First Lutheran Church

Youth & Family

Ministry

Youth & Family Ministry exists not only for the youth in your family, but also the adults!

Sure many of our faith formation opportunities are for youth, from Confirmation on Wednesday nights to High School Ministry on Sunday nights. But we also exist to bring families into faith formation, through conversation starters to book studies.

See what we have for your youth and find opportunities for you as a parent/guardian to form your own faith as well!

Forms and Volunteer Opportunities

Check out the list below for upcoming events and sign-ups!

Welcome to our Youth & Family Ministry! We’re excited to invite you and your family to join us in a variety of events and activities designed to build faith, foster community, and create lasting memories. Whether it’s through service projects, fun outings, or meaningful worship experiences, there’s something for everyone to enjoy and grow together in faith. Our ministry is all about bringing families closer to each other and to God, and we can’t wait to have you be a part of our vibrant and welcoming community!

Camperships 2025

We invite your child to come along this summer for an exciting experience of living in Christian community with a camp counselor and other youth. The community of First Lutheran Church is committed to our children and youth attending camp, and so we offer Camperships for those attending a Christian camp this summer.
CAMPERSHIP FORM
Family Mentor Form

We are excited again to continue our Mentor Ministry with all of our Confirmation youth this Lent. Below you will find the important information which will need to be completed in the coming weeks.
1. Families ask First Lutheran Member to be a mentor for youth. (Optional)
2. Families fill out Parent/Guardian Affirmation with youth and mentor information and submit online by February 23. If you need a mentor, use the form below to let us know!
3. First Lutheran contacts mentors with information about the Mentor Ministry.
FAMILY MENTOR MINISTRY FORM
Join Us in Nurturing Spiritual Connections: Become a Confirmation Faith Mentor

At First Lutheran, the Growing Young study we explored last spring highlighted the importance of building authentic relationships across generations. In this spirit, we invite you to participate in the Confirmation Faith Mentors program during Lent—a season of reflection and growth. This meaningful opportunity allows adults to journey alongside our confirmation-aged youth, fostering deeper spiritual connections and embodying the values of intergenerational ministry identified in our study.
MENTOR MINISTRY FORM
Registration Form

Use the link above to register for the 2024/25 Children, Youth & Family Ministry year! You can add children of all ages on one registration form and help us plan for the fall!
Other Volunteers

Hey, vocalists! (Grades 6-12) Join the ECHO Worship Band for an incredible musical journey. Sign up now to be part of our inspiring team. We're seeking individuals with a passion for worship and a desire to connect with our congregation.
CLICK HERE

Consider becoming a Confirmation Youth Guide for our Confirmation Ministry this fall! We'll train you, encourage you and help you grow as a leader! ⁠
Wednesday Nights 6:30 pm -8:00 pm, dinner starts at 5:15 pm!
⁠Confirmation Ministry starts in September, let us know today if you'd like to join in this great leadership opportunity!
CLICK HERE

New Wednesday Schedule

We hope your whole family will join us for our new Wednesday Night Schedule, including a meal, children and youth faith formation, worship and adult ministries! See details below for more information!

Pre-K & Kindergarten faith formation, including music, has moved to Sunday mornings. Please register for more information. Register Here
Register Here

5-5:30 p.m.
Junior Choir
Grades 1-4
Choir Room—301 (REHEARSAL STARTS AUG. 28)

5:35-6:05 p.m.
Echo Kids Wednesday Evening Learning
Grades 1-4
Room 312
(STARTS SEPT. 11)

7:30—8 p.m.
Supervised Activity Time
Grades 1-4
Room 312
(STARTS SEPT. 11)
Register Here

5-5:30 p.m.
Youth Bells Grades 6-12
Bell Room—316
(REHEARSAL STARTS AUG. 28)

5:35-6:05 p.m.
Youth Choir
Grades 5-8
Choir Room—301
(REHEARSAL STARTS AUG. 28)

7:30—8 p.m.
The Bridge
Grade 5
Room 311
(STARTS SEPT. 11)

7:30—8 p.m.
Grade 6-12 Small Groups
Various Classrooms
(STARTS SEPT. 11)
5:15 p.m.—6:30 p.m.
Wednesday Evening Meal
Luther Fellowship Hall
Pizza, soup, salad
(STARTS SEPT. 11)

6:30 p.m.—7:30 p.m.
Echo Worship
Sanctuary
(STARTS SEPT. 11)
7:30 p.m. —8 p.m.
Open Adult Small Group
Chapel—Room 217
(STARTS SEPT. 11)

7:15 p.m. —8:30 p.m.
Adult Choir Choir
Room—301
(REHEARSAL STARTS AUG. 28)

Youth & Family Ministries at First Lutheran Church

Our Middle School Ministry includes our Confirmation Ministry! 6-8 Grade you are encouraged to explore the questions of faith they may have. Our belief for the process of Confirmation is for the youth to DISCOVER their own understanding of who God is, what Jesus did and how the Spirit is working through them still!

Wednesday Night Overview

5-5:30 p.m. Youth Bells (Optional)

Grades 6-12 Bell Room—316

5:35-6:05 p.m. Youth Choir (Optional)

Grades 5-8 Choir Room—301

5:15-6:30 p.m. Community Meal (Optional)

6:30-7:15 p.m. ECHO Worship

7:30-8 p.m. Grade 6-8 Small Groups
Various Classrooms

CHILDREN, YOUTH & FAMILY FALL REGISTRATION

what people are saying...

about Youth Ministry

"I enjoy seeing kids grow and seeing and hearing that ‘a-ha’ moment with kids when they experience something spiritually or faith fulfilling.” – Michele Formanek

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CAMP EWALU

Ministry Partner

Camp EWALU is a ministry partner with First Lutheran Church! We send campers during the summer to many of their programs and even have some young adults who are part of their summer staff! Click the picture to see what is available for your 6th-12th grader!