Our youth represent God’s hope for the future. We strongly believe that the experience of youth guides one's later years. Because of this it is the aim of this parish to involve all youth and adults in our youth ministry. Current activities are in our latest newsletter.

Episcopal Youth Community (EYC)

Sunday evenings, 7:00-8:00 p.m.

EYC is an organization that includes Episcopal young people in grades six through 12. It combines fellowship, outreach, fun, and experience to help young people find a significance and relevance in their Christian vocation. The EYC meets regularly for activities that include outreach projects such as visiting Jackson-Feild Home, Christmas Caroling for Emmanuel’s shut-ins, and sponsoring a Halloween Party and an Easter Egg Hunt for the younger children. The group also participates in workshops on “hot topics” and has fun activities such as a ski trip, Diocesan activities, ice skating, bowling, etc. Our youth group welcomes Emmanuel’s college students to join them for discussions, outreach projects and fun activities.

For more information contact: Carol or Cathy Bowers 723-2597

Acolytes

Acolyting is an important part of our worship of God. Boys and girls, in grades 3 through 12, are eligible to actively participate in church services and assisting in the worship service by carrying the candles or cross, or assisting at the altar. Training is offered to instruct young people in the various activities and duties involved.

For more information contact: Mary Overby at 766-1961 or by e-mail.

Girl Scout Program

Girl Scouts of America organizations at Emmanuel currently include Junior Girl Scouts, a program girls grades 3 thru 6 (ages 8 thru 11). They do activities as a group, work individually on achievement badges, and participate in service projects in the community. Emmanuel currently has four troops that meet at the Church.

For Information contact: Debbie Van Patten, 851-1746