Glenn Youth

Glenn Youth seeks to be a safe space for 6th through 12th graders to be themselves, ask questions, have fun, and learn. We understand youth development and promote an environment that focuses on growth. We emphasize trust and building relationships with one another. Glenn Youth is open, accepting, and welcoming to all, and we strive to serve others in our community and abroad.

We use the following communications to stay connected:

      • View and/or subscribe to the weekly “Youth at Glenn” E-Newsletter.

      • Follow us on Instagram - @GlennYouth!

      • Reach out to Ben Ladner for questions and to be added to the Youth or Youth Parents GroupMe text chats.

Upcoming Events

Glennlympics

June 29, 5pm | YAAB

Join the youth group for an evening of games and healthy competition! No sign up is necessary; just show up. Anyone rising 6th grade through graduated 12th grade is welcome to join.

Summer Mission Trip

July 20-26 | Johnson City, TN

(Registration now full) Rising 7th graders and older are invited on a trip to Johnson City, TN to help repair homes and infrastructure that were damaged by the 2024 hurricanes. *This will be an intense week, but a highly rewarding one.*

Tie-Dye Sunday! 

July 27th, 9:45am | YAAB

Children & Youth will join during Sunday School at the Youth & Activities Building front yard to learn how the Scriptures can help us tie-dye our clothes! Let us know your family's sizes on this form so we can order approximate number of youth and adult sizes.  All are welcome to join us that morning or simply take home your shirt to wear plain or decorate on your own.  Pay online or sponsor t-shirts here.

Glenn Youth Music Workshop

August 2

Rising 6th – 12th graders are invited to come and learn: Practical music reading and singing skills, The role and application of music in worship, Basic and Advanced Guitar skills, and the History and tours of Glenn’s sanctuary and Little Chapel.

No previous experience needed!  There will be guest clinicians and prizes!  Watch for more information and registration details soon.  For more information, contact Wes Griffin.

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United Methodist Youth Fellowship

Our United Methodist Youth Fellowship (UMYF) takes place most Sunday nights from 6:00-8:30pm in the Youth and Activities Building. A typical night includes sharing a meal, having students practice for choir, and having sessions for Middle and High Schoolers to have fun, enjoy fellowship with one another, and learn more about loving God and neighbor. Subscribe to our Youth at Glenn E-newsletter for updates.

Confirmation

Sundays, January-March, 9:45am, Youth and Activities Building

Confirmation focuses on exploring and understanding basic Christian theology and the call to discipleship, as well as our specific United Methodist heritage and understanding. By choosing to be a part of Confirmation, youth will have the chance to learn, ask questions, make friends, and have fun. Participation does not mean that youth will have to commit to join the church- our faith journeys are lifelong and we encourage youth to explore God, faith, and the church with openness. 7th Graders and Friends in Faith volunteers begin the journey of confirmation - learning, exploring, and growing together to confirm our faith and become professing members of the Church. This year, we are offering a parallel class for older youth and adults who may have missed Confirmation as a middle schooler or simply want to explore and grow together in the Christian journey.

Youth Drama Production

Each year, our talented youth put on a production of a play or musical. We have found this to be an incredible opportunity for growth, leadership development, and community engagement.

Youth Choir

**Resumes August 17** Sundays | 5:00 – 6:00 pm

The Youth Choir consists of 6th-12th graders who sing great sacred music together.  The Choir sings regularly in worship, as well as for Little Chapel programs, senior living facilities, spring concerts, and bi-annual choir tours and mission trips.  Rehearsals are Sundays, 5:00 – 6:00 pm in room 208 of the Glenn Church School Building.  *Free!* No singing experience needed!  For more information, contact Wes Griffin.

Service & Mission

A large part of the identity of Glenn Youth is service. We are committed to expanding the kingdom of God through loving our neighbors, and we serve both locally and internationally, with an emphasis on local partnerships.

 

Recreation Ministries

Glenn Hoops 2024-2025 has concluded. Stay tuned for more information on our next season! For more info visit bit.ly/GlennHoops.

Worship

Our youth participate in our worship consistently, through acolyting, scripture reading, and leading us in worship through song.

Retreats

Our Glenn Youth Retreats are an intentional time for our youth members, youth staff, and adult volunteers to grow in our faith, worship together, and enjoy fellowship! We typically have three retreats per academic year, each being a weekend long. These retreats are an awesome opportunity for new faces to become introduced to our group, and also for Glenn Youth veterans to grow spiritually and in our love for one another.

Learn More

Want to learn more or have any questions about Glenn Youth? Contact Youth Director Ben Ladner.

Learn about our Child/Youth Protection Policies & Safe Sanctuaries here.