youth and young adults

Young people across Lutheran churches, schools and ministry communities are already using their gifts in many ways. From worship and youth ministry to camp leadership and international service, five young people share how their faith has grown and where they see God at work in their lives.

by Elijah Friebel

My grandparents met people at dances, stayed connected through letters and gathered at church as a social hub. Today, that dance-night excitement and letter-writing patience have been replaced by a phone in every pocket – often by age 11.

by Lisa Enever

Through a partnership between Victory Lutheran College and Wodonga Lutheran Parish in Wodonga, Victoria, students experienced prayer in fresh and engaging ways through an interactive prayer walk.

by Jessica Barnett

Supported by the LCA Local Mission Fund, St James Lutheran Church Hervey Bay’s JAM Kids is a flourishing ministry in which young people are growing in faith and discovering their gifts.

by Jill Lange-Mohr

Living Faith Lutheran Church Greater Geelong Vic is beginning a new chapter in youth ministry, building on the momentum of 21 students who were confirmed last year. The congregation is creating new opportunities to encourage young people in their faith.

by Lee Kroehn

What happens when a church and school choose to see one another not just as neighbours, but as partners in mission? In Brisbane, Our Saviour Lutheran Church Rochedale and Redeemer Lutheran College are seeing faith flourish in everyday relationships.