Middle and high school youth groups
We work to develop our youth into mature leaders for the mission of Jesus. Our vision for Youth Ministry is to create a safe place for youth to grow in their faith in Jesus. Our youth love one another and develop a community that is both closely knit and welcoming. Through relational lunches once a month, retreats, and leadership training we create fully committed followers of Jesus.
Upcoming Youth events
December
8: Middle School Pizza and Game Night, 4:30-7 p.m. Grades 6 – 8
18: Middle School Christmas Party, 7:45 – 8:30 p.m. Grades 6 – 8
20: High School Christmas Party, 5-9 p.m. Grades 9 – 12
Middle school
See the top of this page for all the exciting events we have on the calendar this month!
Our 6th-9th graders meet alongside our 9:30 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship for Faith Formation in the Peel House Youth Center. Each week they discuss the worship texts in ways that are relatable to everyday life.
We
have Confirmation class for 8th and 9th graders taught by Michaela
Eskew, our Minister of Faith Formation. It meets on Wednesdays from
7 to 8:15 p.m. Click here for more information.
Middle School Youth Group (5th-7th grade) runs weekly on Wednesday Nights from 7:30 - 8:15 p.m. in the Peel House. Youth Group includes worship and then some small group discussion with yummy snacks!
Our middle school youth also have the opportunity to be part of the KICK Team (Kids In Christ Helping Kids.) The KICK team helps in the ministry of Preschool and K-5 age group kids. KICK Team Training is held the first Wednesday of June every summer.
Our 6th graders are invited to help in worship. Acolyte Training is on September 22nd.
Our 7th graders are learning about their Lutheran beliefs and history on Wednesday Nights. We recognize this milestone by giving them The Lutheran Handbook at Wednesday Night LIGHT on August 28th.
High School Youth Group
See the top of this page for all the exciting events we have on the calendar this month!
Our 9th-12th graders are encouraged to worship at the 10:15 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service in the Worship Center on Sunday mornings. Our Youth Minister, Colton Laptad, plays bass for the worship band!
On Wednesday Nights, the 10th-12th graders have a small group from 7:30-8:15 p.m. after Wednesday Night LIGHT worship that allows the youth to share how their week is going and to connect the sermon to what's going on in their life.
High School students have the opportunity to be part of the KICK Team (Kids In Christ Helping Kids.) The KICK team helps in the ministry of Preschool and K-5 age group kids. KICK Team training is held on the first Wednesday of June every Summer.
High School students can also serve as Sunday School Shepherds and assist in teaching the faith to our children during Sunday School. Shepherds are encouraged to participate weekly in worship.
Our High Schoolers are given many new responsibilities as they grow in the program.
After they are confirmed in the Spring of their 9th grade year, they become full adult members of the church.
They are invited to vote at the Annual Meetings and begin tithing in their 10th grade year.
Our 11th graders are invited to help plan the confirmation camp for our rising 8th and 9th graders in the summer.
Our Seniors are recognized each spring for their achievement of graduating High School. This year's recognition will be on May 18th.
High School Bell Choir is called the Celebration Ringers and they meet weekly for practice and perform often in our community.
summer youth trips
Each summer we offer a High School trip out of state. This trip helps our youth to grow in faith, serve the community and deepen their friendships.
Middle School Summer Service Trip
We will be heading to La Puente to do some service work. For more information, see their website.
Trip Dates: July 8-10, 2025
Current 6th-8th graders
Cost: $100
High School Summer Trip
We are going to... Kansas City, MO!
Trip Dates: June 16-21, 2025
Current 9th-12th graders
Cost: $150
