Faith Formation for Children & Youth

Children and youth are the future of our church, and in the Minnesota Conference UCC they are a valued part of our present.

We engage youth in mission and worship through faith formation activities and leadership development. We also support clergy and lay leaders who work with youth through training and resources.

Upcoming Events

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October 22, 2026: REGISTER
January 28, February 25, March 25 & April 22, 2027
Come for lunch and information conversation at 11:30 am and stay for the presentation/facilitated conversation from noon-1:30 pm.

Past Events

2026 Youth Trip to DC

Read a recap.

Iona Abbey

Read reflections from the youth trip to Iona Abbey in Scotland.

Common Ground on the Border: January 15-19

Read reflections from the young adult trip to the border in January 2025.

Important Faith Formation Forms

See more information about the Conference’s Safe Conduct policies and form.

Faith Formation & Outdoor Ministry Assessment

A team from the Minnesota Conference UCC community conducted a 12-month assessment of the conference’s Outdoor and Faith Formation ministries. Through a comprehensive listening, survey and research process involving over 300 constituents, the team identified strategic recommendations and six Ministry Priorities for the conference to consider in an effort to bolster the current ministry’s reach and impact. Read the full report.

Resources

Talking With Children About Violence

Faith leaders:

Faith Leaders for Ending Gun Violence resources
“Toolkit for Faith Leaders,” from OutFront and Prism

Parents, educators, and faith leaders:

Greater Good Resources to Take Action Against Gun Violence

Talking with kids about gun violence:

UNICEF resources
Real Kids Real Faith resources
Talking with Children & Teens about Tough Issues (Southern New England Conference)
Supporting Parents/Talking with Children About Tough Issues (Association of United Church Educators)
Talking to Kids About Violence (Common Sense Media)
Talking to Children About Violence: Tips for Parents and Teachers: (National Association of School Psychologists)

Anti-Racism

The Ministry Lab (multiple resources on anti-racism, race and privilege)

CONTACT

122 W Franklin Ave #200
Minneapolis, MN 55404

Phone (612) 871-0359

E-Mail info@uccmn.org