Come hang out at THE LOFT!

Grades 7 through 12 gather on Sunday nights in The Loft (2nd floor of the Allred Center on Wrenn Street) for supper, a lesson, small group time, and games.

The group participates in several special activities throughout the year such as summer mission trips, ski retreats, white water rafting outings, concerts, and more.

All that’s missing is YOU!

Meet JJ, Director of Youth Ministries.

Born and raised in Lincolnton, JJ brings joy and all the fun to our student ministry! Also First’s Director of Praise and Worship, he has a talent and passion for music, and connecting youth to Christ through it.

Youth Supper

We are super excited to kick off the UMYF year with meals for the hungry youth and their adult volunteers!  Food always enhances the fellowship (and usually the attendance!).

You serving the youth ministry of our church by providing food is greatly appreciated!  Typically, you will plan to feed about 20 people unless otherwise notified.  You need only to bring the food, as the paper products and drinks are already supplied. The food needs to arrive at 5:25 p.m. at the youth space at 337 N. Wrenn St.  There should be someone at the door to greet you, and we can assist with taking the food upstairs.  Please plan to eat with us and stay for Youth Group if your schedule allows!  You can, of course, drop the food and go if you need to.

When you sign up, please indicate what you will bring so others know how to plan. The food can be something you make or something you pick up.  We are not picky, only grateful! NO NUTS PLEASE! Thanks in advance for your willingness to help.

Share Your Faith with the Next Generation!

Volunteer Opportunities

Youth Sunday School Assistant: Volunteers are needed to assist the Sunday School teacher. Not only do you get to spend time with our awesome Youth, but this also ensures we are in line with our Safe Sanctuary Policy. There will not be any other requirement needed other than to just be present! Click here to sign up.

Youth Sunday School Teacher: Volunteer to Lead Teach Youth Sunday School.  There is a set curriculum so no need to cold-turkey the lesson!  Plans will be provided for you. Click here to sign up.