Children and Youth

Children, Youth and Family Ministry

Elk River United Methodist Church seeks to enrich the lives of children, youth and families though Christ. We are dedicated to partnering with families to grow disciples both in the church and at home.

During the current pandemic most in-person children and youth activities have been suspended. Take home kits, zoom sessions, and pop-up events are available. Please email Amber at youth@elkriverumc.org for details.

NEW-Pray for Me Campaign

Will you join us in prayer?

The Family First Team is excited to announce a new intergeneration program called the Pray for Me Campaign.

What is it? The Pray For Me Campaign is rooted in the truths that God uses his Word, his people, and prayer to change the world. This ministry creates a vast web of intergenerational relationships and equips adult believers to pass on a sustainable faith to the next generation.

How it works? 3 Prayer Champions for every young person!
The Pray For Me Campaign connects multiple generations within our church by having up to 3 Adult Prayer Champions commit to praying for one student or family. Each Prayer Champion will be given a name(s), specific prayer requests, and a Prayer Guide—to use daily and pray through seven biblical essentials of growth for their young person for 1 school year.

Will you join us?

Do you have a Student(s) (grade 6 through college) you would like to add to the list to be assigned their own Prayer Champion(s)?
Do you have young children (grade 5 and under) that you would like to add to the list to be assigned a family Prayer Champion(s)?
Do you want to become a Prayer Champion?

If ANY of these 3 things describe you, or you would like to find out more information, please fill out the form below. Check out the video for more info.

Sunday School

Sunday School
Sunday School starts 10:00 am on zoom or families can join in the fellowship hall (see In person worship guidelines) Sunday School may also be enjoyed in your own home on your own. The 2020-2021 school year will utilize Bible Story Basics curriculum.

Click Here to Register

Confirmation

Confirmation
Begins September 11th.
Confirmation is designed as a three year program for 6th- 8th graders, though new students may join anytime. Confirmation is on Wednesday evenings from 6:30 pm to 7:45 pm.

2019-2020 confirmation year will include a strong focus on understanding the Bible using the STOP method. Students and their families will also engage in devotionals. Please contact us for more information.

Youth Group

High school youth group meets on the 1st and 3rd Sunday mornings at 11:15. In addition to outings, the youth group will have discussion topics, games, and fun in a safe and inviting environment.

Storm Camp