Youth Ministry
Grades 6 - 12Here at Soapstone, we have a place for every youth to belong and grow in their faith! The youth of Soapstone are rooted in Christ, growing in their faith, and bearing fruit for God in the world each year.
Seasonal Events for Youth
We are excited to invite you to an Interest Meeting for our upcoming High School and Adult Mission Team to Ecuador! We’ll be spending about 10 days in July 2025 serving communities in Ecuador, and this is a wonderful opportunity to grow in faith, build relationships, and make a difference.
Interest Meeting Details:
- Date: Sunday, September 29
- Time: 6:30 PM (right after Sunday night UMYF)
- Location: Youth Room (Room 201)
Learn more here.
Youth Beach Trip
Youth travel to the beach together for a fun multi-day fellowship event with lots of time at the beach and fun outings during the summer. Read more here.
Pilgrimage
This NC Conference youth event held at the Rocky Mount Convention Center brings together thousands of youth for a life-changing weekend event filled with amazing artists, thought-provoking speakers, and inspiring youth leadership: all bearing witness to the transforming love of Christ. Read more here.
Kaleidoscope
This is a middle school-only weekend retreat that focuses on four holy habits to help youth grow closer to God: worship, prayer, service, and Bible study. K-scope also includes small groups, worship, camp activities like archery and canoeing, and the opportunity to connect to God in God’s creation! Read more here.
Pancake Supper/Lenten Fair
The youth host a pancake supper fundraiser (pancakes, sausage, fruit) on the Tuesday before Lent starts (Fat Tuesday). Sign up to help here.
Ski Trip
Our youth and adults travel to Winterplace Ski Resort in Ghent for a long weekend of fun! Read more and register here.
Breakaway
At this weeklong summer event sponsored by the NC Conference, youth participate in growth groups, legislative affairs, worship, small groups, siesta, missions, a talent show, a dance, a movie, and elections for NC Conference youth leadership.
Read more here.
Danny Peck
Director of Family Ministries, Soapstone UMC