Children + Youth News

Children's Ministry

Backpack Blessing

Bring your backpack to church on Sunday August 16th for a special blessing as we celebrate the beginning of a new school year! ALL ages are welcome!

Sunday School

Save the date! Our Sunday School Kick Off will be Sunday September 13th! We can't wait to see you soon!

Wednesday Night Programming

Save the date! Wednesday night programming will begin Wednesday September 16th. 

Please click here for the Children's Ministry Program Registration Form! Please fill it out by August 31. This helps Becky and Kelsey plan for the school year and know who to expect when!

Junior High

Summer Trip to Minneapolis

Thank you to everyone who supported our "Gas to Go" gas can for our 2026 Junior High Road Trip to the Twin Cities! We had a GREAT time together serving at Global Health Ministries, exploring Mall of America, and doing some rainy day activities together. We are looking forward to next summer's road trip already!

Acolyte Schedule

Here is the August acolyte schedule:
August 2: Alice H.
August 9: Christopher P
August 16: Sienna G.
August 23: Flynn F.
August 30: Geno R.

Confirmation Parent Meeting

Parents, you will meet with Pastor Heather following worship on Sunday September 13th to talk about Confirmation programming and expectations. Please do your best to be there!

Confirmation Begins

Save the date! Confirmation will begin on Wednesday September 16th.

High School

Nebraska Synod Journey

Thank you to everyone who supported ANY high school youth fundraisers this last year. We spent a week in Pittsburgh with over 130 other high school youth from across Nebraska, serving, learning, and working alongside God's people in Pittsburgh. It was a meaningful week, and we are grateful for the opportunity!

Youth Group

Save the date! Youth Group will begin again on Wednesday September 16th. Can't wait to see you soon!

Fall Craft Fair

Mark your calendars! Our Fall Craft Fair will be Saturday November 14th from 9a-3p. This is a fundraiser for the youth fund, so please plan to be there to help! More information will be coming in the next month or two!

Save the Date - Summer Trip 2027!

The 2027 ELCA Youth Gathering will take place June 27-July 2. We will be headed to Minneapolis, MN for a week of worship, learning, service, and so much fun! ELCA Youth Gatherings are mountaintop faith experiences and we can't wait for the summer of 2027! This trip will be for 8th graders-seniors of the 26-27 school year.