St. John’s strives to be a place where youth in 6th-12th grades can grow in faith with friends under the guidance of awesome faithful mentors. We aim to have fun and care for one another while learning to live Christian lives together.
Thursdays noon-2:00 a small group of volunteers helps stock shelves at the CAC Food Shelf. Sign up here. Questions? Contact Kristin.
When: Thursday, June 20, 2024
Who: Grades 6-12, Friends are always welcome!
Where: Feed My Starving Children, Eagan
Time: 3:45-8:15
When: Wednesday, July 24, 2024
Who: Grades 6-12, Friends are always welcome!
Where: Apple Valley Aquatic Center
Time: Evening – TBA
When: Wednesday, August 21, 2024
What: Romans & Christians
Who: Grades 6-12, Friends are always welcome!
Where: St. John’s Lutheran Church
Time: Evening – TBA
Contact Kristin for more details!
Middle and high school students will travel July 6-12 to Wisconsin for a canoeing and camping adventure on the Brule and Flambeau Rivers. Details about each trip can be found at the links below.
Wednesdays, September-May, 6:15-7:30 pm
6th-8th Grade – in Fellowship Hall
Large group teaching of the story of scripture through curriculum led by the pastors and staff, followed by smaller group discussion time, guided by faith-filled adults.
J-Term Collaborative Confirmation
January is a chance for the ELCA youth in Northfield to come together and explore a variety of topics through the lens of faith.
Sundays, September-May, 9:45-10:30 am in the Youth Room
On Sunday mornings, during the school year, middle school and high school youth gather together to talk about their week, explore faith questions, and connect with each other. And, of course, there are delicious treats!
Each summer our youth take a trip together. This past summer, both the high school and middle school youth from St. John’s, St. Peter’s, and First UCC traveled jointly to Nashville, TN in June.
During the school year, we often find ourselves playing night games at church, serving at places like Feed My Starving Children, The Key and Food Shelter, and having adventures like sledding, tubing, and canoeing day trips. Check the online church calendar for upcoming events!
Wednesdays, September-May, 6:15-7:30 pm in the Youth Room
High School youth meet to connect with each other and explore what it means to live a life rooted in Christ. Each week will alternate between a combination of interest-driven faith discussions (guided by faith-filled young adult and parent volunteers, engagement in service projects, a “burning questions” time with the pastors, and a casual hangout time to foster friendships with one another.
NOTE: 9th-grade youth are expected to attend this group as part of the Confirmation curriculum.
Sundays, September-May, 9:45-10:30 am in the Youth Room
On Sunday mornings, during the school year, middle school and high school youth gather together to talk about their week, explore faith questions, and connect with each other. And, of course, there are delicious treats!
Each student in 9th grade is paired with an adult mentor from the congregation to walk with them in exploring their faith and connecting it to everyday life.
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Each summer our high school group and middle school group take a trip together. This past June, both the high school and middle school youth from St. John’s, St. Peter’s, and First UCC jointly traveled to Nashville, TN.
In the fall of their 10th grade year, families, mentors, and the congregation celebrate with students as they affirm their baptism (the celebration that is often called Confirmation)
