Children (Preschool - 5th grade)

Rio Rancho UMC Youth Group
Our Youth Director is Kim Peterson. She has served as our Youth Director, since 2007. She started her career as a Youth Director in 1999.
If you would like more information about the Rio Rancho Youth group and/or program, Kim can be reached via e mail at: kimpeterson1007@gmail.com, by calling the Church office at (505) 892-0404x3 or on her cell at (505) 450-9795.
The Rio Rancho Youth group meets Sunday evenings from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. We start the evening with a meal, followed by games and Bible study/discussion groups. In addition to Sunday evenings, we hold fund raising events; participate in service projects and mission trips, and fun activities (like going to Kiln-It, the Zoo, or on “Destination Unknown” events). Youth group is open to all youth who are 6th grade and older.
Recognizing the need for social interaction during our current pandemic, youth group continues to meet in person most Sunday evenings from 5 to 7 PM. At the current time, we are unable to do many “extra” activities, but it is great to be together for a meal, games, and Bible study/discussion. We are currently a very small group, as there are still some families who are not comfortable with a group setting, which we respect. We look forward to being all together soon!  

Rio Rancho UMC Youth Purpose
Youth group is an inclusive fellowship with a focus on spiritual formation and growth.
This is obtained by creating a safe, non-competitive, non-threatening environment where all youth feel welcome and accepted for who they are. Youth are encouraged to invite friends to all activities.
Fellowship occurs where two or more are gathered for engaging discussion, games, and meals. While some activities may be entertaining, the primary focus of all activities is building relationships and creating equality.
Spiritual growth will occur when strong relationships are developed with peers and mentors that allow us to speak openly about our beliefs, and to share our fears, joys, and concerns.

                      Rio Rancho UMC Youth Covenant

• We will not use cell phones or electronics during youth group time.
• We will respect the church property and each other’s property.
• We will respect our leaders and each other with our words and our actions.
• We will listen when others are talking.
• We will participate in all activities, games, and discussions.
• We will help with the set-up and clean-up of the fellowship hall and/or other rooms that we use during youth time.