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Grades 6-12

Our Impact Statement for Children, Youth, and Family MInistry
Faith Formation at First English Lutheran Church is an engaging place where we teach, model and nurture relationships across generations while forming faith in Jesus Christ.


Good to Know Information

Wednesdsay Nights, September 12-May 4 2022
6th-9th graders will dive into topics about Faith in Life with a Lutheran lens. 
What:              YOUTH LEAD TEAM
When:             Sunday, May 15, 4:00-6:00 pm
Who:               Youth in grades 6-12, 2021-2022 school year
How:               Register here with your Subway sandwich order and parent permission by Wednesday, May 11
 
Why Youth Lead? In this small group ministry, youth explore faith through service, discussion, and fun. Youth also learn leadership and communication skills which help them be a resource to peers who may have questions about faith and life.  Youth and adult leaders interested in participating or learning more about this ministry are invited to join us Sunday, May 15 from 4:00-6:00 pm. 
 
How do youth benefit from this experience? The Youth Lead ministry:

  • Gives youth space to dig deeper into who they are and who God might have created them to be.
  • Provides space to get to know others and explore their faith in a small group at FELC.
  • Provides an opportunity to lead and serve in our church, community, and world.
  • Generates ideas for fundraisers, service events, and fun nights for grades 6-12.
  • Commits to being part of a group that meets 1X/month
 
Adult leaders are also needed to work with Kris for this ministry. 

Summer with FELC Youth
Mentor Nights
Mentors and youth meet the first Wednesday each month, from 6:30-8:00 pm. Mentors and youth build relationships which accompany the youth in faith and life. 
6th Grade, Connections: Discussion will explore the foundation of our faith. Youth will connect and build relationships in small groups, take part in a mentor program, and learn about being an “everyday Samaritan”.

7-9th, Confirmation: Youth will discuss how our faith is present and impacts our daily life. What does the Lutheran church teach about being a Sinner and Saint? How are we to love our neighbor, be stewards, and live in an inter-faith world? What does it mean that Jesus died on the cross? How do we connect with God through prayer? How are we called to live our faith active in love? So many questions!

Format 
Please note the schedule changes for this year. We are starting with a meal, eaten with our small group. Pizza and a beverage will be provided for everyone.  This format addresses the busy schedules which can prevent youth from eating meals before they arrive. It also allows more time with small and large groups, as well as gathering for worship. Wednesday night ministries begin at 6:30 pm and end at 8:00 pm, when worship concludes. The evening
format is:
· 6:15-6:30 pm     Pizza and beverages are served.
· 6:30-6:45 pm     Opening discussion with pizza/beverages  in                                  small groups.
· 6:45-7:25 pm     Large group lesson, small group response,                                      discussion, and activities.
· 7:30-8:00 pm    Worship  -  All are welcome to gather with us!

Contact Us:
First English Lutheran Church
Kris Kincaid, Director of Children, Youth and Family Ministries
felcykris@gmail.com
511 Belle St West
Cannon Falls MN
P: 507-263-3042
Church Office: firstenglishchurchcf@gmail.com
Worship:  Sundays at 9:00 a.m.