Leadership

Help Impact The Lives Of Teenagers

We cannot lead any aspect of Student Ministry without the help of our amazing adult leaders.

Adults like you help us create a loving and inclusive community that focuses on guiding students through their daily lives. Help us ensure that each student knows just how important they are to our church and the Kingdom of God.

First Church is a Safe Sanctuary Church

Because we believe that Jesus taught us to care especially for all children and youth, First Church, as part of the United Methodist Church Safe Sanctuaries program, is committed to the practice of safe supervision. Our Safe Sanctuary policy sets standards for the supervision of First Church children, youth, and vulnerable adults in our care. Thus, in covenant with all United Methodist congregations, we have adopted detailed policies for the prevention of neglect and abuse. As a Christian community of faith, we at First Church pledge to conduct the ministry of the gospel in ways that assure the safety and spiritual growth of all children, youth, and vulnerable adults and those who minister to them.

Our volunteer leaders are a huge part of our ministry. All adults who wish to lead within our Student Ministry willingly participate in our screening process which includes:

Meeting with staff leadership
Undergo a criminal background check
Annual Safe Sanctuary training
Additional training as needed and provided

To learn more about our Student Ministry contact Ashley Hess Ashley@firstchurchbhm.com