The teenage years are a significant time for identity formation.  At BUMC, our youth program gives them room to explore who they are in the light of God's grace through creative study, fellowship, and service opportunities.  Our Sunday School classes, Bell & Vocal Choirs, and Fellowship group all meet weekly.  Confirmation Class is offered every other year for 7th grade and above.    
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Youth Ministry brochure

Upcoming Youth Events

Sunday School Classes

Sundays 9:50 - 10:40 a.m. 

Youth Choir

Monday evenings at 5:30 p.m. for youth in grades 7 through 12. For more information, contact David Fanning.

Wesley Bells

Mondays, 6:30 p.m. in the sanctuary for youth in grades 7 through 12 and beginner adults. For more information, contact David Fanning.

United Methodist Youth Fellowship (UMYF)

Sundays, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.

Summer Work Camp Experiences

We will be serving communities in Rocky Mount, North Carolina and West River, Maryland during our summer 2009 workcamp trips. Our past trips have taken us to Ohio, Georgia, Belize, West Virginia, Puerto Rico and more.

Email Anyone?
We have an e-group for all youth in grades 6 through 12, their parents and youth leaders. The group is used to remind you about upcoming events and any changes in the programming. Please contact Amee at fansfam@aol.com or at 301.652.2990 (church) or 240.994.8547 (cell) to be added to the group.

GET A GRIP

(For Senior High Youth Only) meets on Tuesdays at the Wildwood Starbucks from 8:00 - 9:00 p.m. Each week we will discuss issues about faith, life, current events, and how to GET A GRIP on DOING LIFE WITH GOD!

Common Ground
Youth in grades 6th through 12th are encouraged to join our youth praise band called Common Ground.  Instrumentalists and vocalists practice a couple times a month with regular presentations in our worships services. They also take their talents on the road to share with other churches and most recently participated in a local Battle of the Bands. Contact Dave Welch or Libby Harrison to see about joining the band.