United Methodist Youth Fellowship (UMYF)                                 
Confirmation Classes                                                                      
Mission Trips
Leadership
Summer Camp                                                         

United Methodist Youth Fellowship (UMYF)

Kavanaugh’s active youth program is based on the traditional UMYF model – with 21st century ideas.

Youth enjoy a variety of learning experiences mixed with fun and team building events. Occasional mission projects help youth put their Christian teaching into action. They are encouraged to recognize that they are a vital part of the church and its ministry to all the world.

We have visited museums, the Dallas World Aquarium, and gone to the Mercy Me concert. We also have cookouts and lock-ins.

UMYF meets twice a month on Sunday evenings. (Please call 903-455-2869 for scheduled meetings.)

Confirmation Classes

In preparation for becoming full members of the church, 7th graders meet with the minister weekly from September through December for Confirmation Classes.

Class members explore what Methodists believe, what it means to be a member of the church, and how personal commitment to Christ will guide and enrich their lives as they grow up in the church.

Mission Trips  

Kavanaugh high school students take a mission trip each year, extending a helping hand to others to share the love of Christ with the world around them.

In July of 2009 our youth group traveled to Galveston, TX to help with Hurricane Ike Relief. We spent a week with Team Effort roofing a house. We plan on useing the same group and traveling to Tenessee summer of 2010. Everyone is welcome to join the youth missions.

Leadership

Kavanaugh members recognize that our youth are not just tomorrow’s leaders – they can lead today!

We encourage our students to utilize their gifts and hone the talents they will need to succeed as active Christians in an increasingly secular world, remembering that everyone at Kavanaugh is a minister – especially when they leave the building!

Young people serve as Liturgists during the worship service. They help with setup for church dinners and breakfasts and take a turn at preparing and serving meals at the Solid Rock Café. They also help with the annual church garage sale. Many are recognized for their leadership roles at school and in local organizations.

Summer Camp

Summer camps held at Bridgeport Methodist Camps are open to 6th -12th graders during June and July.

The Bridgeport Camp & Conference Center overlooks beautiful Lake Bridgeport, 40 miles west of Denton, Texas. Campers live in air-conditioned cabins and enjoy a pool, athletic field, volleyball & basketball courts, walking trails, and outdoor worship areas.

In addition to Junior and Senior High programs, there are Music & Art Camps in June, as well as special sessions for urban youth and special needs campers.

A limited number of partial, need-based scholarships are awarded each year.