scholarships and loans are provided through offerings, wills, annuities, and other designated gifts.

United Methodist Scholarships

Scholarships are awarded on an academic year basis. A student is eligible to receive only one United Methodist scholarship during any one academic year.

United Methodist scholarships are available to undergraduate students at more than 100 United Methodist-related colleges and universities.

Many of the scholarships for graduate students are designated for persons pursuing a degree in theological studies (M.Div., D.Min., Ph.D.),higher education administration or older adults changing their careers.

Scholarships for racial ethnic undergraduate or graduate students and UM students at non UM schools are also available.

The United Methodist Student Loan Program

Who May Borrow?

An applicant must be:
• an active, full member of a United Methodist Church for at least one year prior to applying
• a citizen or permanent resident of the U. S.
• admitted to a degree program in an accredited college/university
• maintaining at least a C average

For further information about the United Methodist scholarship and loan programs visit the United Methodist General Board of Higher Education & Ministry website.

Click here for information on United Methodist-related colleges.

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United Methodist Schools and Colleges

Can't decide where to go to college?

There are 123 educational institutions that are related to The United Methodist Church. They are located in diverse settings across the United States, ranging from rural communities to some of our nation's great cities. From small schools with 200 students to schools with over 15,000 students, these institutions offer rich and creative academic programs.

United Methodist-related educational institutions place student learning, the concern for the community, and the search for values at the center of their programs.

• Complete school list by state

Alphabetical Lists
• Two Year Colleges
• Four Year Colleges and Universities
• Medical School

Interested in preparing for the ministry or another church profession? Check out the 13 United Methodist Seminaries.

Click here for information on United Methodist scholarship and loan programs.

Information courtesy of the United Methodist General Board of Higher Education and Ministry