Welcome back Youth Group
April 23, April 30th, May 7
 
Only 3 more AWESOME youth group gatherings until we break for summer. Mark your calendars - you won't want to miss this! (See below for more info on the activities.)
HS Challenge: Do you dare?
High School Lock In / Rock-a-thon
April 29 from 6 p.m. -  April 30 at 12 p.m.
We need more rockers for this event!

Evening includes something for everyone - gaming, relaxing, escaping, eating, rocking, laughing, crafting, sleeping (optional)!  Sign Up here to attend.

Volunteer Opportunities
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Partners on the Highway Fundraiser
May 14 and May 21
8:30 a.m - 12:15 p.m. * before and after worship services.  
Sign up here to volunteer for this event.
Celebrate our Confirmands
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Congratulations Confirmation Class of 2017!
April 30 at 11 a.m. worship service in the Sanctuary
 
Join us in congratulating this years youth.
Pizza with the Pastors
pepperoni_pizza.jpg April 30th at 12:15 in Hickey Hall
 
Calling all youth - Join the pastors for great conversation and yummy pizza! This is a great way to learn all that St. Paul's has to offer.
Save the Date
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Pray for Me Celebration
May 7 from 5-6 p.m. Hickey Hall
 
Let's show the prayer champions our appreciation.
Dinner is included. 
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Keansburg, NJ Work trip Itinerary Meeting
May 21 at 5 p.m. in Hickey Hall
For both parents and students
$150 due
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High School Senior Recognition & Brunch
June 11 at the 9 and 11 a.m. worship services
Family brunch at 10 a.m.
 
Please wear your cap and gown. 
Impact Class, Sundays at 10 a.m.
All Middle and High School youth are welcome!
Sundays, 10 a.m. in the Lounge
 
April 23 - Tiny Homes presentation in Rickard Chapel
April 30 - Put together bags for the food pantry
 Sing Out is back! Let your voice be heard.
Sing Out: All 6-8th grade singers  
March 26, April 9, April 23, May 7, May 21
10 a.m.- 10:50 a.m. in Room 131
Students will be performing at the 11a.m. traditional service on May 21st
 
Be part of a fun musical group. Contact Marilyn Kress here  or call 586-212-9065.
High School Youth Group
All 9th - 12th grade students and their friends are invited to  Sunday  night  youth group.  We will meet in Hickey Hall at 5 p.m. D inner** is served at 6 p.m.  and our evening activities will end at 7 p.m.
Game Night with Special Guests
April 23 from 5 p.m.- 7 p.m.
Youth group + Family Life Group = FUN
5:00-6:00 p.m. games with High School
6:00 dinner with MS, HS, and Family Life
6:30-7:00 games with all
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Sunday, April 30
Year End Party
 
Celebrate good times, come on!
See the complete High School Youth Group Schedule here.
Middle School Youth Group
All 6th - 8th grade students and their friends are invited to Sunday  night youth group. Dinner  is served at 6 p.m. in Hickey Hall and then our night turns into  a high energy gathering that concludes at 7 p.m. 
Keep growing your faith by attending one of our awesome middle school classes before Youth Group!
5 to 6 p.m. - Sunday Nights
6th Grade - Shine, Room 131 Meet in Hickey Hall
7th Grade - Confirmation, Room 128/129
8th Grade - Journey, Room 131 Meet in Hickey Hall
Game Night with Special Guests
April 23 from 5 p.m.- 7 p.m.
Youth group + Family Life Group = FUN
5:00-6:00 p.m. games with 6th & 8th grade/HS
6:00 dinner with MS, HS, and Family Life
6:30-7:00 games with all
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Sunday, April 30
Year End Celebration
 
Great friends, great food, great fun!
See the complete Middle School Youth Group Schedule here.
Sunday Night Dinner
Dinner at 6 p.m. - Hickey Hall  
$3 per meal for students
*Dinner is included in confirmation class fees.
 
Thank you to all the parents who have signed up to provide and serve a meal. We appreciate you!!
Keansburg, NJ Summer Worktrip 
July 1 - July 9, 2017
Be part of an incredible mission experience as we travel to New Jersey to repair homes & change lives.
Contact Jodi Stuermer  here for more information.
Our Dedicated Volunteers 
Each month we will be showcasing members of our dynamic youth ministry team.  We could not offer these great programs without their hard work and dedication.

Geoff Becker, High School Leader 

Geoff has been volunteering at St. Paul's for 7 years. He spent many years with our middle school students and now he helps lead our high school youth. Geoff is a senior at Oakland University where he is studying finance. In his spare time, he enjoys soccer and skiing and is gifted at juggling. We can always count on Geoff. He has a competitive spirit, which makes our games extra fun, is good natured and a very nice young man.
Favorite Super hero: SpongeBob
Favorite Movie: Lego Movie
Favorite Snack: Dairy Queen
Kelsey Coleman
Kelsey Coleman, Middle School Leader
Kelsey has been volunteering with our middle school youth group for 2 years. She previously attended youth group starting at 15 years of age so she has been involved in St. Paul's programming for many years.  Kelsey currently attends the College for Creative Studies in Detroit. In her spare time, she enjoys drawing and shopping. Kelsey is extremely dependable, always smiling and ready for anything we throw her way. She brings a breath of fresh air to the group and we love having her as part of our team!
Favorite Super hero: Iron Man
Favorite Movie: Big Hero 6
Favorite Snack: Cheetos
Grant Renny, High School Leader
Grant has been attending St. Paul's his entire life.  He participated in both middle and high school youth group when he was young. He enjoyed the experience and feels this is his time to "return the favor" and help create positive experiences for others. Grant attended Rochester High and then the University of Michigan where he received a degree in Physics. He works at Autoliv in their crash test group. Grant is a fun and skilled leader who relates very well with the high schoolers, always sharing words of wisdom from past and current life experiences. We love how he jumps into each activity with such a positive energy!
Theme song for life: Incinerate by Sonic Youth
Favorite Super Hero: Batman
Fav. movie & snack: Jurrasic Park and Hummus
Fun fact: Grant plays hockey & has a false front tooth.
Keith Loebs, Middle School Leader
Keith has been attending St. Paul's for 20 years. He met his wife Lynn while attending Purdue University and they married in 1981. They have a 25 year old son and a 28 year old daughter. Keith has enjoyed teaching both confirmation and adult education classes at church. He has been volunteering with the youth for many years and can be found most Sunday evenings tossing candy to the students as they arrive for youth group. Keith enjoys camping and dressing as a clown for special events. We love Keith's leadership, down to earth nature, and the way he is always smiling and participating in the activities.                          
Theme song for his life: Hallelujah
Most admired super hero: Superman
F avorite movie and snack: James Bond and Chips & Dip
Jamie Heitman, Middle School Leader
St. Paul's has been an important part of Jamie's family life for over 15 years. His daughters, Lilly and Annie, both attended preschool at St. Paul's and he has volunteered with every age group, from 6-18. Jamie tries to enjoy every minute of every day and believes that KINDNESS COUNTS!  If Jamie were a super hero he would be Thor, mostly because of his great hair. We love Jamie's ability to relate with the middle schoolers, while always being consistent and kind.
Theme song for his life: Brother by Need to Breathe 
F avorite movie and snack: Hoosiers & Crunchy Cheetos
Lynn Loebs, Middle School Leader
Lynn has been volunteering at St. Paul's since 2010. She grew up in Indiana where she met her husband Keith at Purdue University. She has two children, Heather and Craig. You may recognize her from the incredible cookies she makes and sells for fundraising throughout the year. Lynn enjoys gardening, biking, and fancy camping in her RV. We love her smile and kind, helping heart.
Theme song for her life: Shout by The Isley Brothers
Favorite movie and snack: Gone with the Wind & Reeses PB Cups
Jenna Niewiadomski, Middle School Leader
Jenna has been volunteering with middle school for 2 years and has been attending St. Paul's for 16 years. She is working on her Master's degree in Psychology at Wayne State. Jenna can be found binging on Netflix while hanging out with her 3 cats. She also enjoys chocolate and shoes! We love Jenna's sweet nature and positive attitude.
Theme song for her life: Fight Song by Rachel Platten
Favorite movie and snack: Frozen and Oreos
Jodi Stuermer
Director of Youth Ministry

St. Paul's United Methodist Church

 Office: 248.651.9361 ext.109

 Email: [email protected]