Confirmation
Starts January 11th at 9:30 a.m. in the Student Center
Confirmation begins January 11th at 9:30 a.m. in the Student Center! We’re excited to kick off a new season of Confirmation for all 8th grade students and anyone who is ready to take the next step in their faith journey. This program will guide students as they explore what it means to follow Christ and become full members of the church.
If your student would like to be confirmed, please be sure to submit the required form. We can’t wait to walk alongside our students as they grow in faith!
Interested in what our youth are learning during confirmation? Missed out on confirmation growing up? Need a refresh? Join Pastor Will in the Chapel during Sunday School this Winter/Spring and explore some of our foundational beliefs as Christians and as United Methodists.
January 11th - In the Beginning (Creation)
January 18th - The Story of the People of God (OT)
January 25th - The Story of Jesus (NT)
February 8th - The Story of the Church
February 15th - I Believe (The Creeds)
February 22nd - The Story of Methodism,p1
March 1st - The Story of Methodism, p2
March 8th - The Way of Discipleship
March 15th - The Way of Salvation
March 22nd - Wesleyan Quadrilateral
March 29th - Worship and Sacraments
For more information, contact Tori Crook at tcrook@firstcentenary.com.
January 11th - In the Beginning (Creation)
January 18th - The Story of the People of God (OT)
January 25th - The Story of Jesus (NT)
February 8th - The Story of the Church
February 15th - I Believe (The Creeds)
February 22nd - The Story of Methodism,p1
March 1st - The Story of Methodism, p2
March 8th - The Way of Discipleship
March 15th - The Way of Salvation
March 22nd - Wesleyan Quadrilateral
March 29th - Worship and Sacraments
For more information, contact Tori Crook at tcrook@firstcentenary.com.
Resurrection
January 23rd - 25th at Pigeon Forge
Resurrection is happening January 23rd–25th in Pigeon Forge! Join us for an unforgettable weekend of worship and fun as we head to Pigeon Forge for Resurrection 2026. This retreat is a highlight of the year and a great opportunity for students to grow in faith and community.
The cost is $150 for the first child and $75 for each additional sibling. Please be sure to fill out a separate form for each sibling when registering.
We can’t wait to experience this weekend together!
For more information, contact Tori Crook at tcrook@firstcentenary.com.
Middle School Mission Week
June 1st - 5th at Camp Lookout
We’re heading back to Camp Lookout from June 1st-5th for an amazing week of service! This great experience is for middle school students only and is packed with opportunities to serve, grow, and connect with friends.
Cost: $375 per student
Don’t miss out on a week full of adventure and making a difference! For more information, contact Tori Crook at tcrook@firstcentenary.com.
Cost: $375 per student
Don’t miss out on a week full of adventure and making a difference! For more information, contact Tori Crook at tcrook@firstcentenary.com.
High School Mission Trip
June 27th - July 5th in Romania
Calling all high school students! Join us for an incredible mission experience in Romania from June 27th to July 5th. This trip is open to high school students only and is limited to ten participants, so spots are limited! The cost of the trip is $2,500, and all students will be required to participate in mandatory fundraising to help support the mission. Come be part of a life-changing experience of service, faith, and cultural immersion!
For more information, contact Tori Crook at tcrook@firstcentenary.com.
For more information, contact Tori Crook at tcrook@firstcentenary.com.
Free Meals Campaign
Each year we ask families of the church to donate money towards our Sunday & Wednesday meals. This is a lot easier than asking parents to sign up to bring breakfasts and dinners and it is cheaper as well.
If 36 of our youth's families donate $150 then we will have enough money to pay for ALL of our meals for the entire school year. Give the full amount or give part of the amount monthly or in whatever way you would like. Some choose to give $50 per month for 3 months or $25 a month for six months. Any amount is helpful. We currently need donations for our kickoff to fall!
To give, you can click the link below or simply write a check, write "Free Meals Campaign" or "Youth Meals" in the memo line and drop it in the offering plate on Sunday or send it with your child on Wednesday night.
If 36 of our youth's families donate $150 then we will have enough money to pay for ALL of our meals for the entire school year. Give the full amount or give part of the amount monthly or in whatever way you would like. Some choose to give $50 per month for 3 months or $25 a month for six months. Any amount is helpful. We currently need donations for our kickoff to fall!
To give, you can click the link below or simply write a check, write "Free Meals Campaign" or "Youth Meals" in the memo line and drop it in the offering plate on Sunday or send it with your child on Wednesday night.
"'Is God calling you?' 5 things churches can do to lift up young leaders" written by Annette Spence
Youth Sunday featured in Holston Conference article
3. Put young people in places where they can lead.
Of the 100 young clergy he interviewed, Hyde discovered that 100% had once served as an acolyte. “That was one of the coolest things,” he said. Others had served as members of the CCYM (Conference Council on Youth Ministry) or as camp staffers. Some of Hyde’s interviewees said that leading youth worship once a year in their churches made big impressions.
“We need to show young people that they are valued parts of the community,” says the Rev. Stephanie Parrott, a Holston board of ordained ministry member. The message is, “You are created for a divine purpose, and you are needed within our community because we are doing profound work," Parrott said.
Of the 100 young clergy he interviewed, Hyde discovered that 100% had once served as an acolyte. “That was one of the coolest things,” he said. Others had served as members of the CCYM (Conference Council on Youth Ministry) or as camp staffers. Some of Hyde’s interviewees said that leading youth worship once a year in their churches made big impressions.
“We need to show young people that they are valued parts of the community,” says the Rev. Stephanie Parrott, a Holston board of ordained ministry member. The message is, “You are created for a divine purpose, and you are needed within our community because we are doing profound work," Parrott said.
Tori Crook
Director
Katibeth Brown
Intern
Tori Crook
Director
Tori Crook is originally from Raleigh, North Carolina, where her family still lives. She graduated from U.N.C. Greensboro in 2018 with a B.A. in International and Global Studies, and from Yale Divinity School with a master's in Divinity in 2022. In her free time she enjoys knitting, hikes, and finding the best food in town.