Jessica Young
Director of Youth and Church Ministries
jyoung@stmatthewumc.net
864-242-1966
We are deeply committed to the spiritual formation and growth of our teenagers. Our mission is to walk alongside families, empowering them to raise young people who worship wholeheartedly, grow in their faith, boldly share the Word of God, and carry the message of Jesus Christ into the world.
Through a variety of youth-centered programs — including Sunday School, Youth Group, small groups and Bible studies, missions work, and retreats — we create spaces where students can build meaningful relationships with one another and deepen their connection with God.
Sunday School (6th through 12th Grade)
Sundays 10-10:45 am
Youth Room (Second floor of Family Life Center)
Leaders: Jim and Katie Shew
Youth Sunday School is all about growing closer to God — together.
We spend our time learning what it means to truly know God and how to walk with Him in everyday life. There’s no one-size-fits-all way to understand everything about Him, but there are real ways to grow deeper in your faith. Through honest conversations, Scripture, and shared experiences, we’re here to help you take those steps — one Sunday at a time.
Youth Group (6th through 12th Grade)
Sundays 6-7:30 pm
Family Life Center
Youth Group is where faith meets friendship, fun, and real-life conversations.
Our goal is to build meaningful relationships with students that help them grow in their knowledge of, trust in, and love for Jesus Christ. We kick things off with a shared meal provided by parents, followed by a time of connection, laughter, and learning through games and devotions.
Each week looks a little different — sometimes we dive into group discussions, other times we serve our community, play games, build trust through team activities, or explore real-life topics — all through the lens of faith. It’s a space to belong, be heard, and grow together.