Youth Program
The goal of our youth education program is to:
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EXPERIENCE the stories of our faith in a vibrant, affirming atmosphere;
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EXPLORE who we are and uncover our God-given gifts;
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ENJOY deep and abiding friendships with our fellow believers;
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EXALT God in all that we do.
Classes are offered during Sunday Worship Service from 10:15 - 11:00 am.
Class Offerings
Our Sunday School classes focus on raising youth who are able to participate fully in church. Classes are designed to coordinate with the Bible readings to be explored in church in an manner engaging to youth. Lessons may include crafts, games or service projects aligned with the lesson.
First Sunday: Youth are invited to participate fully in service and take communion.
Second Sunday: Sunday School for youth during church focused on that Sunday's Gospel reading.
Third Sunday: Youth are invited to participate fully in worship including assisting in service if they are able.
Fourth Sunday: Sunday School for youth during church focused on that Sunday's Gospel reading with an outreach focused event or activity.
Fifth Sunday: If there is a fifth Sunday youth are welcomed attend a fun fellowship time or service project.
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Confirmation Classes
First Congregational UCC partners with other Rochester Area UCC churches to provide Confirmation classes. The next confirmation classes will begin Fall 2026
Confirmation classes are typically held two (2) Sunday afternoons a month from September to June.
Youth Events
Varied fun and service youth events are held each year
- Halloween Trunk-or-Treat
- Operation Christmas Child Shoe Box Packing
- Ornament Making
- Sleep In Heavenly Peace Bed Build event
- Youth Fellowship pizza parties
