mceachern students
Taking your faith in Christ to the next level.
When it comes down to it, student ministry is about ownership – it’s about taking that next step in one’s faith journey. As the primary faith influence, parents play a vital role in this process. Our job is to come alongside parents and partner with them in impacting a student’s life. We provide environments where students encounter Christ holistically in order to respond more clearly to His leading.
While our programs play an integral part, relationships are what matter most. Authentic faith occurs when every teenager has a place to belong and people who believe in what Christ can do in them. Hence, leading small becomes the foundation for leading big for the kingdom of God.
Weekly Programs
Wednesday Night Youth (WNY)
Wednesday Night Youth (WNY) is the place to be every Wednesday from 6:00–8:00 PM in the Youth Suite (F329). Designed just for students in 6th–12th grade, WNY is a vibrant night of worship, connection, and fun. Our youth praise band leds with powerful worship, along with games that bring us together, messages that speak to your life and faith, and small groups where real conversations happen. We also have a shared meal toegther, because community grows best around the table. Come be part of something meaningful. You belong here!
RENEW
RENEW meets Sunday mornings from 9:30–10:45 AM in the Youth Suite (F329), right before the 11:00 AM service. It’s a laid-back, meaningful time for 6th–12th grade students to grow in faith and friendship. We dive into table discussions that make faith feel real and relevant and play games that spark connection. RENEW is all about starting your Sunday with purpose, community, and maybe a Pop-Tart or two.
Upcoming Events
WNY: Glow-In-The-Dark Dodgeball
Wednesday Night Youth: Glow-In-The-Dark Dodgeball is on October 1 from 6-8 PM. We will have dinner, worship, and then the lights go out for dodgeball (in the dark).
Fields of Faith West Cobb
FCA Fields of Faith: West Cobb is Tuesday, Ocotber 7 at 6 PM at Harrison High School. Join us for a night of fellowship, worship, food, and prayer. Come by the McEachern UMC Student Ministry Tent for a free slice of pizza.
Six Flags
When: October 12
Time: 1-10:30 PM
Who: All 6th-12th grade students
Where: Six Flags Over Georgia
Cost: $5 transportation fee
Not Included In Cost: Ticket for park entery and money for food/drink
Six Flags trip will be October 12 from 1:00-10:30 PM for all 6th-12th grade students. Cost is $5 to cover transportation to and from the park. Each student is responsible for their own ticket into the park and must be purchased ahead of this event. We will meet at Oaks Hall at 1 PM to load up the bus after church (gives you enough time to get a quick lunch) and will return at 10:30 PM to Oaks Hall. For Cobb Country Schools, the 13th is a digital learning day which is the reason for the late return time. Please note that this trip is during the Fright Fest event.
Rooted Retreat
When: October 24-26
Time: 5:00 PM Friday – 1:00 PM Sunday
Who: All 6th-12th grade students
Where: Camp Glisson (Dahlonega, GA)
Cost: $125 per person
Not Included In Cost: Travel Meal on Friday
Rooted Retreat is October 24-26 at Camp Glisson. This overnight retreat is open to all 6th-12th grade students. Cost is $125 per student that covers on-campus meals, lodging, and programming. This retreat is with the North Georgia United Methodist Church Conference. The deadline to sign-up for this retreat is October 8. Click button below to register.
Fall Festival
When: October 26
Event Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Help Time: 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Who: All 6th-12th grade students
Where: MMUMC Upper Parking Lot
Fall Festival is Sunday, October 26 from 5-7 PM in the McEachern Memorial UMC Upper Parking Lot. The youth will have a trunk to hand out candy and pumpkins with our theme being “The Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown.” We have also been asked to assist with helping with crowd control with the inflatable events. Please sign-up to help out at this event using the button below. We will start prep work at 3 PM and end at 8 PM after everything is cleaned up.
WNY: Halloween Party
Wednesday Night Youth: Halloween Party is October 29 at 6-8 PM. This event is open to all 6th-12th grade students. Dress up and win a prize for the best costume. We will have food, games, prizes, and something spooky.
Weekly Communication
2025-2026 Student Ministry Calendar
