Youth Ministries


AskPapaGOur youth ministries are nicknamed “The First Rock!” We work hard to make all of our activities meaningful, fun, spiritual, fun, and transformative!

You can learn more about our youth ministries by clicking these links; checking out the calendar below; or scrolling down further for the latest news about youth ministries at “The First Rock!”

For many activities at FUMC, the youth will need a release form filled out. 
CLICK HERE to download and print the form (PDF format).

For more information, contact
Jeff Ginn, Youth Director: 940-613-0025 or jginn@fumcwf.org.
The First Rock
1006 11th St
Wichita Falls, TX  76301

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Texas Giant Sized Fun at Six Flags – October 10, 2011

(Seekers of MORE reporting) The 5th-8th graders went to Fright Fest at Six Flags on October 10, 2011.  We rode many rides and played many games.  Below is a drawing we made inspired by the cool rollercoasters there. 

Check out this pics from our trip!

Here’s a great video of our own Trinity Denson working to try to climb a crazy ladder

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Posted on October 27th, 2011 by tsims

Joseph & The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat – November 13, 2011

This fun musical was originally written by Andrew Lloyd Weber for a friend’s son’s prep school production. It is the Old Testament story of Jacob and his 12 sons (including their wives and children), and, of course, Joseph’s coat . Pharoah and Mr. & Mrs. Potiphar help the plot to thicken!

The Music Ministry of FUMC will present this multi-generational musical with over 45 children, youth, and adults in the cast with many more assisting on costumes, tech crew, etc.

This is our gift to our church and community:

  • Admission is FREE
  • Nursery is available by reservation only.
    Nursery reservation must be received by Thursday, November 10.
    Make your reservation NOW below!

JoinUsSunday, November 13
5:00pm
FUMC Sanctuary
909 10th St (at Travis) in Downtown Wichita Falls

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Posted on October 20th, 2011 by tsims

2011 Fall Carnival – A Great Multi-Generational Event!

Sunday, October 16, 2011 brought smiles to many faces as people of all ages attended the Fall Carnival that boasted:

Check out pictures below!

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Posted on October 17th, 2011 by tsims

Make Plans to Attend the Fall Carnival – October 16, 2011

Bring your family, bring a friend, and join the fun:

Sunday, October 16, 2011
4:30-6:00pm

Winning trunk-or-treating from 2010!

Cost:

  • $3 recommended donation for church members;
  • Visitors are FREE!

Activities:

  • Trunk-or-Treating
    (Can you open your trunk to kids?  We provide the candy!)
  • Yummy carnival food by the Bi-the-Way Sunday School Class
    (additional cost)
  • Bounce House
  • New Games
  • The Cowboy game will be on the big screen in Fellowship Hall

Ways you can help (as an individual or small group):

  • Donate candy
    (look for donation boxes at church entrances)
  • Set-up
    (after worship on the 16th)
  • Clean-up
    (6:00pm)
  • Run a game booth!!
  • Bring baked goods for the cake walk
  • Participate in Trunk-or-Treat!!
    (best decorated trunk wins a gift card)

Come and join the fun and encourage your friends and Sunday School Classes to come!!

To sign-up to help, contact
Kim English
(children@fumcwf.org or 940-766-4231, x272)

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Posted on October 10th, 2011 by tsims

Fright Fest at Six Flags for Grades 5-8 – Monday, October 10, 2011

Celebrate your day off from school by going to Six Flags for Fright Fest!

Cost (includes 2 meals, 1 ticket, and transportation):

  • $60.00

Times / Details:

  • For grades 5-8;
  • Meet at FUMC at 8:15am;
  • Bring spending money for snacks / souvenirs at Six Flags;
  • Return to FUMC by 8:00pm.

DEADLINE to register AND pay is Sunday, October 2, 2011!

Friends are welcome.

Medical release form is required for all participants.

For more information, contact:
Jeff Ginn (jginn@fumcwf.org or 940-613-0025)
or
Kim English (children@fumcwf.org or 940-766-4231, x272).

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Posted on September 7th, 2011 by tsims

Register Children & Youth for Music Ministries – September 7, 2011

All children who will be 4 years of age by October 1 through seniors in high school are invited to bring  a friend and join us

  • at THE PLEX
  • Wednesday, September 7, 2011
  • 4:00-5:00pm

Ride go-carts or the bumper boats or play miniature golf or laser tag while you register for FUMC Choir for 2010-2011.

  • Cherub Choir (Age 4 to Kindergarten)
  • Trinity Choir (grades 1 to 3)
  • Wesley Choir & Ringers (grades 4 to 6)
  • Chapel Choir & Ringers (grades 7 to 12)

For more information about this event or Music Ministries,
contact Kristen Gossett (kkgossett@aol.com or 940-766-4231, x225).

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Posted on August 26th, 2011 by tsims

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