One Day Youth Worship Service
Wednesdays 6:30-8:00 PM
One Day is our new student worship service! This is a time for students to gather and follow Jesus through hang time, games, worship, a message from Scripture and small group discussion! Doors open at 6:00.
The 3rd Wednesday of each month is Outreach Night from 6:30-8:30! Invite your friends and dress up for these “theme nights.” We’ll have more games, more fellowship and more fun followed by dinner at Chick-Fil-A or The Loop!
Sundays 10:45 AM
Join us every Sunday in the Youth Room from 10:45 AM-11:45 AM. We are walking through the Bible and learning each story through video, art, scripture, and discussion.
December's Study: Christmas is a time where we prepare our hearts and minds to celebrate the moment that God became human. The Savior was born in a humble stable to a teenage mom and a simple but honest dad. And they observed Him in wonder. The shepherds looked down at Him, recalling the angel’s message of wonder. The wise men would come to do the same thing. They beheld him. Join us on Sunday mornings as we prepare our hearts and minds for the coming Savior with a 25-day Advent devotional.

Life Groups
Sundays 5:00-6:00 PM
We have life groups specifically geared for our Ortega Youth! Life Groups are the way we make a big church feel small. Groups meet across the area and simply do life together; laughing, playing games, fellowshipping, supporting each other, and growing in all seasons of life. We encourage you to get connected with a life group to build new friendships and grow in your walk with Christ. Click here for a list of Ortega Life Groups.
Fall 2019

Who: 7th-12th graders
When: Friday, November 15th- Sunday, November 17th
Where: Epworth By The Sea, St. Simons Island, Georgia
What: This fall, we are going to St. Simon's Island, Georgia where we will join other youth groups from Northeast Florida. We’re going to have an awesome time together with friends, playing games, experiencing amazing worship, and spending time discovering answers to the questions we're too been afraid to ask but want to know the answers to. This year's theme is "Asking For A Friend" with speaker Derrick Scott and the CCW Band!
Arrival/Departure Times: We will be leaving OUMC on Friday, November 15th. Students should arrive at the church at 4:45 PM. We will return on Sunday, November 17th at 12:30 PM.
Cost: $100 + money for one dinner on the road. $50 non-refundable deposit is due at time of registration. Registration deadline and final balances are due by November 1st. You must sign up by November 1st.
Forms:
Packing List and Flyer
OUMC Parental Consent & Authorization Form.
Click here to register for Fall Retreat 2019!
Winter- Spring 2020 Retreats

Who: 7th-12th Graders
When: Friday, January 24th-Sunday, January 26th
Where: Universal Studios Orlando
What: Get ready to have an exciting weekend at Florida's biggest Christian music festival! We're going to experience two nights of powerful music from today’s most popular Christian artists at Universal Studios Florida. Rock the Universe is an unforgettable weekend of faith and fun.
We’ll head down to Orlando and spend the evening at Universal Studios for the first night of Rock The Universe. On Saturday, we'll hang out at Islands of Adventure Theme Park before Night 2 of Rock The Universe. Sunday morning, we'll worship at First United Methodist Church of Orlando and hear from Pastor Vance Rains before hitting the road.
Arrival/Departure Times: We will leave OUMC on Friday, January 24th. Students should arrive at the church at 1:30 PM. We will return to Jacksonville at 2:30 PM on Sunday, January 26th.
Cost: The cost for this event is $155. This includes tickets for two nights of Rock The Universe and Islands of Adventure, transportation, two breakfasts and sleeping arrangements. Students should bring money for 2 meals on the road (dinner on Friday and lunch on Sunday) and 2 meals in the park (lunch and dinner on Saturday) + optional snack/souvenir money.
Sleeping Arrangements: We will be sleeping at First Church Orlando. Students can bring sleeping mats or air mattresses if they prefer not to sleep on the floor.
Register your student and pay by Friday, January 3rd by clicking here.

Who: 7th-12th Graders
When: Friday, February 14th-Monday, February 17th
Where: Crowder's Ridge, Gastonia, NC
What: Winter Retreat is a weekend getaway for students to take a break in the mountains, be in community with one another and grow spiritually! It is a weekend full of fun activities, incredible worship, and great lessons. This Winter, we will be going to Crowder's Ridge Camp near Gastonia, NC!
Cost: The cost is $300 including three nights lodging, bus transportation, winter chute tubing and meals at the retreat. Students should bring money for two meals on the road. $100 deposit is due when you register. The final balance is due Wednesday, January 29th.
Pumpkin Discount: Did you work all your shifts in the pumpkin patch? If so, your cost is only $200!!! Contact Kirby to use your earnings towards the cost of the trip! Use code: isurvivedthepatch to get your discount today!
Arrival/Departure: Youth should arrive at OUMC at 3:00 PM on Friday, February 14th. We will be leaving Jacksonville at 3:30 PM. We will return to Jacksonville on Monday, February 17th at 5 PM.
Register your student and pay final balances by January 29th by clicking here.
If you have any questions, contact Kirby at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
As of 5/1/19, we have a new Parental Consent & Authorization form, please download below and return to Kirby in the Youth Office or via email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
. Form must be signed by parent/guardian before students can go on any trips.
OUMC Parental Consent & Authorization Form
Sunday Schools Teachers
Do you have a heart for helping students dig into the Word of God and encouraging them to grow in their faith? If so, we need you for our Sunday Morning Class! Contact Kirby to learn more!
Wednesday Night Volunteers
Wednesday nights are a night for youth to come and have fun and hear a message relevant to what's going on in their lives today. Our adult counselors help in a number of ways, such as, setting-up/breaking down, running the games, facilitating discussion questions in small groups, etc. If you want to be a part of our Wednesday night programming, contact Kirby!
Life Group Leaders
We need adult leaders for our Youth Life Groups! The purpose of Life Groups is for our students to find community and develop authentic, godly relationships. Students learn to trust, support and pray for one another as they study scripture and discuss their everyday challenges. If you are interested, contact Kirby!
If you have any questions about how you can serve our youth ministry please email our Director of Youth Ministry, Kirby Tyler at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
or call 904-389-5556x114.
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