Back-to-School Sunday
Combined Service & Picnic on Aug. 16
Mark your calendars now for our Combined Worship Service & Picnic on Aug. 16, when we welcome back college students and promote younger children to new classes. Worship at 11:00 am in the Sanctuary will be followed by a barbecue picnic in the FLC and Courtyard for everyone, so invite your friends! Bring along a chair, picnic blanket, sunscreen, and anything else you might want for time outside as children play on the inflatables!
Stay later for a dedication of the solar panels on our building at 1:30 pm in the lower parking lot along the southwest end of our Education Wing. Thank you to our Creation Care Team for leading us as we care for God’s beautiful creation!
Get Involved in Christian Learning & Fun!
We are launching a new year of ministry for our children and adults! Toggle below to learn how your young ones — and you — can get plugged into all that is happening at Boone UMC!
Children's Ministry 2026-2027
Children's Ministry provides a safe space for children, ages birth through sixth grade, to grow and develop in Christian community and learning. Following are ways your young ones can get involved!
- Children's Sunday School meets in the Children's Wing of our Education Building each week at 9:45-10:40 am, under the leadership of Laura Padgett, Children's Director, and her outstanding team.
- During each Sunday service time (8:30-9:40 am and 10:55 am-12:15 pm), we provide Children's Church for ages 6 months to 7 years-old.
- We are launching our 2026 year of Club 456 for children in fourth, fifth, and sixth grades on Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2:30-4:00 pm. Want to join after Aug. 26? No problem! CLICK HERE to register.
- Registration for our Confirmation Program for children in sixth grades (and older) is now open! CLICK HERE to register. Our first meeting for parents and young people is on Sunday, Sept. 13.
Stay up-to-date with Children's Ministry news by reaching out to be added to our email list; contact Laura Padgett, Director of Children's Ministries, by CLICKING HERE.
Children's Music Ministry 2026-2027
- Wesley Ringers Handbells (4th-12th Grades)
Thursdays, 4:00 – 5:00 pm; Ringers may arrive as early as 3:30 pm (Begins Aug. 20)
With Directors Dana Davis & Lynn Beebe
REGISTER NOW - Joy Choir (PreK-1st Grade)
Wednesdays, 4:00 – 5:00 pm (Begins Aug. 26)
With Directors Gwen Stevens,
Teresa Edwards, & James Edwards
REGISTER NOW - Children’s Choirs of BUMC (2nd-6th Grades)
Wednesdays, 4:00 – 5:00 pm (Begins Aug. 26)
With Dana Davis, Director, & JoAnna Fonville, Assistant
REGISTER NOW - Youth Choir
Sundays, 3:30-4:30 pm (Begins Aug. 23)
With Directors Kathy Butler & Michaele Haas
REGISTER NOW
For questions for Dana Davis, Director of Music and the Arts, CLICK HERE.
Youth Ministry 2026-2027
At Boone Youth Group (BYG), everyone is welcome! It is a home for all to feel like they belong. Following are the gatherings and studies of BYG:
- Small Group & Worship for Boone Youth happens weekly on Sundays, 5:00-7:30 pm, beginning with dinner and games. Small groups are divided by grade and gender.
- During the school year, Middle School Bible Studies meet weekly on Wednesdays in the Youth Loft with snacks and games, 2:45-4:00 pm.*
- High School Bible Studies gather on Wednesdays, 7:00-8:00 am, for breakfast and time in the Lord in the Family Life Center.*
- Youth Sunday Schools meet on Sundays at 9:45 am. Grades 7-12 meet in the Youth Loft for snacks and hangout. At 10:00 am, Grades 7-8 and Grades 9-12 split into separate teaching lessons.
- Winter Weekend is an annual retreat each February.
- Seasonal trips and gatherings are planned throughout the year, including summer.
*Inclement weather and holidays may alter schedules.
For more information, CLICK HERE.
For questions for Ben Fitzgerald, Director of Youth Ministries, CLICK HERE.
Afterschool Bilingual Program 2026-2027
Boone UMC’s Afterschool Bilingual Program, whose mission is to provide a safe, loving, and nurturing environment for 3rd-8th grade students after their school day ends, is looking for people to share their skills and hobbies with our students. Are you an artist? A musician? A coach or instructor of a sport? Are you willing to help young people learn for just one hour a week? You could make a significant different in the life of a young person. Contact our program director to share your talent! CLICK HERE to learn more about our Afterschool Bilingual Program or enroll your student.
College Ministry 2026-2027
- College Sunday Pre-Game meets weekly in Room 204 during the Sunday School hour, 9:45-10:40 am.
- Worship Nights meet monthly in the Chapel on Thursday nights. Watch for more information soon!
To contact Pastor Vern Collins about our College Ministry, CLICK HERE.
Adult Study Opportunities Fall 2026
We have a number of ongoing and seasonal book and Bible studies and small groups for adults to deepen their knowledge and understanding of their faith. To learn more, CLICK HERE.
Adult Sunday School Classes
Adult Sunday School classes are open for all age groups, with something for everyone. Classes meet at 9:45 am every Sunday, and guests are always welcome. The classes vary in format and size, so you are sure to find a class that meets your needs.
CLICK HERE for a full list of classes.
Adult Music Ministry 2026-2027
Chancel Choir
This adult choir leads worship during the 11:00 am Sanctuary Worship service each week. Rehearsals are on Wednesday evenings in the Choir Room beginning in the fall. The Chancel Choir, directed by Dana Davis, is non-auditioned and previous choir experience is encouraged, but not required. New members are welcome and invited to join us! Join us as we embark on some new adventures in choral singing this year!
NEXSEN RINGERS – A Community Handbell Choir
The NEXSEN RINGERS are a group of musicians from all ages, walks of life and religious backgrounds. They come together to share their unique love of handbells across all musical genres with the High Country. This group performs throughout the year during worship services as well as concerts for the community. Skills are sharpened by attending local festivals and through guest clinician workshops. This is an auditioned group and ringers must have experience. Directed by Dana Davis, this group meets once a week.
For more information, contact Dana Davis, Director of The Worship and The Arts.
Retired Friends
Retired Friends, a ministry of Boone UMC, brings together men and women of retirement age for Food, Fellowship, and Fun on a quarterly basis. Watch for updates, plan to join us, invite a friend, and help spread the word for our lunches each fall, winter, spring, and summer! Our next gathering is Sept, 9 in the Family Life Center!
CLICK HERE for more information and to RSVP.