Youth

C1 Youth is a group of young people between the 8th and 12th grades who seek to know God and know our whole selves within God’s story. We want any and all to be part of our program.  It doesn’t matter who you are; we seek to be inclusive and affirming of all.  Though we don’t always get it right, we always seek to learn more. 

Get to know our program

Here is what our typical weekly schedule looks like for C1 Youth as well as information about other activities. Join us anytime! And a quick note, more often than not, we meet in the Youth Wing of the Great Hall building in varied classes. More information is provided below regarding where groups meet and what time.

Typical Weekly Schedule

Sunday School – 10.00 am – 10.45 am (Varied classrooms based on age)

Sunday Night Family Groups –  4.30 pm – 6.30 pm

Sunday SH Supper Club – 6.45 pm – 7.45 pm 

Wednesday Hang Time – 3.30 pm –  5.15 pm (Great Hall, Youth Big Room, Youth Hang out room)

Wednesday Converge Bible Study – 6.15 pm – 7.30 pm (Youth Big Room)

Thursday Breakfast Club – 7.00 am – 7.45 am (Trinity Lobby)

C1 Youth Summer Activities

Throughout the summer our youth program stays active through various mission trips and retreats. We participate in the Ozark Mission Project (UMC Resources Page to learn more), we have spiritual renewal retreats, and mystery trips. All these are funded by our 1610 investment plan sponsored by members of the congregation. We don’t want any youth to be unable to participate in our program because of financial need!

Want to be part of a trip or an event? Fill out this Medical release form and return it to Zach Schrick, Director of Youth ministries.

Common FAQ's

Fellowship with other youth through games and a devotional

A time on Wednesdays after school (3.30 pm –  5.15 pm) to gather with other youth and relax, do homework, & eat snacks

A bible study where the world and the Bible collide.

All Volunteers are Safe Gatherings Certified. This is a training and approval process we ask all volunteers who work with children, youth, and vulnerable adults to complete before working in our varied ministries.  It ensures safe spaces for kids and adults.

An informal gathering time centered around fellowship with one another around coffee, smoothies, and breakfast which meets on Thursday mornings during the School year in the Great Hall Entry.

One of our goals is to help students understand the Christian faith and learn to apply it in their daily life.  Over time, we’ve developed a trajectory or pathway for that learning which you can see outlined below.  We keep this consistent pattern of curriculum to help our youth have a well-grounded faith.

8th Grade – Old Testament

9th Grade – New Testament

10th Grade – Foundational Methodist History & Theology/World Religions

11th – 12th Grades – Practical Conversations about Life Application of Faith

Safe Gatherings is a program we participate in as part of the larger United Methodist Church in Arkansas that helps to screen and train Adult volunteers who work with children, youth, and vulnerable adults.  We want to ensure our learning environments are the safe places for our most vulnerable. Thus, if you want to volunteer in one of these programs, we require you to go through the Safe Gatherings process.

Become a Supporter of the C1 Youth Program

With Your Time!

Are you interested in helping to teach? Be a chaperone? Help with Breakfast club? And more? Let us know what you are interested in doing and we will get in contact with you!

All Volunteers are Safe Gatherings Certified. This is a training and approval process we ask all volunteers who work with children, youth, and vulnerable adults to complete before working in our varied ministries.  It ensures safe spaces for kids and adults. 

With Your Money!

Invest in the Future and Have a Blast with C1Youth! 

We’re thrilled to invite you to be a part of something truly special here at 1610 Prince St. Join us in fueling the amazing experiences of our C1Youth ministry with just $16.10 a month for one year, starting Oct. 15 for a total of $193.20. Your investment will help send our awesome youth to three incredible events: Refuge, Veritas, and Assembly. Plus, they’ll get to enjoy our fantastic spring retreat, ReConnect, and a super exciting summer mission trip—all for FREE!

Big News: We’re Growing! 
We’re super excited to announce that this year we’re expanding our ministry to include all 5th – 12th graders who attend Brag On Jesus, C.A.M.P, Refuge, Veritas, or Assembly in the coming year! It’s all part of our 3-year plan to bring MidYouth into the mix and make our program even more awesome.

Last Year’s Highlights:

  • Veritas: 30+ youth and adults had a blast worshiping with other UMC youth from across AR
  • ReConnect: 40+ participants made unforgettable memories on retreat learning how to rest
  • Mission Trips: 60+ adventuring servers hit the road for CAMP, Be the Neighbor, or Ozark Mission Project
  • Assembly: 42 attendees had a fantastic time and grew in their faith 

 

Why Your Support is a Game-Changer: Your investment isn’t just about dollars and cents — it’s about creating magical moments and lifelong memories. Our youth are feeling safe, loved, and totally accepted, and they’re excited to bring their friends along for the ride. Your support helps build a community where everyone feels they belong!

 

Ways to Get Involved:

  1. Online Payment: Click https://conwayfumc.org/give/ to make your investment super easy and convenient!
  2. Mail or Offering Plate: Write a check to Conway FUMC with “1610 Plan” in the memo line. Drop it in the offering plate or mail it to the church.
  3. Draft Authorization: Set up a new draft or add to an existing one by filling out the draft authorization form and attaching a voided check.
  4. Monthly Payments: Use our pre-addressed envelopes if you prefer to send in your monthly payments.

Investment Options:

  • One-time payment: $193.20 for 1 plan, $386.40 for 2 plans, or $579.60 for 3 plans.
  • Monthly Payments: Just $16.10 a month!

 

Heads Up:

  • All investments are tax-deductible.
  • This is an ABOVE AND BEYOND contribution to our stewardship and Blessings to Blessings campaigns.

 

Mark Your Calendar: All new payments or drafts start on Oct. 15.

We can’t wait to see what amazing things we’ll accomplish together! Thank you for considering this opportunity to make a big splash in the lives of our youth. For more info, visit us in the Trinity Lobby & Main Office corridor or hit the online payment link above.

Let’s make a difference and have some fun along the way! 

#whatsyourimpact

Featured Youth Events

Youth at Ignite - Lakewood UMC

Sunday, August 24, 2025, 3:15 PM - 7:00 PM

Ignite at Lakewood UMC in NLR on August 24th from 3:15 - 7:00! Ignite is an opportunity to see the UMC&# ...

Youth HangTime in the Trinity Building

Every Wednesday, from 08/27/2025 to 05/13/2026, 3:30 PM - 5:45 PM

After-school programming for youth 8th - 12th grades to gather in fellowship in our youth wing of the Trinity  ...

Youth Bible Study (Converge)

Every Wednesday, from 08/27/2025 to 05/13/2026, 6:15 PM - 7:30 PM

This is a Bible Study for youth 8th-12th grades that meet each Wednesday to explore what God might be say ...

Meet Our Youth Leadership

Zach Schrick

Director of Youth Ministries
Zach sees his ministry as spending time empowering and helping youth find themselves and their place in the story being created by God. With over 14 years of youth ministry experience and a Certification in Youth Ministry from the United Methodist Church as well as a Certification in Faith Formation for Youth and Young Adults from Perkins School of Theology at Southern United Methodist. He is excited to work alongside the youth here at Conway First UMC. He is also a member of the National UMC Youth Workers organization, a member of the Arkansas Youth Ministry Resource Team, and a previous Coach for the Reboot Youth Ministry Cohort. He is an outstanding director and was the recipient of the Hendrix Youth Minister of the Year 2013. Not only does he serve full time here at Conway FUMC as the Director of Youth Ministries, Coordinator of the Arkansas Conference Council on Youth Ministry and is a leader and singer in the contemporary praise band. In his free time, he’s a Husband, a Girl Dad of 3 (in other words, Outnumbered), and an avid Golfer. 

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For more information, please contact Zach Schrick, Director of Youth Ministries, or call the church office at 501-329-3801.

Service Times

8:30 a.m. | In-person worship
Traditional Worship in the Sanctuary
9:05 a.m. | In-person worship
Good News Celebration Worship in the Great Hall
11:00 a.m. | In-person worship
Traditional Worship in the Sanctuary
9:05 & 11 a.m. | Online worship