We are in need of youth who would be willing to be liturgists on
Sunday mornings (only 1 service-not both)
Contact Jeff Vance for more information
Youth and Young Adult Program
WELCOME!
My name is Jeff Vance and I’m the Youth and Young Adult Director
at
First Presbyterian Church
here in Lincoln, NE.
Here at First Presbyterian our invitation to you is to come and grow with us. 'Curiosity is encouraged,
diversity is welcomed, and all are loved’…
the same motto can be found in the Youth and Young Adult
program too.
Now, I don’t claim to have all the answers and neither do the youth leaders,
but know that they are
committed to taking this journey with you.
Our goal is to provide a Christian atmosphere where growth can be nurtured.
Here there is no such thing as a dumb question…and it doesn’t matter where you are in your faith journey.
So if you’re in Middle School,
High School, or a Young Adult…come grow with us.
Below is more information about our Youth Groups and our Young Adult Program.
Youth Groups:
Middle School and High School Youth Groups are up and running for the 2007-2008 school year!
Youth of the church in grades 6-12, and their friends, are always welcome at Youth Group activities.
Please join us for fellowship, service, worship, and study whenever you can! Call the church office for more information about Middle
School Youth Group and for more information about the Senior High School Youth Group. Parents if you have not done so yet, you can
fill out a permission form for your youth by downloading this Minor Permission Form.
Sunday School is held in each of the youth rooms for each youth group.
Sunday School and Youth Group for both Middle School and High School youth runs from September 9th, 2007 until May 25th, 2008.
There are some changes made from time to time so check out the bulletin for up todate information to ensure your student doesn’t miss out
on any upcoming events.
Typical Sunday Schedule:
9:45 a.m. - M.S. and H.S. Sunday School
5:00 p.m. - M.S. Youth Group
6:00 p.m. - M.S. and H.S. Meal and Fellowship
7:00 p.m. - H.S. Youth Group
In case of inclimate weather or if you're not sure check out the Youth Forum
(the link can be found below) or KFOR.
Events in 2008:
May 5th:
There is a meeting in Great Hall at 7pm. We will be solidifying our plans concerning the Youth Group Video
on Micah 6:8.
May 11th:
There is NO YOUTH GROUP due to Mother’s Day. Spend time as a family and give thanks to your mom and all
the moms that have touched your heart.
May 24th:
There will be a private showing of The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian at South Pointe Cinema.
The cost is $5.50 and all M.S., H.S., and Young Adults encouraged to invite friends and family members.
The movie starts at 9am so get there a little earlier. Order your tickets today! E-mail Jeff Vance
May 27th:
There is a M.S. and H.S. Study Night at Scooters/Brown Baggers at 7pm off 84th and Van Dorn.
The study is for all those who are serious about getting work done or might need a break.
July 20th-21st:
The M.S. and H.S. youth are invited to a good time at World’s of Fun! More details to come…
‘The Calling’:
There is an opportunity in October ’08 to join Good Shepherd Presbyterian on a Mission Trip to Estes Park.
While it’s booked as a Mission Trip, it’s also a retreat. Yes, you will be working, but you will have time to relax too.
*There will be a $50 non-refundable deposit-to ensure a genuine commitment.
Summer Youth Softball Team:
Your softball t-shirts are in! The cost is $15 and covers the cost of the t-shirt and your portion softball team fee.
You may pick up your t-shirt from Jeff.
Softball Schedule
All Games are on Thursdays at Lewis Fields: 2010 M. St. (Field #4)
June 5th- 9:15pm vs. St. Marks #5
June 12th- 6:15pm vs. St. Marks #1
June 19th- 8:15pm vs. St. Marks #3
June 26th- 9:15pm vs. St. Marks #4
July 10th- 6:15pm vs. St. Marks #2
July 17th- 7:15pm vs. Parkview Youth
July 24th- 9:15pm vs. Eastridge Presbyterian
Youth Forum
There is also a Youth Forum in which the Middle School and High School youth can access as a resource and outlet.
This is a place in which they can log on and chat with fellow youth group members to discuss a variety of things,
such as upcoming events, lessons, and even keeping in touch with the youth leaders. This website is a place in which
their privacy is safe in regards to email addresses and private messages.
Youth Forum link - click here.
After you enter this website you will need to set up an account. The screen will prompt you to "click here" then register.
Please use appropriate language or you will be censored by the webmaster.
This website is also a place in which parents can roam. Parents are allowed to see what has been posted but are unable
to change anything on the site. There is a place in which the parents can go to post their own messages to the youth,
the youth leaders, and even the Youth and Young Adult Director.
If you forgot the password please call the office.
Young Adults:
If you’re a post high school grad, single, married, in your 20’s and 30-somethings…then this group is for you!
The statistics are staggering when it comes to the level of activeness among young people in a church and in their
own faith journey. When it comes to young adults…we are considered the ‘lost’ generation.
We are among the latch-key generation where we came home, did our chores, school work, and no one was around.
Some of us were even of the ‘do as I say, not as I do’ generation too…regardless of where you were, the question
becomes…where are you now and why?
As I mentioned above, my name is Jeff Vance and I’m 27 years old and I fit among this age bracket. My past isn’t a pretty
one -- my biological father was an alcoholic, a spouse and child abuser. We all have a story to tell, but has the past determined
your future or has it helped shape you? Can you see God’s blessings in your life now? Can you see Him throughout your walk?
Young Adult Bible Study: Our invitation as a church is to come and be fed -- so feed that curiosity about God and join us on
Wednesday evenings at 6:30 p.m. at 2840 Jameson N., Apt. 9. We will be using Rick Warren’s book:
"Better Together-40 Days of Community". RSVP by contacting Jeff.
The Gathering is another Young Adult program which is more like "Youth Group" used to be for you only now for Young Adults.
The meeting is from 7 p.m. until whenever. Bring a friend! Even if you haven’t set foot in a church for a while, know that this isn’t
your typical church -- it’s a progressive church that wants you to become a part of it’s extended family.
Current Program:
Bible Study
Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. at Jeff's (2840 Jameson N. #9)
The Gathering, 7:00 p.m.
We will now be meeting every Friday at Scooters/Brown Baggers near 84th and Van Dorn at 7pm for faith formation
So join us and be fed...and remember, you may come hungry for food…but come hungry for God.
Following the lesson the group may venture to another location for fun and more fellowship.
Come see where ‘The Gathering’ can take you. www.gatheringlincoln.org
Young Adult Mission Trip
We will be going to Camp Calvin Crest near Fremont, NE from June 5th-8th to do various jobs to help prep the camp site for the camping season.
For more information concerning the Youth Groups or Young Adult Program contact:
Jeff Vance at 477-6037 or via e-mail yaya@neb.rr.com
Meet some of our young adults...
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Youth Activities |
Interested in a youth mission work camp
opportunity? We offer Christian Youth Action --
that's C'YA, for fun! -- and are very flexible with scheduling.
Click
or call for more information! To view the C'YA video -- click here.
First Presbyterian Church offers a variety
of youth-oriented activities. Regular youth meetings are held each Sunday
evening (September through May)
and special events are scheduled throughout
the year.
Mid High Youth go to Worlds of Fun or Oceans of Fun each year holding fundraisers to help with expenses.
The Senior High Youth participate in mission trips, canoe trips, and help serve at The Gathering Place.
Youth are invited to participate in worship services as ushers, greeters, liturgists, and youth assistants for communion services.
For more information, please contact the church office, (402) 477-6037.
Last Modified:
May 5, 2008