Youth

Baccalaureate 2020

Join us as we celebrate FMC students graduating from high school! We will hear from the graduates before sending them off with a meditation and charge based on Jeremiah 1:4-10.

Baccalaureate is historically a worship service honoring God through the recognition of those earning high school, college, or post graduate degrees. This morning we celebrate Baccalaureate Sunday as an acknowledgment that God has graced us with the abilities to teach, learn, and grow “in stature and wisdom” (Luke 2:52). Baccalaureate services challenge us to bless God through the developing of the gifts we have been given. We are invited to acknowledge that our abilities are not just for personal use but God-given gifts to be shared in community. As we approach the transitions that graduations signify, our Baccalaureate worship affirms that God is with us throughout all our days.

Gifts from Jesus

The children performed a short play about the gifts that Jesus gives us. A mother and her son are getting ready for Christmas and setting up the nativity set. The son is getting excited to open presents when the nativity comes alive and the boy learns about the lessons that Jesus has taught us.

We are encouraged to remember these lessons throughout the year:

  • Everyone is welcome

  • Treat others with love and fairness, the way you want to be treated

  • Show your love for Jesus by serving others

  • Love one another

  • Even when you do something wrong, you can be forgiven

  • Jesus loves you!

Audio available on the Members page.