Youth

Faith Milestones

Milestone Ministry recognizes faith milestones in the life of Zion Lutheran members. These milestones always include faith events for parents + kids and special recognition during worship. Milestones include:

  • 6th-Graders are invited to join Faith Foundations and receive a blessing.
  • 7th-Graders are blessed as the Faith Foundations year begins.
  • 8th-Graders learn what it means to created in the image of God.
  • 9th-Graders are blessed as they begin one-on-one mentor meetings and receive a study Bible

  • 10th-Graders are confirmed on Reformation Sunday and receive prayer shawls during the Affirmation of Baptism rite.

  • 11th-Graders take a walk through the Psalms and talk about financial literacy.
  • 12th-Graders are recognized on their high school graduation.

Faith Foundations

Faith Foundations (our formal faith and learning programming) takes place through the 6th, 7th, 8th, and 9th grades.

    • 6th, 7th and 8th graders participate in weekly guided lessons during the school year focused on the Small Catechism, the Bible, and Lutheran Living on a three-year rotation.
    • 9th graders complete a year of community engagement, conversations with a faith mentor, and an independent faith capstone project. This is a creative, visual display that ties together what they have learned over their Faith Foundation years.

    • The Affirmation of Baptism rite is held on Reformation Sunday of the 10th grade year.

Upcoming Events

ELCA Youth Gathering

There will be a meeting on Sunday, September 20 at 11:00 AM in Saundra’s office for those interested in attending the ELCA Youth Gathering in Minneapolis next summer. We’ll talk about the current trip itinerary, changes in structure of the event that have been made, estimated cost, and fall fundraising options. Be sure to attend (even if you’re not ready to commit yet)! Registration for the ELCA Youth Gathering will open in November for students currently in 8th grade through seniors in high school.

For more information on the ELCA Youth Gathering, please click here.

MS & HS Faith Explorers

On Sunday mornings when there is no Faith and Fellowship, join MC Saundra and our adult volunteers in the youth room after worship for snacks, conversation, and discussion about the week’s lesson. Then stick around for some friendly competition with Mario Kart, foosball, Throw Throw Burritos, and more! This time is not required for confirmation—just come and join us on the weeks you’re able! We’d love to see you there!