Our Mission:

To Lead All on to a Path of Christ Centered Discipleship. At Mentor UMC it is our mission to help Youth & Young Adults figure out what their beliefs are in a fun, comfortable environment where they can learn alongside their peers. Our hope is that they will form lasting friendships, become leaders, and be able to take their faith beyond the walls of the church building. We want to make a space where they are Learning and Living the Love of Christ every day!

If you want to help out with Youth & Young Adults but aren't sure where to get started, click here to leave your info for Mackalyn.
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UPCOMING EVENTS

Ice Skating

Youth are invited to an afternoon of Ice Skating at Mentor Civic Center on Sunday, March 15th.

March Madness Watch Party

ALL are invited to a March Madness watch party on Saturday, March 21st in the Gallery. If you would like, bring a snack or appetizer-type dish to share.

Eggstravaganza

Families & friends are invited to MUMC on Saturday, April 4th at 10 AM for the annual Community Egg Hunt. To volunteer, reach out to Pastor Tammy.

You've been 'egged!

Youth are invited to join us on the evening of April 4th to "egg" friends and members that are on or minds. We'll create Easter baskets with fun goodies then drop them off at people's homes.

The BIG Event

The Youth Service Project's annual fundraiser dinner will be on Sunday, April 12th at 5 PM. Tickets and raffle information available soon.

Bowling & Pizza

Youth are invited to join us on Wednesday, April 22nd for another evening of "Bowling & Pizza."

Change the World Day

Mission's annual "Change the World Day" will be on Saturday, April 25th here at MUMC. We are partnering with Sleep in Heavenly Peace to build beds for kids in need.

Confirmation Sunday

Celebrate & honor our Confirmation Class of 2026 by joining us in worship to witness their confirmation.

Grad & Scholarship Sunday

Everyone is invited to celebrate our High School, Higher Ed graduates as well as our 2026 Scholarship Recipients on Sunday, May 24th. We will acknowledge students in worship and then again during the breakfasted hosted between services at 10:15 AM.

Youth Group

Youth are invited to meet at MUMC in the Youth Room on the 2nd & 4th Sundays of the month at 4 PM (UNLESS event otherwise scheduled--check with Mackalyn or look below).

Youth Sunday School

Grades 6-12 are invited to Sunday School during the 9 AM worship service each Sunday. We’ll meet in the Youth room for fellowship & fun.

Gaming Group

BREAK FOR LENT: please reach out to Mackalyn for the Lent schedule. Join this intergenerational group on Wednesdays from 5:30-9:30 PM in the Youth Room to play Dungeons & Dragons (no experience necessary). If there is another game you are interested in seeing at MUMC, get in touch with Mackalyn. There are opportunities for card, board, or video games.

Young Adults

Young Adults (post High School to 35 years old), are invited to join us for discussion and fun on Tuesdays at 6 PM in the Youth Room. NOTE: For Lent, our schedule has some changes. Please check THIS PAGE for meeting dates and times (PLUS field trip times)

Young Adult Outings:

• Towpath Lantern Parade: Young Adults are invited to an outing on March 7th. We’ll carpool or meet at the Towpath Trail at Sokolowski’s Overlook (1203 University Rd, Cleveland, OH 44113) for their annual Lantern parade. Arrive around 6:00 PM to make a lantern then join in the parade as it makes its way down the trail. This event is completely free and goes until 8 PM.
• Books in the Woods: Join us at Wildwood Cultural Center around 11 AM for a Book Fair! Meet and learn about books from local authors and bookstores. FREE entry. Only cost is the price of any book you purchase!
• Arbor Day Outing: on Friday, April 24th around 5 PM we will meet or carpool to the Holden Arboretum for FREE walking & Arbor Day activities.

Scholarships 2026

The Scholarship Application for 2026 is now OPEN. The deadline to apply is Wednesday, April 8th at 2 PM. All recipients will be honored at Grad & Scholarship Sunday on May 24th during services as well as at the breakfast from 10-11 AM that same morning. You can learn more about the scholarships offered and their histories here.

Summer Programs

Register online here for ALL Summer Programs in 2026. If you have questions about costs or scholarships, please reach out to Pastor Tammy.

Payment:

CASH or CHECK Payments mailed/given Tammy Palermo, Mentor UMC, 8600 Mentor Ave., Mentor, OH 44060

ONLINE Payments www.mentorumc.org/onlinegiving

You are responsible for paying the PROCESSING FEE select "other" for FUND write "2026 Summer Registration" in Add a Note at payment screen. If you do NOT receive a confirmation email, your registration did NOT go through.

Vacation Bible School

Sign up online to HELP with VBS. Parents are encouraged to help and YOUTH (grades 7-12) can volunteer as well. Get in touch with Pastor Tammy if you have any questions.

Get Out Doors (G.O.D.) Camp

Completed grades 5 & 6 are welcome to join in a week of adventure from June 22nd to 26th. We'll begin our days (9:30 AM) at the church then head out to local parks for activities, devotions, and building lasting relationships. We'll get back at the church by 4 PM. The cost is $75 per student. Register online here.

Theatre Arts Camp

Auditions in late April/early May Students (completed grades 1 - 8) are welcome to participate in TAC on the weeks of July 6th-10th AND 13th-17th. We'll meet at the church from 9 AM to 12 PM for rehearsal, set design, and fun! The cost is $100 per CAST MEMBER (completed grades 1 - 8), $70 per CREW MEMBER (completed grades 6 - 8), and $0 per TAC High School Volunteer (completed grades 9 - 12). Register online here.

Middle School Mission Week

Middle School aged students are invited to join us for Middle School Mission Week from July 20th to 24th. We'll meet at MUMC in the morning then venture to a local organization or location for missions. We return back to the church around 4 PM. Please reach out to Mackalyn Figgins for more information.

East Ohio Camps

EOC is a great summer opportunity for youth participants and young adult volunteers. These camps include Camp Aldersgate, Camp Wanake, and Camp Asbury.

Youth Service Project

The Youth Service Project Mission is an annual trip in the summer where students and volunteers visit and assist a family or area in need. The team meets two Sundays a month to plan. Upcoming meeting dates can be found HERE. Please visit the YSP page (click the heading) to learn more about their upcoming trip, fundraisers, and more.

Internships

Our church is a learning church for vocation, in addition to spirituality and theology. Vocation is where our deep gladness meets one of the world’s greatest needs. Our internship program can help young adults discern what that looks like for them. We offer internship opportunities in Communications, Youth Ministry, Worship Arts, Pastoral internships, Environmental/Ecotheology internships, and other ideas that we discern and create together! Fill out the form here to start your journey.

Confirmation

Confirmation is for Grades 8 and up and takes place October – May. This is a great opportunity for young people who wish to deepen their faith and understanding of Christianity and Methodism. Reach out to Mackalyn to learn more.

Important Forms Here!

Emergency Medical, Driver, Permission Forms and More!
Click here for the STUDENT Emergency Medical Form. Click here for the ADULT Emergency Medical Form. Click here for a DRIVER form for those providing transportation.