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.
Wednesdays, September-May, 6:15-7:30 pm
6th-8th Grade – Manna and Mercy, in Fellowship Hall
Large group teaching of the story of scripture through Manna and Mercy curriculum led by the pastors, followed by smaller group discussion time, guided by faith-filled adults.
Sundays, September-May, 9:45-10:30 am in the Youth Room
On Sunday mornings, during the school year, middle school youth gather together to talk about their week, explore faith questions, and connect with each other. And, of course, there are delicious treats!
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.
Each summer our middle school youth takes a trip together. This summer (June 19-24th) – Middle School youth went to Wisconsin for Amnicon camp. This was a “Heroes” trip this year, which means youth were involved in service projects while paddling down the Namekagon/St Croix Riverway. They enjoyed canoeing, swimming and playing while making stops to clean the sites and take care of nature.
During the school year, we often find ourselves playing night games at church, serving at places like Feed My Starving Children and Food Shelter, and having adventures like our annual canoe day trip. 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’s will alternate between a combination of interest-driven faith discussions (guided by a 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 (once-a-month), September-May
2:00-4:00pm at various locations
Gather with other Senior High students for a relaxing hangout with discussions and engaging activities.
Each summer our high school group takes a trip together. This summer (July 9th – 15th) high school youth were in Montana for Christikon Camp. They took a Mountaineers backpacking trip in the world’s most lovely country. They spend their first and last nights at the main camp. But the rest of the time was spent hiking through mountain wilderness. In the midst of the exhilaration of high country camping, they continued to search for God in their energy, endurance, backpacks, and sleeping bags
