FOR ALL AGES AND STAGES

There's lots of activity at YSUMC. Something's happening almost every day of the week, and there's plenty of room for you to jump in, no matter the age or stage of your faith journey. We welcome you to come along!

More than just Christian Education and Bible Studies, we offer a "place to belong" for kids and youth, small groups where adults can build strong relationships, music programs and a puppet and drama team, and lots of opportunities to work together to change the lives of those in our own community and communities around the world.

You don't have to be a member to join in. Check out what's happening and come be a part of the fun and fellowship!

LIVE BIG

Our kids Live B.I.G. ! Every Sunday morning at 9:00 a.m. we see, hear, and live our Belief In God. We see exciting faith-filled videos, hear great music and live them out with lots of fun activities.

This year we're "Shooting for the Stars" and earning points toward a trip to Hersheypark this coming summer. You're invited to come find out how you can Live B.I.G., too!

 

BOYS & GIRLS FELLOWSHIP

For Kids from Kindergarten through 4th grade. Our group meets on Sunday nights from 6:30 to 7:30 pm, beginning in the September. We play games, learn about God’s Word, make crafts and eat a snack.

 

KIDS FOR CHRIST

For Kids in Middle School. KFC meets on Sunday nights from 6:30 to 7:30 pm, beginning each September. We enjoy games, crafts, and learn how to build and grow a strong relationship with God.

 

CHILDREN & YOUTH PRAISE & WORSHIP

Sunday evenings are for Praise & Worship! We gather together for a time of Contemporary Praise & Worship at 6:00 p.m.

 

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

Every summer we invite kids from the surrounding area to enjoy a week of laughter, love, and learning! Our Vacation Bible School is always five full evenings of fun for everyone!

LIFEHOUSE YOUTH

LifeHouse Youth Fellowship is a group for young people in grades
7 through 12. We meet every Sunday evening starting at 6:00 p.m. with praise and worship. Class time is from 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. This is a great time for learning all about Jesus Christ. We take time to discuss things that happen in a teen’s life and look to the Bible to show us how to handle these situations.

We participate in a lot of fun outings such as Christian concerts, Creation Festival, Acquire the Fire, Flying Leaps Rope Course at Ski Roundtop, Snow Tubing and many others.

During the summer months we meet for a short devotion and then finish the meeting with variety of games such as kick ball, volleyball, soccer, water balloons, etc… So come out and join us Sunday evenings for a fun time of worship and learning more about Jesus Christ with kids your own age.

For more information, contact our Children and Youth Director, Abbie Manley at 717-528-4314 or email abbie@ysumc.org

JR HIGH SUNDAY SCHOOL

Come join an exciting hour of sharing and learning in the Jr. High Sunday School class! Sometimes we play Bible games, sometimes we have a discussion about how the Bible speaks to us today, and sometimes we simply share what happened in our lives during the past week. And there's always a snack to get the morning started!

PRAISIN PUPPETS

If you like being silly, dramatic, and love to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ, then we want you! The Praisin’ Puppets bring the Word of God to life and proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ through traditional puppetry, blacklight puppetry and creative movement, drama, creative signing, and creative stick movement. Kids from 5th grade and up can join.

In addition to sharing our ministry on the third Sunday of each month for Family Sunday, we travel outside York Springs and perform at other churches and events throughout the year. We also teach at both the local and national level at Christian puppetry conferences like those held by the Fellowship of Christian Puppeteers.

If you're interested in joining, we are currently accepting new members. You don't have to be a member of York Springs United Methodist Church to join, but we welcome you and your family to share worship with us if you don't have a home church.

The Praisin' Puppets practice on Monday evenings at 6:15 p.m. For more information, please contact our director, Rhonda Graybill, at praisinpuppets@ysumc.org or visit the Praisin' Puppets website.

SUNDAY SCHOOL

We offer two adult Sunday School classes each week at 9:00 a.m.

Adult Bible Studies is a United Methodist Curriculum that changes quarterly, alternating between the Old and New Testaments. Class members read each week's lesson through the week so they can discuss the Bible Study material together. This class meets in the Sanctuary and is taught by Pastor Kevin and his wife, Valerie.

Adult Video Series - 12 A 12 week in-depth study of the Cross, "He Chose the Nails" by Max Lucado beginning January 27, 2008

Each week there will be a video presentation followed by an informal discussion. "These twelve lessons have been written to encourage, inspire, and challenge you, as you journey by the Via Dolorosa, the "Way of Sorrows" that Christ took to Calvary. As you consider what Christ's sacrifice means, you will be able to look into his eyes, touch his wounds, hear his voice, recognize his pain, and realize he did it all just for you."

LUNCH BUNCH

You are invited to join this social and spirit-filled group of retired or stay-at-home men and women. They meet the second Friday of every month at the Keystone Diner in New Oxford at 11:30 a.m. Good food and fellowship are enjoyed by all. Members from this group often volunteer to help assemble our monthly church newsletter and address postcards for our postcard ministry.

QUILTING MINISTRY

While this ministry was started to provide quilts for nursing homes and others in need, it is also a great place for learning. You don't have to know how to sew to join the group every other Tuesday evening at 7:00 p.m. If you'd like to help and you're willing to learn, email info@ysumc.org

POSTCARD MINISTRY

We love staying in touch with our church family, and this ministry was started to remember special occasions and send words of Christian love and encouragement by mail. Meeting every other week, this group makes sure the YSUMC family feels cared for and loved.

EMMAUS REUNION GROUP

Those who have been a part of the "Walk to Emmaus" are encouraged to join the monthly Saturday meetings at a local restaurant for a time of spiritual renewal.

SMALL GROUPS

The heart of our church is its Small Groups. These "little churches" within the "big church" are places to build strong relationships with others outside of the worship setting.

Some groups focus on Bible Study, others are Support Groups. They are many and varied, but all strive to be intimate groups of people who share and care for each other with mutual accountability that is necessary for spiritual growth and service.

Scripture tells us "...let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds. Let us not give up meeting together...but let us encourage one another." —Hebrews 10:24-25.

 

CSP (CHRISTIAN SINGLE PARENTS)

As single parents, we know the stress, frustration, and loneliness involved in loving and caring for children without help from a partner. This group was formed to offer support to single parents within our community. With God's guidance, we hope to offer assistance and encouragement. CSP meets twice a month at a member's home. Email info@ysumc.org for details on meeting dates and times.

 

GROUP (GOD'S RELATIONSHIP,
           OUR ULTIMATE PURPOSE)

Our GROUP of adults (men and women, all ages) has been meeting together for several years in the home of a church member every other Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. We have studied and discussed Henry Blackaby’s "Experiencing God" and "Your Church Experiencing God Together" which has helped the members realize the importance of having a real and personal relationship with God. We are presently studying "The Life Lessons with Max Lucado", starting with the Book of I Corinthians. If you'd like to join, email info@ysumc.org.

 

MEN'S CD (COVENANT DISCIPLESHIP)

A group of men meet at The Apple Bin Restaurant at 7:00 a.m. every other Saturday morning. They enjoy breakfast, fellowship, and a time for renewing their covenant together. It's a time to share joys and concerns, and a time to be reminded that we share many struggles, and that we're not in this life alone. To join, email info@ysumc.org.

 

PSA (PRAYER, SUPPORT, & ACTION)

This group of senior women meet during the day in someone's home. They have Bible Study, participate in group discussions, and enjoy light refreshments. For meeting dates and times, email info@ysumc.org.

 

HAVE AN IDEA FOR A SMALL GROUP?

If you have an idea or would like to lead a small group, please contact Pastor Kevin to share your thoughts at pastorkevin@ysumc.org.

CHOIRS

Whether you want to sing God's praises every week or just once in a while, there's a choir for you at York Springs United Methodist Church.

Our Adult Choir provides music regularly for our Sunday morning worship. Practices are held each Wednesday evening at 7:00 p.m. from fall through late spring.

Cantata Choirs are formed at Easter and Christmas when a Cantata will be perfomed. You don't have to be a regular choir member or even a member of YSUMC to join this special choir. Practices are held on Wednesday evenings, usually at 7:30 p.m. following the regular choir rehearsal.

A Christmas Children and Youth Choir is formed each fall to prepare for a Holiday presentation for our church family. There is lots of room for anyone who wants to participate, even those who are shy! If you'd like to sing this Christmas, email Rhonda Graybill at info@ysumc.org.

 

PRAISE TEAM

Our Praise Team leads us in Contemporary worship on the second Sunday of each month. This group of musicians of all ages welcomes you to join them as the Praise the Lord! Practice is every Thursday night at 7:00 p.m. For more information, email info@ysumc.org.

 

SPECIAL MUSIC

During the summer months, we encourage our talented congregation to share special music with us each week. We also enjoy hearing soloists and ensembles throughout the year. If you are interested in providing special music during worship, contact our Choir Director, Eloise Swales, or email info@ysumc.org for details.

 

PRAISIN' PUPPETS

If you like being silly, dramatic, and love to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ, then we want you! The Praisin’ Puppets bring the Word of God to life and proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ through traditional puppetry, blacklight puppetry and creative movement, drama, creative signing, and creative stick movement. Kids from 5th grade and up can join.

In addition to sharing our ministry on the third Sunday of each month for Family Sunday, we travel outside York Springs and perform at other churches and events throughout the year. We also teach at both the local and national level at Christian puppetry conferences like those held by the Fellowship of Christian Puppeteers.

If you're interested in joining, we are currently accepting new members. You don't have to be a member of York Springs United Methodist Church to join, but we welcome you and your family to share worship with us if you don't have a home church.

The Praisin' Puppets practice on Monday evenings at 6:15 p.m. For more information, please contact our director, Rhonda Graybill, at praisinpuppets@ysumc.org or visit the Praisin' Puppets website.