Youth Ministry
The Virginia Conference is rebuilding our resources for youth ministry and looking forward to providing opportunities for youth ministry leaders to connect in the coming year.
Fall Youth Retreat
November 14-16, 2025
Rappahannock Camp and Retreat Center (Richardsville, VA)
Theme: Called to Be UMC
Scripture: Acts 2:1-21
Leadership Tracks: “UMC Advocate and Serve,” “UMC Around the World,” “UMC In and Out,” “UMC Next Steps,” and “UMC Exploration”
Resources
UMC Youth Leaders
VAUMC Youth Leaders
VAUMC Camps and Retreat Centers
VAUMC Youth Leaders Facebook Group
VAUMC Youth Leadership Council
– Youth and Adults from across the Conference working together to create events and resources for the youth of Virginia. For more information contact DwayneStinson@vaumc.org
Find a Youth Leader Cohort
– Ministry is not meant to be done alone. To find a cohort of other youth leaders in your area contact DwayneStinson@vaumc.org
VAUMC Ministry Partners
Transitioning to Young Adult Resources
The Virginia Conference is rebuilding our resources for youth ministry and looking forward to providing opportunities for youth ministry leaders to connect in the coming year.
Fall Youth Retreat
November 14-16, 2025
Rappahannock Camp and Retreat Center (Richardsville, VA)
Theme: Called to Be UMC
Scripture: Acts 2:1-21
Leadership Tracks: “UMC Advocate and Serve,” “UMC Around the World,” “UMC In and Out,” “UMC Next Steps,” and “UMC Exploration”
Registration will be available on September 1st.
Resources
Virginia UMC Youth Leaders Facebook Group
https://www.facebook.com/groups/226033751143848
Scholarships/Grants
Youth Service Fund – applications open January 6, 2025.