St. John Youth Group
Youth Group News
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Youth Group Sunday Morning Bible Study
Bible Study is back in session for the school year! If you are in grades 9-12th please join us on Sunday's @ 10:20-11:30AM in the youth room. Snacks provided each week.
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YOUTH GROUP SCHEDULE
All youth in grades 6-12th are welcome to join and attend St. John's Youth Group:- Date are posted in the Church Bulletin and emailed home. To be included in the emails for youth group activities, please click here: (email)
Please join us for food, fellowship, games, activities, and devotional. As always, feel free to bring a friend to share God's message and fellowship!
Up Coming Youth Group Activities
Our activities will vary from month to month, but will usually include foolish games, along with some food to snack on, and time to strengthen our faith.
Remember to invite a friend to join in the fun activities.
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NATIONAL YOUTH GATHERING 2025 INFO.
The National Youth Gathering
New Orleans, LA
July 19 - 23, 2025
Every 3 years, our denomination, The Lutheran Church Missouri Synod (The LCMS) has a colossal gathering for youth and their leaders. It’s called the Youth Gathering. Clever, I know. The next one will be in July of 2025, and will take place in New Orleans. Students who just finished 8th grade to students who just finished their senior year of high school are able to be a part of this event (current 7th – 11th graders). It is the single largest gathering of people in our denomination every time it comes around.
The theme for the 2025 Youth Gathering is “ENDURE.” Over 20,000 youth and adults will join together in these activities: Serving – Diving into God’s Word – Hundreds of different sessions to learn from with Themes geared towards youth and leaders – Creative and active play – Of course, some amazing Cajun cuisine – Inspiring nights where everyone comes together at the Superdome – and Worship and communion.
This event provides the opportunity for youth and adults to come together as a community of God’s people to be encouraged in their walk with Jesus Christ and learn about the Christian faith and their Lutheran identity. This event is organized by LCMS Youth Ministry in Saint Louis, MO.
The Gathering is more than the five days of the event. The preparation process for the Gathering brings together young people and supportive adults to encourage each other in their baptismal identity. The Gathering provides young people a vision for the vastness of Christ’s Church and equips them for vocational service as they continue their walk with Jesus.
Who can attend?
The Gathering is open to all youth who will be entering high school as of the fall of 2025 and those who just graduated in 2025 from high school. Any student currently in 7th grade through 11th grade have the opportunity to attend the gathering.
Where is it located?
The Gathering rotates its location between major cities every 3 years. The 2025 Gathering will take place in New Orleans, LA. This will be 5th time that the Gathering will take place in New Orleans (’92, ’01, ’10, & ’16).
The City and the gathering team work well together at providing a safe and fun experience for all those in attendance.
How will we get there?
Depending on the number of youth from our congregation that sign up to attend we will either fly or take a bus to New Orleans. It is roughly an 18-hour trip by vehicle.
What does it cost?
The cost for the gathering ranges between $700-$1,200 before any fundraising takes place. However, we have been able to get cost down to between $200 - $500 depending on Fundraising efforts. We prefer cost not be a reason for someone not to attend. We will work with families to make this affordable for everyone.
When do I need to sign up by?
We are asking that interested youth to please sign up with a deposit of $150, by no later than Sunday, August 4th.
Can I as a Parent Attend?
Depending on the number of youth attending, we may need a few parental chaperones. If you are interested in attending, please let us know asap.
Where can I learn more about the National Youth Gathering?
Go to any of the following sites:
How do I sign-up to Attend?
Click here to register and make a downpayment of $125 online.
Watch the Videos Below to learn more
about the National Youth Gathering,
Junior Youth
(Grades 6-8)
All youth grades 6-8 are invited to become a part of the St. John Junior Youth Group. The Junior Youth Group plans monthly events, service opportunities, annual fun trips, and other fun service adventures.
Our activities will vary from month to month, but will usually include foolish games, along with some food to snack on, and time to strengthen our faith.
Check back frequently a schedule of activities that will be taking place throughout the year. Remember to invite a friend to join in the fun activities.
Junior High Youth Group Upcoming Activities:
- In Youth Group News Above.
Senior Youth
(Grades 9-12)
All youth grades 9-12 are invited to become a part of the St. John Senior Youth Group. The Senior Youth Group plans weekly events, monthly service opportunities, annual mission trips, and regular trips to the LCMS Youth Gathering every three years.
Our activities will vary from month to month, but will usually include foolish games, along with some food to snack on, and time to strengthen our faith.
Check back frequently a schedule of activities that will be taking place throughout the year. Remember to invite a friend to join in the fun activities.
High School Youth Group Upcoming Activities:
- In Youth Group News Above.