In our world today there are many things that can serve as a source of apprehension and dread. These fears can take a serious toll on our wellbeing and serve as a reminder of our own insecurities, failings and inadequacies. BUT we serve a God who is bigger than that! We are so excited to announce that registration for DNOW 2024 is now open, and want to invite all 6th-12th Grade students to join us for a powerful weekend of worship, service, and community as we examine the fears in our lives and remember the faithfulness of God to carry us through.

Disciple Now, or DNOW for short, is an in town Spiritual Retreat weekend for students in grades 6-12 on the weekend of Feb 23-25. We are super excited to welcome Brian Drake (illusionist), Patrick Bohmfalk and his band (worship leaders), and Stephanie Huyser (Minister of Youth and Recreation at Texas Baptist Children’s Home) to lead our students in worship this weekend as they wrestle with the topic of fear from a biblical perspective.

Throughout the weekend our students will be chaperoned and led by teams of trusted adults and college students(all of whom are Ministry Safe certified and Background Checked) who are focused on providing the best possible experience for our students to grow in their faith. Students will stay in host homes (members of our congregation who volunteer to host student groups for the weekend) and be led in Bible Study and discussion by young adult leaders (many of these students are former students of FUMC RR or are friends of theirs from college who are committed to walking in faith).

Worship rallies will be held on Friday and Saturday evenings. This year the rallies will be held at FUMC Georgetown, but students will still stay at homes of our congregation members and be transported throughout the weekend. Students will participate in a Sleep In Heavenly Peace Bed Build on Saturday where our students will build beds for kids in our community that do not have one. We strongly encourage students to invite friends to join us in this life changing experience!

Cost for DNOW is $60 but EARLY BIRD PRICING OF $50 IS AVAILABLE THROUGH FEB 4th.

Host homes are a vital part of DNOW weekend and we need more of them! Groups of 5-8 students plus their young adult leaders will stay at host homes from Friday evening through Sunday morning. Students will engage in a variety of events throughout the weekend and be transported by volunteers to and from these events, before returning to homes for devotionals, discussions, and to sleep. If you are able to host a group of students and college leaders please contact taylor@fumc-rr.org.

Wonderfully Made is a human sexuality class for students in 5th and 6th grade and their parents that provides kids an opportunity to ask questions about growing up and get faith-based answers. During the weekend, children get the opportunity to learn about their physical development from a Christ-centered perspective and how they are wonderfully made by God. In addition to being provided with an arena where accurate information and proper terminology can be gained and practiced, the young persons will better understand how their sexuality fits into God’s plan for human relationships.

Participation in Wonderfully Made will help you and your "tween" to better communicate about sexuality and other life issues both now and in the future. Using a highly interactive approach to learning, Wonderfully Made is made to be approachable and engaging for 5th and 6th-grade students. This year’s retreat will be facilitated by our family ministry staff, medical professionals, and experienced volunteers.

Cost for this event is $35 through Dec 20th, on Dec 21st the price goes to $40

Friday, Jan 26th (6:00 pm - 9:00 pm)
Saturday, Jan 27th (9:00 am - 2:00 pm)

Join us for our 2023 Fall Mission Trip, Nov 11-12, 2023 as we head to Down Home Ranch to aid in their Fall Festival! We will work Saturday morning- afternoon before enjoying some of the amenities that the camp has to offer that evening and sharing in worship on Sunday morning. 

If you are not yet familiar with DHR, Down Home Ranch is a community that empowers the lives of adults with  intellectual and developmental disabilities through social, educational, residential and vocational opportunities. Throughout the weekend your students will have opportunities to serve and interact with the residents and staff at Down Home Ranch. We will have our own spaces throughout the trip but we are also thrilled your students will get the opportunity to interact with several of the residents and staff that make this place so special.

Cost for this trip is $40 per student and covers all meals, materials, and a t-shirt from the weekend. Adult chaperones are needed to make this possible and are free to attend!

Are you looking for adventure this summer? Do you want to grow in faith while experiencing the wonders of God’s creation? If so, we invite you to join us as we head to Camp Eagle on July 17-22, 2023 for a week of fellowship, adventure, and spiritual growth.

Middle School and High School Students go camp during the same week, but will be separated into different groups to ensure their camp experience meets their spiritual needs.

The early bird cost for Camp Eagle is $585 per student with $110 due at the time of signup. Early Bird pricing extends through Sep 30, after which the price goes to $625. Scholarships are available, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Advertised cost covers the students cost for camp and transportation.

Students currently in grades 6-12 can sign up for Camp Eagle. If you have any questions contact Taylor@fumc-rr.org. Adult Chaperones are needed to make camp eagle happen! Please contact us to talk about this possibility

2022-2023 Payment Schedule

• At time of registration- $110

• February 10th-50% of Camp Fees

• June 30th-100% of Payments due

There is no better way to grow in faith than through serving others in the name of Jesus. This summer we are blessed to have amazing mission opportunities for both Middle and High School students.

Our High School Students (currently in grades 9-12) are headed to Oklahoma June 4-10th for a week of home repair missions. Cost for this trip is $300.

Middle School Students (currently in grades 6-8) are going to The Boaz House, a women’s faith-based rehabilitation ministry, in Hempstead, Texas and will be working on various projects at the organization’s new property. Cost for the trip is $225 and the trip will run from June 25-30.

Parents and adult volunteers are needed to make these trips happen! We would love to talk with you about serving on these trips this summer.