Youth are a beloved part of our community
Youth group meets most Sunday evenings throughout the Church Year. Youth in our congregation can also come to church for worship, or help with RE (the younger kids LOVE when teens are there!) Youth are invited to be a part of most aspects of South Church, and our hope is that they (like all of our congregants) feel empowered to help co-create a church community that feeds their spirits and inspires growth. We have had youth serving on associate teams, on justice committees, and as a part of worship creation! The sky is the limit, what is calling YOU? ♥️
Volunteer Opportunities for Youth!
There are so many ways for youth to volunteer at church. You can serve in an associate program, help in Religious Education, participate in service projects and more! Let us know if you’d like to find places to volunteer, and we can help with paperwork to document your hours for school or other purposes. Contact Jen DB (jendeldeo@southchurch-uu.org)
This Year’s Learning Journey
TBA! Info coming at orientation
2026/2027 YOUTH GROUP SCHEDULE: (all meetings are 4:00-5:30 at 73 Court St unless noted)
| 9/27/26 | Welcome/Welcome Back! 4:00-5:30 |
| 10/3-10/4/26 (Sat-Sun) | 7p-10a, Orientation and Overnight 292 State St–Parents Join 7:00-8:00 |
| 10/11/26 | No Youth Group – Holiday weekend |
| 10/18/26 | Youth Group Meeting 4:00-5:30 |
| 10/25/26 | Halloween Bake Sale Prep 4:00-5:30 at 292 State St!! |
| 10/31/26 (Sat) | Halloween Social and Bake Sale! 5p-9p |
| 11/1/26 | Youth Group Meeting 4:00-5:30 |
| 11/8/26 | Youth Group Meeting 4:00-5:30 |
| 11/15/26 | Youth Group Meeting 4:00-5:30 |
| 11/22/26 | Learning Session #1 4:00-6:00 |
| 11/29/26 | No Youth Group – Holiday weekend |
| 12/6/26 | Youth Group Meeting 4:00-5:30 |
| 12/13/26 | Learning Session #2 4:00-6:00 |
| 12/20/26 | Pageant Sunday, come to worship! (no Youth Group meeting) |
| 12/27/26 | No Youth Group – Holiday Weekend |
| 1/3/27 | Youth Worship Planning 4:00-5:30 |
| 1/10/27 | Youth Worship Planning 4:00-5:30 |
| 1/17/27 | Youth Worship Planning 4:00-5:30 |
| 1/24/27 | Youth Worship Planning 4:00-5:30 |
| 1/31/27 | Youth Worship Planning 4:00-5:30 |
| 2/6-2/7/27 (Sat-Sun) | Overnight and Youth-Led Worship! |
| 2/14/27 | Youth Group Meeting 4:00-5:30 |
| 2/21/27 | Youth Group Meeting 4:00-5:30 |
| 2/28/27 | Youth Group Meeting 4:00-5:30 |
| 3/7/27 | Learning Session #3 4:00-6:00 |
| 3/14/27 | Youth Group Meeting 4:00-5:30 |
| 3/21/27 | Pancake Breakfast, no afternoon meeting |
| 3/28/27 | No Youth Group – Holiday Weekend |
| 4/4/27 | Youth Group Meeting 4:00-5:30 |
| 4/11/27 | Learning Session #4 4:00-6:00 |
| 4/18/27 | Youth Group Meeting 4:00-5:30 |
| 4/25/27 | No Meeting today–school vacations |
| 5/2/27 | Youth Group Meeting 4:00-5:30 |
| 5/9/27 | Youth Group Meeting 4:00-5:30 |
| 5/14-5/16/27 (Fri-Sun) | Youth Camping Trip! |
| 5/23/27 | Last Regular Youth Group Meeting 😦 (CoA worship in am!) |
| 5/30/27 | Holiday Weekend, no meeting |
| 6/6/27 | BRIDGING Sunday – Come to Church! (No Youth Group today) |
| 6/13/27 | Trip Prep Session 4:00-5:30pm |
| Learning Journey Trip! |
Get In Touch
Director of Children and Family Ministries Jen Del Deo-Barry: jendeldeo@southchurch-uu.org
Director of Lifespan Ministries Kirsten Hunter: kirsten@southchurch-uu.org
Drop By
Our offices are located at 73 Court St in Portsmouth.
Generally the office is open Tues through Fri, 9am-2pm.
You are welcome to drop in during those hours, but it’s always a good idea to call or schedule an appointment if you would like to meet with a staff member.
Mailing Address:
South Church Meeting House
73 Court Street
Portsmouth, NH 03801
