Youth & Young Adult Director Position Open

First Presbyterian of Lincoln, NE (PCUSA) is looking for a full-time Youth and Young Adult Director. A Presbyterian background is preferable, but not required--all applicants are encouraged to submit a letter of interest and resume. Click here for a copy of the job description.

We are searching for someone to continue and grow the relational ministry already established by the Youth and Young Adult Committee. This full-time position reports directly to the Sr. Pastor/Head of Staff and is responsible for the oversight of the youth program involving youths in Middle School, High School, and Young Adults (ages 18-24).

Ideal applicants would have a college degree directed towards working with youth or at least 3-5 years of experience in youth ministry.

If you feel called to youth ministry please prayerfully consider First Presbyterian.

Send resume or direct any questions to Brett Richert at brichert@windstream.net

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Youth and Young Adult Program  

Upcoming Events- 2010 Summer Schedule:

Aug. 8th: No Youth Group
Aug. 15th: ‘Fun Night’ (details TBA)
Aug. 22nd: Youth Group Kick-Off (details TBA)
Aug. 29th: M.S. Youth Group 5-6pm, Meal and Fellowship; 6-6:30pm, and H.S. Youth Group 6:35-8:15pm

Sept. 5th: No Youth Group (Labor Day weekend)
Sept. 12th: M.S. Youth Group 5-6pm, Meal and Fellowship; 6-6:30pm, and H.S. Youth Group 6:35-8:15pm
Sept. 19th: M.S. Youth Group 5-6pm, Meal and Fellowship; 6-6:30pm, and H.S. Youth Group 6:35-8:15pm
Sept. 26th: M.S. Youth Group 5-6pm, Meal and Fellowship; 6-6:30pm, and H.S. Youth Group 6:35-8:15pm

GOLF:
We will golf again at Pine Lake Golf Course!
Come out and swing with us from 3-5 pm
The cost is $4.50 (the Jr. rate) and this is for both
M.S. and H.S. youth--invite friends and family to join you too.

Check out the 2010 Mission Trip Promo on YouTube.

PARENTS:

Here's an online resource just for you from Group Publishing-it's an article from YouthMinistry.com's website called 'Working my way out of a job' by Alex of YouthMinistry.com. I hope you find it helpful and below the article are some links that you might find helpful. Click Here to read the article.

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! Youth of the church in grades 5-12, 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 RELEASE 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 until May. There are some changes made from time to time so check out the bulletin for up to date information to ensure your youth doesn’t miss out on any upcoming events.

Sunday Youth Group Schedule:

  5 pm M.S. Youth Group (5th-8th Grade)

  6 pm Meal and Fellowship

  6:45 pm-8:15 pm H.S. Youth Group (9th-12th Grade)

Middle School: 5th-8th Grade

Special Note:

Each week, don’t forget to bring your $1 for youth group. If you’re unable to attend one of those weeks please bring another $1 for the week you missed. Remember, we have made a commitment to sponsor a child through Compassion International.

High School: 9th-12th Grade
Special Note:
Each week, don’t forget to bring your $1 for youth group. If you’re unable to attend one of those weeks please bring another $1 for the week you missed. Remember, we have made a commitment to sponsor a child through Compassion International.

BIBLE STUDY:
We meet on Thursday evenings 6:45-8:00 p.m. at various locations.
We are currently done until school starts up again. 

YOUTH VOLUNTEERS:
First Presbyterian needs your help! Here’s what we’re looking for:
Middle School: Acolytes (light the candles before and after worship)
High School: Ushers and Liturgists (ushers help with offering and helping people find a place to sit while liturgists help lead the congregation in certain areas of worship)
Please prayerfully consider helping out in these areas (parents, feel free to help too).

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. They can discuss a variety of things, such as upcoming events, lessons, and even keep 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, ages 18-23 …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?

Has your 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?

FUEL is a Young Adult program which is more like "Youth Group" used to be for you only now you're a Young Adult. Come see where FUEL can take you!

YOUNG ADULT MISSION TRIP:

We will be heading to the Kansas City area to help at the Heartland Presbyterian Camp from July 30th-August 2nd, 2010. The cost is only $25 and registration forms will soon be available. CLICK HERE FOR MISSION TRIP FORM.

Current Program:

What are you doing on Sunday mornings from 9:45-10:45am?
Nothing?
Well, join the NOOMA Group up in Room 215 for some breakfast, fellowship, discussion, and reflection. 'NOOMA' really means 'breath' or 'spirit' of God. And as Christians we should embody God's characteristics as best we can. Together we will review and reflect on short videos by Rob Bell, Francis Chan, and even Doug Fields. *You're encouraged to bring a friend. For more information go to www.nooma.com.

 Have you checked out FUEL? It’s the latest and greatest of gathering for those your age!

Go to www.fuel4faith.com and check us out.
 

Do you have Facebook? Well check out our young adult group for First Presbyterian and FUEL!

SEARCH: Young Adults-First Presbyterian, and FUEL.

FUEL WILL START UP AGAIN FALL 2010: www.fuel4faith.com

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, lock-ins, 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: August 4, 2010