Youth

We strive to create an environment that is physically and emotionally safe where youth feel comfortable asking questions and seeking guidance and support.

We seek to live as a community of faith in which everyone feels welcome.

We live with contagious excitement about our faith that draws others to become a part of our church family.

We explore the many gifts God has given us and we share them with one another.

We worship and serve God as part of a larger Christian community both as Presbyterians and as followers of Jesus Christ.

Janet White grew up near Seattle, Washington. She graduated from Washington State University, GO COUGS! (and the University of Washington School of Medicine.) She practices pediatrics in Mt. Pleasant, where she lives with her husband John Sr. and kids (John Jr., William, and Susan). Janet is happy to live in South Carolina where the sun shines more than it rains!

She has been a member of First (Scots) since the 90’s. She was a youth advisor before she got married, and is thrilled to be back now that her kids are all active in the Youth Program. Her favorite part of youth ministry is the retreats. Janet enjoys walking, shopping, visiting family in Washington State, and hanging out with friends.

Ashley Nutley and her husband, Bob, moved to Charleston sixteen years ago, with their three now young adult children: Alex, Katie, and Jack. Ashley is a partner with the law firm of Moore & Van Allen and has been a member of First (Scots) for six years. She has enjoyed being a part of the Covenant Sunday School Class and Town & Country Koinonia, and currently serves on the World Missions Committee. She enjoys working with the youth group because it keeps her young(er) now that all her kids are away in college! Otherwise, when she is not at work, she spends her time reading or traveling.

Clarissa is excited for the opportunity to serve as a Middle School Youth Advisor again this year! She loves cooking, sports, and getting to know people. She met her husband, Greg, while at Clemson and they have been members of First Scots for more than 20 years. They have a daughter, Mattie, who is a Junior at Clemson studying Travel and Tourism. She grew up at First Scots and loved every minute of her time in our church’s youth program and still talks about all of the wonderful experiences our church offers to our youth. Her son Hewitt is in 7th grade and thus far, he has enjoyed his youth group experiences — even though things were interrupted/modified by the pandemic. He looks forward to participating in mission trips, youth conferences, and weekly youth activities and is eager for any opportunity to reconnect with his friends in youth group. They have a three year old Cavachon named Muffin who is adorable and sassy at the same time!

Hiral grew up in Anderson, SC, and moved to Charleston in 2015 for his undergraduate at College of Charleston. He is now at MUSC, obtaining a Master’s in Health Administration.

Hiral has been a member of First (Scots) since 2016. He is an active member of our church, serving as a deacon and usher. Hiral is looking forward to the middle school youth advisor role, and can’t wait to connect with our young friends. During his free time, Hiral enjoys to read, run, and connect with friends.

Hank Martin

Chris Bucknam

Confirmation at First (Scots) typically occurs during the youth’s eighth grade year. Older youth who have not joined the church as adults are encouraged to participate as well.

This program teaches the essentials of the faith and prepares each Confirmand to publicly profess faith in Jesus Christ and become an adult member of the church. This class is conducted by Dr. James Rogers and adult Confirmation Guides during the Sunday School hour from September through April. Service projects and retreats are also a part of the program. Classes are based on the Big God Big Questions: Confirmation for a Growing Faith curriculum by PC(USA), and the students have the opportunity to join the church on the first Sunday of May during the 11:15 a.m. worship service.

Confirmation Class and Event Schedule 2020-2021

From September until May the high school and middle school youth typically meet on Sunday nights from 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. for fellowship, service, study, and worship. During the summer youth events are typically during the week. For upcoming event dates, times, and locations, please check out our Weekly Youth Ministry Update or the Youth Group Schedule April – May 2021.

Guidelines for Resuming In Person Youth Group Activities

Worship is from 5:30-6:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary (53 Meeting Street) or via our Live Stream.

Church Supper is at 6:00 p.m.

Youth Ministry Weekly Email Update

Youth Ministry Instagram

Youth Group Schedule April – May 2021

Guidelines for Resuming In Person Youth Group Activities

Youth Permission Form

Youth Trips Online Registration