Youth

Welcome to Asbury Youth, where we strive to make church a place of discovery, inspiration, and affirmation through the exploration of the intersections of faith and culture.

We do this in both peer and multi-generational settings while encouraging youth to leverage, articulate, and claim their own faith.  We are thankful for the privilege of partnering with each youth and their adults in their faith journey.  We love providing a safe, loving, progressive, and inclusive environment for all youth and their adults.


What to Expect

You can expect every family and youth to be welcomed and affirmed for who they are!  Each family will be welcomed with a smile by our staff and volunteers who are all Safe Gatherings certified to ensure the safety of your child. 

We are committed to creating space and empowering youth to use their gifts and graces in service of the church and the world through our six core commitments:

  1. Prioritizing youth and young people
  2. Taking Jesus' message seriously
  3. Sharing power
  4. Empathizing with youth
  5. Fueling a warm community
  6. Being the best neighbors

When We Gather

We gather together on Sundays at 10 am for Coffee and Convos in the Youth Lounge.  Youth will enjoy treats and beverages while diving deeper into familiar Bible stories or concepts like faith, hope, and love.

We also gather for Youth Group on Sundays at 6 pm in the Youth Lounge.  We'll eat, talk, laugh, serve, and have fun during this time!

Programs & Events

Coffee and Convos



At 10 am on Sundays, all 6th-12th grade youth are invited to meet in the Youth Lounge (3rd floor west) for a time of connecting and diving deeper into their faith while they enjoy food and beverages.  For more information, please email our Director or Family Ministries.

Youth Group



On Sundays at 6 pm, all 6th-12th grade students are invited to join us in the Youth Lounge for dinner, and then we'll split into Middle School and High School groups for discussion and fun!

Mission Morning



Mission Morning is a youth-led service opportunity that includes projects for all ages, so the whole family can participate. Past examples include serving at a community garden and orchard as well as making toys for and helping out with pets at a local pet rescue.

Coffee, juice, and treats are provided while you work!  For more information, please email our Director of Family Ministries.


Coming Soon

Leadership Lab



In Leadership Lab, high school students engage in a web of relationships, resourcing, and experiences that culminate in eligibility for a triennial pilgrimage with other students, their mentors, and key conference leaders. Eligibility is determined by completing the Leadership Lab curriculum.

This discipleship and leadership program empowers young people to use their gifts both in the church and the world. To register or to discuss the program, please contact our Director of Family Ministries.

Family Ministries Book Club



Family Ministries Book Club will meet in January 2026 (date TBD). We'll be discussing The Book of Hope: A Survival Guide for Trying Times, by Jane Goodall and Douglas Abrams.

All are welcome to attend! If you have questions, please contact our Director of Family Ministries.

Intergenerational Gathering



On 5th Sundays, all ages are invited to join together in Hager Hall at 10 am for an intergenerational gathering.

Our next gathering is Sunday, November 30.  For more information, please email our Director of Family Ministries.


Save the Date

Youth Christmas Party



All youth (6th-12th grade) are invited to join in a night of fun, food, and games at the annual Youth Christmas Party and white elephant gift exchange on Sunday, December 7 at 6 pm.  Please keep white elephant gifts under $10.

Christmas Pageant



All are invited to Asbury Family Ministries' presentation of "The Christmas Pageant Ever" by Barbara Robinson on Sunday, December 21 at 9 & 11 am in the Sanctuary. The performances are free to all and we hope you are able to come and enjoy this unique telling of the Christmas story.

"The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc. www.concordtheatricals.com

High School Service Trip



Registration for the 2026 High School Service trip is now open! Youth currently in 8th -12th grade are invited to spend the week of May 30-June 6, 2026 working with Spirit Lake Ministries near Tokio, North Dakota. Spirit Lake Ministry Center (SLMC) is a year-round ministry site which works with, and in support of, the peoples of the Spirit Lake Nation. They provide ministry and fellowship opportunities throughout the year for adults, youth, children, and persons with disabilities.

Click here to sign up today!  A $75 deposit is required to hold your spot. 

Ways to Serve

Liturgist
Reading Scripture and the Call to Worship during the 9 or 11 am Sunday services (high school youth).  Sign up to serve!
Ushers and Greeters
Greeters welcome people arriving in the Welcome Center before either the 9 or 11 am Sunday service, helping with directions, and help new guests feel at home. Ushers pass out worship bulletins and help seat people before the services begin.  Sign up to serve!
Nursery Attendant
Help our youngest enjoy their time at Asbury by engaging them in the nursery. Must be at least 16 years old, complete an interview with staff, and complete Safe Gatherings training.  Sign up to serve!
Help Plan a Mission Morning

Quarterly, we have a local service morning planned by youth and their families. They are mentored by our staff and/or volunteers as they seek out an organization, discover their needs, make arrangements for the group to volunteer, promote, and lead the mission morning.  Sign up to serve!

Tech Assistant
High school youth are welcome to assist with tech on Sundays. They will have to meet and be approved by our tech team.  Sign up to serve!
Offer Special Music
Does your youth sing or play an instrument and would like to play for the congregation? We love to have our youth participate in worship on Sunday mornings.  Sign up to serve!