Youth
The FUMC Youth Program is a vibrant part of our community. Scheduled events and News Updates are listed here, or you can read more about the details of the program here.
Author: Megan Humphreys-Loving Published: May 16th, 2012
Shout Out! First Methodist Youth News: Wednesday, May 16, 2012
THIS Sunday, May 20
Confirmation Sunday!
Worship 10:30 a.m.
Confirmation Celebration in Collins Hall after worship.
12- Youth Ministry Committee Meeting in 134
Upcoming:
Sunday, June 24- Last Sunday Youth Adventure…. SCAVENGER HUNT!!!!
Sundays in July- Collection drive for Community Warehouse
We will be collecting towels, sheets, blankets, pillows, washcloths, etc…much like the kitchen supply drive.
I will be asking 2 youth every Sunday to help collect these items. This basically will entail standing by a barrel with a receipt pad and a smile.
Sunday, July 29- Last Sunday Lunch at Violetta in Directors Park
Bring your TriMet pass or $ for the MAX and $10 for lunch. We will leave from Collins Hall and be back by 2p.m.
August 17-19 Youth Mission PDX
We are taking on Local Mission this summer!
We will be working on a service project for the church, volunteering in a community garden with the Oregon Food Bank, volunteering at the Goose Hollow Family Shelter, and working with the Portland Public Schools. We will also be participating in worship on Sunday, August 19.
As with any mission trip, we will ask for the help of the congregation and parents.
We will need meal providers, transportation, and overnight adult chaperones.
To sign up to help, please contact Megan Humphreys -Loving at mhumphreys-loving@fumcpdx.org
It is the goal of FUMC Youth Ministry to have at least 10 youth participate in the ENTIRE weekend. This means attending all of the service projects, spending the night at the church and helping with worship on Sunday. Sign up for this weekend will start next Sunday, May 20.
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Author: Megan Humphreys-Loving Published: May 9th, 2012
Shout Out! First Methodist Youth News: Wednesday, May 09, 2012
Way to go! On a fantastic Youth Sunday. You all rock!
Thank You! For the lovely surprise bridal shower celebration.
THIS Sunday, May 13
The Youth Ministry Committee decided that it would be okay to take a break from Youth Sunday School for the rest of the month. BUT if you want to come to Collins Hall and hang out with me, I’ll be there.
Worship 10:30 a.m.
Shelter Sunday-We will be celebrating the ministry of the Goose Hollow Family Shelter.
Upcoming:
Sunday, May 20- Confirmation Sunday!
Youth Ministry Committee Meeting after worship at 11:45 a.m.
We will be talking about summer projects and the new year for the committee!
Sunday, June 24- Last Sunday Youth Adventure…. SCAVENGER HUNT!!!!
Sundays in July- Collection drive for Community Warehouse
We will be collecting towels, sheets, blankets, pillows, washcloths, etc…much like the kitchen supply drive.
I will be asking 2 youth every Sunday to help collect these items. This basically will entail standing by a barrel with a receipt pad and a smile.
Sunday, July 29- Last Sunday Lunch…Destination TBD
August 17-19 Youth Mission PDX
We are taking on Local Mission this summer!
We will be working on a service project for the church, volunteering in a community garden with the Oregon Food Bank, volunteering at the Goose Hollow Family Shelter, and working with the Portland Public Schools. We will also be participating in worship on Sunday, August 19.
As with any mission trip, we will ask for the help of the congregation and parents.
We will need meal providers, transportation, and overnight adult chaperones.
To sign up to help, please contact Megan Humphreys -Loving at mhumphreys-loving@fumcpdx.org
It is the goal of FUMC Youth Ministry to have at least 10 youth participate in the ENTIRE weekend. This means attending all of the service projects, spending the night at the church and helping with worship on Sunday. Sign up for this weekend will start next Sunday, May 20.
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Author: web manager Published: May 8th, 2012
This is just a quick note for all the youth who helped with our brilliant service this past Sunday. The podcast of the service is now officially online. You can go download the recording of yourself on the iTunes Podcast directory – just search for fumcpdx and look for Youth Sunday, May 6.
Alternatively, you could just click on this link.
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Author: Megan Humphreys-Loving Published: May 2nd, 2012
Shout Out! First Methodist Youth News: Wednesday May 2, 2012
THIS Sunday, May 6: Youth Sunday & Communion Sunday
9:45 All youth meet in the Sanctuary
10:00 Communion Review for Confirmands and helpers
10:15 Prayer with Pastor Donna in the Chapel
10:25 Heading in to the Sanctuary
Worship 10:30 a.m.
Immediately Following Worship…most of the group will walk down to Collins Hall for a fabulous reception and Pot Luck! A few will stay behind to invite others to come and join us!
If you have not already been involved in Youth Sunday planning, but would like to participate, there are a few things you could do:
-Help hand out bulletins,
-Help greet people in the sanctuary, or
-Simply come and support your peers by being a part of the congregation!
ALSO-If you can muster a bud vase and fresh flowers from your garden, we are putting together a lovely garden flower alter piece.
You can bring your flower and vase to the Sanctuary at 9:45 and it will be added to the altar.
FINALLY- There will be a pot luck lunch following the worship service. Lunch will be in Collins Hall, and is being hosted by the Children and Family Ministry Committee. Bring a Salad or Entrée to pass. If you have a cold or hot dish, bring it to Collins Hall before worship so it can be refrigerated or heated.
Holler if you have questions.
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Author: Megan Humphreys-Loving Published: April 25th, 2012
YOUTH SUNDAY UPDATE
Shout Out! First Methodist Youth News
Wednesday April 25, 2012
THIS Sunday, April 29
9:30 a.m.
Meet in Collins Hall to discuss upcoming Youth Sunday plans.
Worship 10:30 a.m.
Immediately Following Worship…stay in the sanctuary so that we can have a quick run through of our service for the next week. We will practice the flow, and use the microphones to test out our volume.
I will be ordering pizza for the group to have for lunch following the rehearsal.
We need one or two parents to help with picking up the pizza and getting plates and napkins set up for hungry youth group.
We will be done around 1:15 p.m. on Sunday.
Also, please let me know if you or someone you know is graduating and would like to be recognized on May 6…we can only celebrate those who we know about!!
Call me with questions!
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Author: Megan Humphreys-Loving Published: April 4th, 2012
Shout Out! First Methodist Youth News
Wednesday April 4, 2012
April 5, Maunday Thursday Worship at 7 p.m.
April 6, Good Friday Worship at 7 p.m.
THIS Sunday, April 8
9 am Easter Worship
Easter Egg Hunt in the Fireside Room following worship: Youth are invited to help out!
11 am Easter Worship
Easter Egg Hunt in the Fireside Room following worship: Youth are invited to help out!
Upcoming:
Volunteer Youth Sunday School Teacher needed: April 15
Curriculum and instruction will be provided.
Youth Sunday: May 6
During Sunday School on April 29 we will review our progress and after worship we will have a dress rehearsal and mic check.
Parts that still need to be filled are:
Ushers
Prayer concerns/pastoral prayers
Children’s Time
Please let me know if you would like to display a musical talent, or another piece of yourself for the church.
Summer Mission Opportunities: Save the dates: August 17-19
Please save the dates for an in-town opportunity to serve our very own Portland community. We will plan to stay at least one night at FUMC, and possibly other United Methodist Churches in the area. The specific events will be forthcoming!
Peace Out!
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Author: Megan Humphreys-Loving Published: March 21st, 2012
Shout Out! First Methodist Youth News: Wednesday March 21, 2012
THIS Sunday, March 25
9:30 a.m. Youth Sunday School: Collins Hall
No Confirmation Class- Please join the Youth Sunday school class!
10:30 a.m. Worship in the Sanctuary
Upcoming:
FUMC Unplugged: All Church Spring Retreat
Remember to Register this Week!
April 13-15 at Camp Suttle Lake, near Sisters, Oregon
Arrive any time after 4 p.m. on Friday, departing after lunch on Sunday.
Cost: $75/adults, $65/Youth 13-17, $60/youth 6-12, $35/kids 2-5, free/under age 2
Summer Project: Puppetry to Prevent Homelessness
In the works is a collaborative effort with the youth of Park Rose UMC and Kids on the Block, to bring education to kids and families, about homelessness. With a grant from the Regional Arts and Culture Council, the Park Rose church has begun working on puppets and presentations. Keep your eyes and ears out for more information about this cool Summer Opportunity!
Summer Mission Opportunities: Save the dates: August 17-19
Please save the dates for an in-town opportunity to serve our very own Portland community. We will plan to stay at least one night at FUMC, and possibly other United Methodist Churches in the area. The specific events will be forthcoming!
Shout Out will take a Spring Break, so tune in again on April 4!
Peace Out!
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Author: Megan Humphreys-Loving Published: March 14th, 2012
The registration deadline is near!
If you have been waiting for an opportunity to worship and play with your church community, FUMC Unplugged is designed with you in mind.
Come unwind, unplug and reconnect. April 13-15.
To register, download a registration form and send it to the church office:
First United Methodist Church
1838 SW Jefferson Street
Portland, OR 97201
or via email to Megan Humphreys-Loving: mhumphreys-loving@fumcpdx.org
The registration Deadline is March 16.
Registration fees are due March 23.
At FUMC Unplugged you can expect:
- Songs
- Spirit
- Activities for all ages
- The great outdoors
- Worship
- Meals from Friday night to Sunday noon
- A warm bed
Cost:
- Adults: $75
- Seniors: $50
- Youth 13-17: $65
- Youth 6-12: $60
- Kids 2-5: $35
- Kids under 2: Free
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Author: Megan Humphreys-Loving Published: March 14th, 2012
Shout Out! First Methodist Youth News
Wednesday, March 14, 2012
THIS Sunday, March 18
9:30 a.m. Youth Sunday School: Collins Hall
YOUTH SUNDAY planning. Come for this important first session of planning for our Youth Sunday service. We will discuss possible scripture, formatting of the service, and start to write pieces of the service together. Please come to this planning meeting if you are interested in playing a part in Youth Sunday.
9:30 a.m. Confirmation Class in Room 160
10:30 a.m. Worship in the Sanctuary
12 p.m. Youth Group Volunteer Day
Meet in Collins Hall with your lunch & work clothes. We will start our service project for the Goose Hollow Family Shelter at 12:30 and will work until 3 p.m.
Upcoming:
FUMC Unplugged: All Church Spring Retreat
Remember to Register this Week!
April 13-15 at Camp Suttle Lake, near Sisters, Oregon
Arrive any time after 4 p.m. on Friday, departing after lunch on Sunday.
Cost: $75/adults, $65/Youth 13-17, $60/youth 6-12, $35/kids 2-5, free/under age 2
MORE Youth Sunday Information: Youth Sunday is May 6
If you are interested in participating in Youth Sunday, please save these important dates:
Sunday April 1st at 9:30 a.m.…we will meet in Collins Hall before worship to plan and write out the service as well as plan the End of Year party for after Youth Sunday Worship.
Sunday, April 29, after worship, we will have pizza for lunch and a “dress rehearsal”
March 21- Easter Egg Party
Youth are invited to come after school for pizza and to help out with stuffing Easter Egg Hunt prize bags. Come on over to Megan’s office to help and eat pizza!
Summer Project: Puppetry to Prevent Homelessness
In the works is a collaborative effort with the youth of Park Rose UMC and Kids on the Block, to bring education to kids and families, about homelessness. With a grant from the Regional Arts and Culture Council, the Park Rose church has begun working on puppets and presentations. Keep your eyes and ears out for more information about this cool Summer Opportunity!
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Author: Megan Humphreys-Loving Published: March 7th, 2012
Shout Out! First Methodist Youth News: Wednesday, March 7, 2012
THIS Sunday, March 11
9:30 a.m. Youth Sunday School: Collins Hall
We will have an in-depth conversation on the day’s scripture lesson.
10:30 a.m. Worship in the Sanctuary
Upcoming:
Youth Sunday Information: Youth Sunday is May 6
If you are interested in participating in Youth Sunday, please save these important dates:
Sunday, March 18 at 9:30 a.m.
Sunday April 1st at 9:30 a.m.…we will meet in Collins Hall before worship to plan and write out the service as well as plan the End of Year party for after Youth Sunday Worship.
Sunday, April 29, after worship, we will have pizza for lunch and a “dress rehearsal”
March 18-Youth Group Volunteer Sunday
Your opportunity to give back to the church!
Meet after worship to help clean and organize behind the scenes at the Goose Hollow Family Shelter. Bring clothes you can get dirty and a bag lunch. We will be organizing and cleaning in the shelter laundry room, dining room, and lounge. Supplies will be provided.
March 21- Easter Egg Party
Youth are invited to come after school for pizza and to help out with stuffing Easter Egg Hunt prize bags. Come on over to Megan’s office to help and eat pizza!
FUMC Spring Retreat
Mark your calendars for April 13, 14, and 15 to attend the FUMC Spring Retreat at the Suttle Lake Camp, outside of Sisters, Oregon
Expect night games, music, and campfire fun!
Summer Project Idea: Puppetry to Prevent Homelessness
In the works is a collaborative effort with the youth of Park Rose UMC and Kids on the Block, to bring education to kids and families, about homelessness. With a grant from the Regional Arts and Culture Council, the Park Rose church has begun working on puppets and presentations. Keep your eyes and ears out for more information about this cool Summer Opportunity!
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Author: Megan Humphreys-Loving Published: February 29th, 2012
Shout Out: Weekly Youth Ministry News
Wednesday, February 29, 2012
This Sunday: March 4
9:30 Youth Sunday School- Meet in Collins Hall
10:30 Worship
11:45- Youth Ministry Committee Meeting
Upcoming:
B1 Be One and One Being: 24 Hour Youth Fast Overnight
March 10-11 at Tigard United Methodist Church
Starts 11a.m. on Saturday March 10
Overnight activities are planned to carry us through the night with out food!
A great way to meet people from other churches and to experience a new space with friends.
Grab a sign up sheet on the Bulletin Board outside Megan’s office.
Last Sunday Youth Group activities:
March 18: After Worship Youth Project: Volunteering at Goose Hollow Family Shelter to do some spring organizing and cleaning. Bring lunch and cleaning clothes.
April 29: Pizza lunch and Prep for Youth Sunday
May 6: Youth Sunday
Last week in Sunday school we talked about using the theme “Where we see God in our everyday lives.” Start thinking about music, skits, scripture you would like to incorporate in to the service. If you are a musician or dancer or actor, we would love to feature your talent. And if you are more in to sports, or reading, it would be great if you wanted to share some of how your faith is growing while you do those things!
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Author: Megan Humphreys-Loving Published: February 23rd, 2012
Shout Out! First Methodist Youth News
Thursday, February 23, 2012
THIS Sunday, February 26
9:30 a.m. Youth Sunday School in Collins Hall…with donuts and Youth Sunday brainstorming!
10:30 a.m. Worship in the Sanctuary
11:45 a.m. Meet in the Youth Room for Last Sunday Youth Group party with Pizza, some group games, pool, air hockey, and foosball.
Bring $5 for pizza lunch.
Upcoming:
Also this Sunday for the whole family:
Forum: Understanding Suicide
Sunday, February 26 starting at noon in the Fireside Room
This forum will feature Joan Schweizer Huff, MA of Portland’s Dougy Center and Leslie Storm of Oregon Partnership. This forum seeks to facilitate an understanding of prevention, intervention, and the crisis of suicide.
Youth and Parents are invited to attend.
Light lunch will be provided.
B1 Be One and One Being: 24 Hour Youth Fast Overnight
March 10-11 at Tigard United Methodist Church
Starts 11a.m. on Saturday March 10
Overnight activities are planned to carry us through the night with out food!
A great way to meet people from other churches and to experience a new space with friends.
Last Sunday Youth Group activities:
March 18: After Worship Youth Project: Volunteering at Goose Hollow Family Shelter to do some spring organizing and cleaning. Bring lunch and cleaning clothes.
April 29: Pizza lunch and Prep for Youth Sunday
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Author: Tim Unger Published: February 20th, 2012
The pancakes were light and fluffy, just as they were promised.
I wish to post a quick thank you note to all those that participated in the pancake feed. As is always the case, the kitchen was in chaos, but tasty and safe food was enjoyed by over 130 people.
The youth brought in their “music” and kept a party like atmosphere throughout the hard work. Everyone came away with good feelings of accomplishment and fellowship.
I wish to extent special thanks to the clean up crew and the adult helpers. We had tons of dishes, flatware, pots and pans to get cleaned and put away just in time for the next chef to take over the kitchen. We are blessed to have a such a highly utilized kitchen!
We had one comical mishap in the kitchen. After everyone was fed, a pan of fresh hotcakes tipped over and landed on the floor between the grills and the service counter. We had to wait for the grills to cool before we could clean them up.
I was pleased that everyone had their fill before that happened. Then, to my surprise, I was tickled to find the drawing on my clipboard, of a warning for next year (see picture).
Tim
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Author: Megan Humphreys-Loving Published: February 15th, 2012
Shout Out! First Methodist Youth News
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
THIS Sunday, February 19: PANCAKE DAY
9:30 a.m. Youth Sunday School: Meet in the Kitchen to help with Pancake Lunch preparations.
10:30 a.m. Worship in the Sanctuary
11:45 a.m. Pancake Lunch!!
Upcoming:
B1 Be One and One Being: 24 Hour Youth Fast Overnight
March 10-11 at Tigard United Methodist Church
Starts 11a.m. on Saturday March 10
Overnight activities are planned to carry us through the night with out food!
A great way to meet people from other churches and to experience a new space with friends.
Last Sunday Youth Group activities:
February 26: Games and Pizza at the church after worship. Bring $5 for pizza and a game to play.
March 18: After Worship Youth Project: Volunteering at Goose Hollow Family Shelter to do some spring organizing and cleaning. Bring lunch and cleaning clothes.
April 29: Pizza lunch and Prep for Youth Sunday
Important Forum: Understanding Suicide
Sunday, February 26 starting at noon in the Fireside Room
This forum will feature Joan Schweizer Huff, MA of Portland’s Dougy Center and Leslie Storm of Oregon Partnership. This forum seeks to facilitate an understanding of prevention, intervention, and the crisis of suicide.
Youth and Parents are invited to attend.
Light lunch will be provided.
Mark Your Calendars for Youth Sunday: May 6
We will start planning soon!
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Author: Tim Unger Published: February 14th, 2012
I’ve not been known for my great pancakes. Sometimes they are less than perfect. So when I was asked to lead the youth in Pancake Delights, I did a little research. My favorite go-to TV chef Alton Brown has some pointers. His humorous and scientific approach to cooking appeals to me and I find his advice to be right on the spot.
Pancakes should be tall and fluffy. It takes a combination of acid and a base to make the bubbles happen. Buttermilk and baking soda do the trick nicely.
Pancakes cook best when the griddle is 350 degrees. So, I dug into the back of my gadget drawer to find the infrared thermometer. A.B. (Alton Brown, as his fans call him) says that if you dont have a infrared thermometer handy, make the water dance. Drop some water on the grill, and see if it dances! If it just lays there, turn up the heat, if it turns to steam….turn it down.
Mix the dry ingredients and the wet ingredients separately then combine. The batter should be lumpy, do not mix smooth. And it should be left to rest for 5 minutes. Why? To allow the leavening to create a bunch of little bubbles.
Rub the griddle down with a little butter, then wipe it up with a paper towel, there will be enough fat left to do the job.
Use uniform batter application, choose a 1/4 cup measurer to do each cake.
Flip the pancake in one fluid motion, right after the bubbles start to form. This usually takes three minutes on the first side and two minutes on the second.
I think, with this advice, we will be serving the best ever pancakes. Come and see how this advice works out for me and the kids! Sunday the 19th right after church.
We will be baking gluten-free pancakes on a made to order basis as well as vegetarian sausages or turkey sausages. Whoot…….something for everyone to enjoy!
Tim
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