Upcoming events.
Hanging of the Greens
Come help Anona get in the Holiday Spirit with our Annual Hanging of the Greens! This is a church tradition of getting together to decorate for Christmas and we would love to celebrate ringing in the season together!
5:30-7:30PM - meet in the Worship Center, we will split up and decorate the different worship areas, decorate Christmas trees, etc. All-ages are invited, there's a job for everyone!
We will provide the pizza and hot cocoa!
All-Ages Advent Study
Everyone is invited to join us for dinner, connectional time, and age-specific studies this Advent Season. We’ll start the evening with an optional, open-house style dinner all together before we split up into our separate Bible Studies. Kids, youth and adults will split up to study the story of Jesus' birth and celebrate Christmas together. This is a really special time to be together and get in the Christmas Spirit.
Change 4 Change Volunteering
Change 4 Change Ministry
Middle & High School Volunteering
What it is: Change 4 Change is a ministry created and run by middle and high school students for over a decade. Every second Sunday of the month (some months are different), our students collect any spare change from congregation members before and after our worship services. Students get to be a part of deciding where the money collected should go to give back to our community!
How to get involved: We have two big ways students can get involved in this mission: (1) sign up to volunteer on collection Sundays and help collect and count change; (2) sign up to be a student-representative at the monthly Missions Meetings to be a voice in making decisions with the team.
Participating in fun events: Throughout the year, we will have fun missional events that utilizes their collections. For example, this December we will be hosting Change 4 Change's annual HEAT Christmas Shopping event! In order to participate in this event, students must volunteer at least 4 times between now and December. If you participate in both Sunday collection shifts during a morning, we'll count that as volunteering 2 times! Click the button below to sign up!
Please feel free to reach out if you'd like to learn more or have any questions!
Rock the Universe 2025
ROCK THE UNIVERSE 3-DAY TRIP
ROCK, RIDE AND REJOICE.
Raise Your Hands. Raise Your Voice. Raise Your Spirit.
Rock the Universe is back for an unforgettable weekend of faith and fun. Experience two nights of powerful tunes from Christian Music’s brightest stars and mind-blowing rides at Universal Studios Florida—plus a visit to Universal’s Islands of Adventure on Saturday.
Lift your hands and let your heart soar with amazing artists including Brandon Lake, Matthew West, Rend Collective, Forrest Frank, Bethel Music and more!
Registration & Scholarship Application Deadline: Monday, December 16th, 2024
Payment Deadline: Monday, January 6th, 2025
WHEN: JANUARY 24th-26th, 2025
WHERE: UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT
PRICE: $265*
*Scholarships are available. More information here. Scholarship Application due December 16th, 2024.
Change 4 Change Volunteering
Change 4 Change Ministry
Middle & High School Volunteering
What it is: Change 4 Change is a ministry created and run by middle and high school students for over a decade. Every second Sunday of the month (some months are different), our students collect any spare change from congregation members before and after our worship services. Students get to be a part of deciding where the money collected should go to give back to our community!
How to get involved: We have two big ways students can get involved in this mission: (1) sign up to volunteer on collection Sundays and help collect and count change; (2) sign up to be a student-representative at the monthly Missions Meetings to be a voice in making decisions with the team.
Participating in fun events: Throughout the year, we will have fun missional events that utilizes their collections. For example, this December we will be hosting Change 4 Change's annual HEAT Christmas Shopping event! In order to participate in this event, students must volunteer at least 4 times between now and December. If you participate in both Sunday collection shifts during a morning, we'll count that as volunteering 2 times! Click the button below to sign up!
Please feel free to reach out if you'd like to learn more or have any questions!
Koinonia Retreat
Koinonia Fall Retreat
All 6th-12th grade students are invited to an unforgettable weekend experience at Warren Willis Camp for their fall retreat, Koinonia! Students will have the opportunity to deepen their faith, build community, and enjoy camp favorites like color wars, inflatables, sticker exchanges, small groups, free time, and new surprises. The weekend will consist of four main worship sessions that are uniquely focused on our need for community, forming bonds, facing challenges, and building bridges when it comes to our faith. This is a can’t-miss event and we hope to see your student join us!
We know that trying something new can be intimidating. If you have any questions about Koinonia Retreat, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our Youth Director, Megan Trunzo, by email or phone (x300)!
When: November 8th-10th, 2024
Where: Warren Willis Camp - Fruitland Park, FL
Cost: $165
DEADLINES:
Registration closes Monday, October 14th.
Scholarship Applications are due Monday, October 14th.*
Final Payment due by Monday, October 28th.
*We understand that trips can be a big cost for any family to afford. We have scholarships available for any reason to any family. Click here for more information on how to apply.
Change 4 Change Volunteering
Change 4 Change Ministry
Middle & High School Volunteering
What it is: Change 4 Change is a ministry created and run by middle and high school students for over a decade. Every second Sunday of the month (some months are different), our students collect any spare change from congregation members before and after our worship services. Students get to be a part of deciding where the money collected should go to give back to our community!
How to get involved: We have two big ways students can get involved in this mission: (1) sign up to volunteer on collection Sundays and help collect and count change; (2) sign up to be a student-representative at the monthly Missions Meetings to be a voice in making decisions with the team.
Participating in fun events: Throughout the year, we will have fun missional events that utilizes their collections. For example, this December we will be hosting Change 4 Change's annual HEAT Christmas Shopping event! In order to participate in this event, students must volunteer at least 4 times between now and December. If you participate in both Sunday collection shifts during a morning, we'll count that as volunteering 2 times! Click the button below to sign up!
Please feel free to reach out if you'd like to learn more or have any questions!
Sunday Funday
You're invited to join us at 10:30 AM in Wesley Hall for a wonderful all-church community gathering! Come and serve with our Pack-A-Sack program, enjoy our playground, and share a meal with us. It's a perfect opportunity to spend quality time with our Anona community, connect with others, and make a difference together. We can't wait to see you there!
Change 4 Change Volunteering
Change 4 Change Ministry
Middle & High School Volunteering
What it is: Change 4 Change is a ministry created and run by middle and high school students for over a decade. Every second Sunday of the month (some months are different), our students collect any spare change from congregation members before and after our worship services. Students get to be a part of deciding where the money collected should go to give back to our community!
How to get involved: We have two big ways students can get involved in this mission: (1) sign up to volunteer on collection Sundays and help collect and count change; (2) sign up to be a student-representative at the monthly Missions Meetings to be a voice in making decisions with the team.
Participating in fun events: Throughout the year, we will have fun missional events that utilizes their collections. For example, this December we will be hosting Change 4 Change's annual HEAT Christmas Shopping event! In order to participate in this event, students must volunteer at least 4 times between now and December. If you participate in both Sunday collection shifts during a morning, we'll count that as volunteering 2 times! Click the button below to sign up!
Please feel free to reach out if you'd like to learn more or have any questions!
Lock-in + Celebration Station - Summer Shenanigan!
Summer Shenanigans Event
Lock-in & Celebration Station
There’s no better way to end the summer than with friends and a WHOLE night of fun! We're inviting all 6th-12th grade students for an evening packed with fun, games, and unforgettable memories. This year’s special outing is at Celebration Station! This includes pizza & drinks unlimited go-karts, bumper boats, laser tag, eurobungy plus $25 to spend at their arcade and batting cages! Expect tons of activities, snacks, and the chance to hang out with friends all night long. Don't miss this end-of-summer bash—it's going to be a blast!
Friday, August 2nd @ 6:30pm - Saturday, August 3rd @ 8:30am
Cost: $30
Christmas in July!
You are invited to bring in high protein, nonperishable food for Hope Villages food bank all month long. Our red bags will be available to pick up Sunday mornings!
We will end the month with a big fun celebration Friday 5.30pm to 7.30pm July 26th, Pizza, hot chocolate, frozen chocolate, lots of reindeer games for all ages. Let’s work together to stop Summer hunger for kids by filling the food bank!
Dessert Bingo - Summer Shenanigan!
Summer Shenanigans Event
DESSERT BINGO
We’re partnering with other UMC youth groups again! We’re excited to join St. Paul, Heritage, Pasadena and other youth groups for a night of dessert, bingo and new friends! We’ll be heading over to Pasadena Community Church for our chance to win some prizes and make great memories.
**TIME CHANGED 4-7:45PM
Sunday, July 21st @ 4:00-7:45pm*
Cost: bring a dessert!
Broom Ball - Summer Shenanigan!
Summer Shenanigans Event
BROOM BALL
Broom ball is one of Anona Youth’s summer favorites! Invite your friends to slip and slide around the ice while playing the classic game of broom ball. Broom Ball is a mix between soccer and hockey!
Close-toed shoes is required!
Friday, July 12th @ 7:45-11:00pm
Cost: $16
Christmas in July Food Drive
You are invited to bring in high protein, nonperishable food for Hope Villages food bank all month long. Our red bags will be available to pick up Sunday mornings!
Bring your red bag back at any time full of nonperishable food for Hope Villages food bank.
If you’d like to return it on July 26 and join us join us for our Christmas in July party, click here for more information.
Beach Sunset + Dinner - Summer Shenanigan!
Summer Shenanigans Event
BEACH SUNSET + DINNER
It’s not a summer shenanigan without the beach?! Join us for an unforgettable evening as we play in the water, watch the sunset, and enjoy delicious food. It’s the perfect opportunity to connect with friends and enjoy God’s creation!
Friday, June 28th @ 5:30-9:00pm
Cost: $5
Glow Bowling
Summer Shenanigans Event
GLOW BOWLING
Join us for a night of fun at Liberty Lanes Bowling Alley! We’re inviting all middle and high school students to experience the excitement of bowling the night away under Galactic lights with your friends! Whether you’re a seasoned bowler or just looking for a night of fun with friends, this event is for you! We’ll meet at Anona UMC to check-in.
Friday, June 21st @ 8:15-11:30pm
Cost: $17
Summer Youth Group Schedule
SUMMER YOUTH GROUP SCHEDULE
This summer we’re focusing on gathering for community and fellowship time! On Sundays during the summer, we’ll be meeting 6-8pm (no dinner) for games, hanging out, and a fun activity / surprise every youth group! See below for Sunday Night Dates:
Sundays, 6-8pm
June 2nd
June 23rd
June 30th
July 7th
July 28th
Somewhere in the Middle
It's that special time of year when our 5th graders embark on their journey into middle school and the youth group! Be sure to join us on the second Sunday of every month throughout 2023. We'll gather during Anona Kids from 9:30 to 10:30 am and stay for exciting activities until 11 am. Get to know Megan Trunzo, our Youth Director, and connect with fellow families of 5th graders!
Somewhere in the Middle
It's that time of the year when our 5th graders start preparing for their move into middle school and youth group! Come and join us every second Sunday of the month throughout 2023. We'll be gathering during Anona Kids from 9:30 to 10:30 am, followed by enjoyable activities until 11 am. It's a great opportunity to meet Megan Trunzo, our Youth Director, and bond with other 5th-grade families!
Somewhere in the Middle
Our 5th graders are gearing up for their transition to middle school and the youth group! Mark your calendars for the second Sunday of each month in 2023. We'll convene during Anona Kids from 9:30 to 10:30 am and extend the fun with activities until 11 am. This is your chance to acquaint yourself with Megan Trunzo, our Youth Director, and build connections with other families of 5th graders!