There are several organizations that walk beside LCMS congregations, families and schools to to help form youth in the Christian faith.
Youth Ministry
YouthLead: Equipped and eager to share Christ
YouthLead (formerly Lutheran Youth Fellowship) helps teens develop leadership skills that they can use within their congregations and communities.
Join ‘Team Flex’ at this summer’s Youth Gathering
Team Flex volunteers serve across multiple areas of the Gathering, providing support wherever it is needed most.
Youth Gathering planning nears fruition
Gathering registration is open until May 29, with the rate increasing March 4.
Education leaders gather in Savannah
The group meets annually to discuss matters of interest and concern regarding Lutheran education and youth ministry.
LCMS receives grant for nurturing young faith in worship
>Lilly Endowment Inc. gives $750,000 to support the Synod’s efforts to help member congregations engage children in worship, prayer.
Youth Ministry receives grant
The grant will support a new program called “Practicing Healthy Youth Ministry,” which will begin by creating a network of 35–40 facilitators across the LCMS.
LCMS receives grant for healthy youth ministry
Lilly Endowment Inc. gives $250,000 to support the Synod’s efforts to help member congregations develop effective ministry for youth.
Registration open for 2025 Youth Gathering
The Gathering will take place July 19–23, 2025, in New Orleans, under the theme ENDURE.
Registration open for YouthLead training
The annual event is set for March 8–11, 2025, in St. Louis.
International Center interns receive hands-on training
In addition to serving in their respective areas, the interns participated in a “Meet and Greet” with IC staff and volunteered for a local service project.
Youth leaders gather in New Orleans, look to 2025
The 2024 National Lutheran Youth Workers Conference (NATIONAL24) was held July 21–24 in New Orleans.
Young Adult Volunteers needed for 2025 Gathering
The application period opened July 15 and will remain open through Dec. 31.
YouthLead: Finding identity in Christ
Youth leaders gathered for training Feb. 29–March 3 at the Pallottine Renewal Center in St. Louis.
LWML mission grants support life, youth, church work recruitment
LWML President Eden Keefe presented three grant checks after chapel at the LCMS International Center in St. Louis on March 7.