Noticed, Named, Known
This year, we’re exploring what it means to (really) belong
Hey 6-12th graders!
We are a collective of middle school and high school youth in Salem-Keizer
who are creating a space where we get to be our fullest selves together.
We’re straight and queer.
We’re neurotypical and neurodivergent.
We struggle with our mental health sometimes.
We’re agnostic, Christian, and honestly, not always sure some days.
We’re learning to love people like Jesus did. It’s beautiful. And hard.
We participate in our local church and we love gathering with new friends from lots of churches.
We’re trying to figure out who we are.
What is life about? What kind of person do I want to be? What matters most?
We know that we can’t do life alone
and it helps to have friends & adults we trust around us.
If this is a space you’re looking for, you’re welcome anytime. Truly.
We’re in this together.
Welcome to the Salem Youth Collective!
Fall/Winter/Spring 2025-2026
All gatherings at St. Paul’s Episcopal on Sundays from 12:30-2:30 pm unless otherwise noted.
September 21: Kick Off Event!
October 12: Noticed, Named, Known Lunch & Workshop
October 19: Pumpkin Patch
November 9: Theme - Noticed
November 16: Friendsgiving & Escape Room/Games
December 14: Theme - Named
December 21: Christmas Party
January 11: Theme - Known
January 18: Service Project with Family Promise
February 8: Superbowl Party
February 15: Theme - Relationships
March 8: Theme - Exploring community
March 15: Laser Tag
March 23-27: Spring Break Mission Trip
April 12: Guest Speaker TBD
April 19: Nature hike by river
May 17: Pentecost Party / Scavenger Hunt
August: Summer Camp