Ministry for
Kids, Teens & Tweens

Sunday school is meant to be an engaging activity where kids learn and grow into their true selves, not a stodgy class they resign themselves to attending. At the Urban Abbey, Sunday school involves play, scripture, art, songs, Yoga, and all kinds of stories. The curriculum is relevant to the world around us, so kids have a framework for modern life.

We make a safe space to nurture the seeds of resilience in each soul and give skills for centering, praying, reflecting, thinking and discerning — rather than rules to learn and scriptures to memorize. We celebrate and support each student and never limit imagination or possibilities. Curriculum invites empathy, compassion, and critical thinking.

Middle School and High School Folxs are welcome to explore the three C’s…Christinaity, Civic engagement and Crafts. Join us once a month to ask questions, wonder, think and work for social justice in this progressive and inclusive community. We will be working hard to grow and support our Youth Group this fall!

Questions? Contact Tori at info@theurbanabbey.org

Centering young voices and channeling their creativity into spoken word and poetry. We often have themes of social justice and political activism. This quarterly event allows all young people a chance to share their dreams, art, opinions, and more! Keep an eye out for our next Open Mic Night!

Youth Social Justice League

We invite all middle and high school students to join us in the work of social justice, civic engagement, and community care. Join us to make art, explore theater, volunteer, connect with elected officials, and more as we work to make positive change in our community!

Our YSJL also participated in a Youth Lobby Day in January 2025, and look forward to another Youth Lobby Day in 2026! A group of 20+ students and parents went to the Nebraska State Capitol where they met with senators, had a tour, saw the chambers, and wrote letters/postcards to their senators!

Once a year we invite 4th - 6th graders for an evening of education on puberty, healthy relationships, and self-care. We believe that young people understanding, caring for, and loving their bodies builds the bridge to happy, safe, and healthy futures! We partner with trained educators to provide an evening of fun games, interactive activities, and research-based learning. We hope you'll join us!

Once a year we gather folks who have started or are preparing to start their periods because we believe knowing your body, taking care of your body, and loving your body is important. We partner with trained health educators and teach young people about their menstrual cycles, period products, and self care. With fun games, interactive activities, and research-based learning as we explore the work of understanding and loving our bodies.