Youth & Families
Upcoming Events
Sunday School/Wednesday School
Volunteer Teacher Training –
Sunday, September 13th and Wednesday, September 16
Rally Sunday - September 13
Rally Wednesday - September 16
Wednesday School and
Parent/Youth Confirmation Orientation
Sunday, September 20
First Day of Sunday School
Wednesday, September 23
First Day of Wed School and Confirmation Classes
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Student Registration:
- Register here by scanning the QR Code
or complete a paper copy of the registration form.
- Paper Copies are available at the reception desk.
A NEW WEDNESDAY RHYTHM: ROOTED IN FAITH, GROWING TOGETHER
First Lutheran Church has many opportunities for children to get involved in the church. From Sunday School to Confirmation to youth events, there is something for all children and families!
One of the most exciting opportunities this fall is the launch of a Wednesday evening rhythm designed to place worship, relationships, and faith formation at the center of our lives together
Starting on Rally Wednesday, September 16, the Church gathers each week for:
5:30 PM — Community Meal (For All Ages)
6:00 PM — Midweek Worship (For All Ages)
6:50 PM — Church School & Confirmation
7:30 PM — Youth Group
First Lutheran believes faith is formed through worship, community, service, and relationships. That's why this new schedule is intentionally built around a simple conviction:
Worship is the center from which everything else flows.
Each Wednesday begins with a shared meal where children, youth, parents, grandparents, and members of every generation can gather around the table, build relationships, and experience the gift of Christian community. After the meal is worship, where all will hear God's Word, pray together, remember our baptisms, and receive God's grace.
This worship service is not just for families with children. It is for the entire congregation. Whether you are six or ninety-six, lifelong Lutheran or new to First Lutheran, Wednesday worship is a mid-week opportunity to gather around Christ.
A Renewed Vision for Confirmation
This same vision is shaping our confirmation ministry.
For over 120 years, First Lutheran has helped young people grow in faith. The church is building on the future and that same tradition with a renewed emphasis on worship, relationships, service, and baptismal identity.
At First Lutheran, confirmation is not a graduation from church or a finish line for faith. Confirmation is a deeper step into the promises God has already made in baptism and a growing participation in the life and mission of Christ's church.
Students will gather weekly for worship, pastoral teaching, small-group discussion, service and mentoring. They will learn Scripture, the Small Catechism, Lutheran theology and what it means to follow Jesus in everyday life. Just as importantly, they will learn by doing.
Students will actively participate in worship leadership through reading Scripture, serving as ushers and greeters, assisting with communion, helping with technology and music, participating in service projects, and serving alongside adults throughout the congregation. Research consistently confirms what the church has long known: faith grows through meaningful relationships. Young people develop lasting faith when they are known, encouraged, prayed for, and supported by caring Christian adults.
Because of that conviction, this year will also serve as an important transition.
Current 9th and 10th grade students will be confirmed together in the spring of 2027, honoring the work they have completed while creating a clear path forward for future classes.
In 2027, 9th grade will become a year of preparation for Affirmation of Baptism, while 10th grade will become a mentor year focused on leadership, service, vocation, and helping guide younger students in faith.
This reflects a deep Lutheran conviction:
Affirmation of Baptism is not the end of faith formation - it is a milestone within a lifelong journey of discipleship.
A Call for Confirmation Guides and Mentors
This vision can only thrive and grow alongside caring adults.
Prayerfully consider the effect you can have as a Confirmation Guide, Mentor, and or a Wednesday evening volunteer, willing to walk alongside students. You do not need a theology degree or have all the answers. The need is simple. Adults willing to listen, encourage, ask good questions, share their faith, and remind young people of God's promises.
Many can name a Sunday school teacher, youth leader, choir director, grandparent, or faithful church member who helped shape our faith. Now is your opportunity to be that person for the next generation.
If you feel called to serve as a guide, mentor, small-group leader, worship coach, kitchen volunteer, or Wednesday helper, I would love to visit with you.
Join Us
Parents and students are invited to attend Confirmation Orientation Night on Wednesday, September 16, to launch this exciting new season together.
The Church truly believes this new Wednesday rhythm has great potential to strengthen the entire congregation. Through meals, worship, learning, mentoring, service, and relationships, the Church is creating opportunities for all generations to grow together as disciples of Jesus Christ.
The hope is simple:
That every child, youth, and adult will know they are claimed by God in baptism belong to Christ, have gifts to share, and have a place within the life and mission of First Lutheran Church.
The Church can't wait to begin this journey together.
Pastor Stephen
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Upcoming Events
Sunday School/Wednesday School
Volunteer Teacher Training –
Date to Be Determined
Rally Sunday - September 13
More info coming soon!
Rally Wednesday - September 16
Wednesday School and
Parent/Youth Confirmation Orientation
Sunday, September 20
First Day of Sunday School
Wednesday, September 23
First Day of Wed School and Confirmation Classes
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Stay Connected
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Join the Facebook group! FLC Youth Facebook Group
- Take a look at the youth bulletin board in the church!
- More information on our new Church app coming Soon!
- Call the office at 701-572-6363