We believe that youth are important! They are made by God, they reflect the image of God, and they have the potential to love God. At Trinity we are striving to help them build a solid faith foundation, cultivate intentional relationships, and to partner with parents. We realize that time is importing but also fleeting, which is why we want to meet youth where they are. By the time a youth enters 6th grade parents only have 364 weeks left until they graduate High School… and it goes by fast! As a youth group we get about 40 hours a year with the youth, which is why we have to make it count.

Trinity Youth group is a great and welcoming place for all 6th-12th grade youth, We love to have fun, learn and grow together. We hope you will join us!

When We Meet:

We Meet Every Sunday night for Youth Group 5:00-7:30pm (unless otherwise noted). At youth we serve dinner, play games/icebreakers, large group lessons, and small groups.

Sunday School is Sunday mornings at 9:45am, we have both a middle school class and high school class.

We also do other events and programs, check out our calendar of events and dates bellow for more information.

For Parents/Guardians:

Forms must be turned into Michelle Oketcho before youth are allowed to attend any youth event, outing, retreat, mission trip, etc. Thank you

Youth Beach Day

Name *

Name

First Name

Last Name

Parent Email Address *

Parent Phone Number *

Allergies *

Youth Strong Swimmer? *

Yes

Somewhat

Local Summer Mission Trip

June 17th- 23rd 2018

CCC combines the spiritual connection of a camp experience with the life-changing opportunities that week-long service trips offer. Our priority is to see Christ-followers developing servant hearts and making a difference in this world!

Cost: $175.00 Per Youth Deadline to sign up: April 15th 2018

All of Our Spots are full at this time, if you would still like to go please contact Michelle Oketcho to be placed on a waiting list. If someone drops out you will be notified.

Youth Summer Mission Trip Application All youth signing up to attend any mission trip must fill out the application below.

Name *

Name

First Name

Last Name

Email Address *

Which Mission trip are you applying for? *

Age & Grade *

What ministries are you involved in at Trinity UMC? *

Have you served on a mission trip before? If so which one(s)? *

Why do you want to participate in this mission trip this summer? *

What are your personal expectations for this trip? *

Why do you feel serving on a short term mission trip is important? *

As a team member what strengths will you bring to the the table? *

As a mission team member what are your weaknesses or areas of growth? *

What/Where is your relationship with Christ? What is your faith journey? *

Are you able to to commit to being at all team meetings and helping with fundraisers? *

Please List at least two people who could give you a reference for attending these mission trips. *

Please list non relatives and their contact.

Intergenerational Mission Trip July 2018

We are planning a international mission trip open to the church and we would love for you to be a part! On this mission trip we will head Haiti to serve at Wings of Hope, a Home for mentally and physical disabled youth and young adults. We will also have an opportunities to help with repairs around the home, outreach to the community and explore some of the beautiful island. If you are interested in joining the team or learning more please contact Michelle Oketcho at youthdirector@trinityumc-jax.org.

Deadline to sign up is February 25th 2018.

Calendar Dates

2018 Dates To Plan For:

June 3: Graduation Sunday at 11:00am Worship Service

June 9: Haiti Mission Pancake breakfast at HWY 55 on Gum Branch 7:30-9:30

June 9: Trinity Youth Mission Vender Fair at Trinity UMC 10:00-4:00pm

June 17-23: Carolina Cross Connection (Local Mission)

June 25-28: Vacation Bible School

June 29: Senior Dinner 6:30

July 8: Youth Beach Day 12:00-5:00pm

July 16-23: Haiti International Mission

July 25: Youth Wednesday Morning Study Group 9:00am at Port City Java

Previous Trips, Retreats & Events

Summer Mission Trips 2017

This Summer we went on two mission trips. Our first was our local mission trip with Carolina Cross Connection June 18th - 24th. On this mission trip we broke into Christian Mission Groups (CMG's) and went out into the community to do home repair, yard work, and anything else that need to be done. We spent time with the homeowners getting to know them and their families. This was such a wonderful time for our youth as they got to see God work in big was, locally. We made many new friends and had lots of fun back at camp with other local church groups. We plan to go Next Summer, so be on the look out for the dates!

Our second Mission Trip was our International Mission trip to the Bahamas. We went to Eleuthera, Bahamas and worked with Bahamas Methodist Habitat. This is a Methodist based organization. As Trinity Youth group second international mission trip it was very different then our first. While there we did home repairs, we reproofed a families home for them. While this was very hard and hot work we learned that God has called us to serve others in many different ways. We saw God working in our site leader Alex, as he was always there for us, patient, and very giving of himself. On our last work day, Alex went to get us all a soda, however he could not afford it so her got every one there a frozen cool aid. This was such a selfless act that touched our hearts in ways we will never forget. Our Next International mission trip is in the works of being planned as we look at going back to Haiti, be sure to join us!

Youth Sunday, February 5th 2017

On Sunday, February 5th, our youth group came together to lead all three worship services at Trinity UMC. The theme, Love: How God loves us and How We can love others. For weeks on end the Youth Group met together, planned and worked on Youth Sunday and they did it all on their own with the guidance of our SGL's ( Small Group Leaders). The Youth showcased their gifts and talents with singing, playing their instruments, skits, speaking and so much more! We are so proud of the youth and the heart that they put into showing the love of Christ!

Haiti Mission Trip 2016

This Summer seven of our youth and three leaders made the journey to Jacmel, Haiti. While there we worked at Wings of Hope a home for mental and physical disabled youth and young adults. Our main goal was to lead VBS and shine the light of Christ. We also helped during meal time, participated in worship every morning, enjoyed outings, and just spending time and building relationships with those there.

"This was such an uplifting trip! Defiantly a life changing trip as I got to see the things I could do not only for myself but for others around me"

"My over all experience was breathtaking! Being able to be here and know that I can make a difference in the world was defiantly taking a risk in a good way"

"Life Changing and eye opening, Has made me see things differently and has opened my heart to others and those I see in the streets"

"One big family, that made us feel a part!"

The Haiti Mission Team would like to thank you for your all your prayers and support that you gave to make this trip happen. Our eyes were open to the beauty, diversity, and love of God. When we look back on this trip we will remember your generosity that helped us get there; the lessons of selflessness that we learned, and the new family that we will forever be a part of. Mesi, Trinity Youth Haiti Mission Team

Youth Ministries