Youth Programs

The First Presbyterian Church of Matawan has a long history of an active and vibrant Youth Ministry offering a lively, faith-oriented and versatile program of discussion, activity, service, recreation and fellowship. If you are between the ages of 11 and 18 and are looking to be a part of a growing community of active young Christians, FPC has a place for you.

FPC's unique blend of community activity and fellowship offers a safe and supportive environment that encourages conversation about who we are and what we believe in while recognizing the sometimes overly busy lives of young people. Fellowship and time for fun are as much a part of our program as Christian education and community awareness as we believe in providing for the whole person.

Community activity ranges from serving at local soup kitchens to traveling around our country for mission work. Fellowship activities range from movie nights to lock-ins at the church.

Junior High Youth

Meets every Sunday evening from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. beginning with dinner and fellowship. Discussions and sharing takes place under the leadership of our experienced advisors. Retreats, lock-ins and other special events are also part of the on-going programs. The advisors for this group are Tom Evans, Jim Peterson and Kris Schoelkopf.

Senior High Youth

Meets every Sunday evening at 5:00 p.m. beginning with dinner and fellowship. Discussions dealing with current youth issues and other topics of interest are conducted by the youth and their group of advisors. Service projects, recreation, retreats and other special programs round out the program. This team of advisors is made up of Pat Cashin, Diane Farry Kovac and Nicole Spadafino.

Youth Sunday 

Each year in February all of the youth from grades six through twelve plan, prepare and present the entire Worship Service. This includes lively vocal and instrumental music and dance, and several of the Sr. High students delivering their sermons. Click on the sound icon to listen to the sermons from February 22, 2009.

Join Us!

We extend a special invitation to teens in our community to join us, meet new friends and participate in exciting programs and events. For more information, please contact any one of the Youth Leaders as listed on the Contact Us page.

Parents - A new link has been added here. Heartfelt, a monthly newsletter, is designed for busy families who want to grow body, mind and spirit, and who want support and encouragement. This is a publication of Logos Ministries and has a wealth of information and other links for parents. 

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Refer to the Gallery Pages for Photos and Video of these groups!