Opportunities for Youth
Scholarships Available for Graduating Seniors
We have three youth graduating this year. Each will be invited to apply for our two scholarships (the Presbyterian Youth Scholarship and the Wilma and Boyd Turner Memorial Scholarship) to pursue his/her post-high school education. In January the applications and criteria for each scholarship will be mailed, and youth are encouraged to apply for either or both depending upon their qualifications. Unlike academic scholarships these awards are based on the individual’s participation in church life.
Ongoing Opportunities for Public Profession of Faith (Confirmation)
Youth 12 and older are invited to examine their faith and, if they chose, make a public profession by joining the church. Typically, confirmation classes are offered to a group every two or three years. This year Session has approved a study titled “I Believe” that is designed for each participant to work individually with a Mentor through an eightsession course on Christian formation and instruction. This allows more flexibility in arranging meeting times to fit an individual’s schedule.
In January letters of invitation to participate in this new study program will be sent to youth 12 years of age and older who are not already church members. Once the youth who are interested in participating are identified, each will be matched with an approved Mentor. In consultation with parents, and appropriate meeting place and time will be arranged.
Christian Education Committee: Rainy Birch, Wayne Brown, Loretta Chapman Rosalie Doty and Ardith Hansel, co-chair