Our youth ministry programs are designed for children and teens aged 10-16 years old, providing age-appropriate activities and spiritual guidance.

Most activities take place at Palisades Lutheran Church on Sunday afternoons. Special events may be held at different times and locations. You can check our calendar above for specific event and activity times and locations throughout the year.

No, our youth ministry welcomes all children regardless of church membership. We encourage youth from all backgrounds to join our activities and welcome all families to visit our Sunday Service.

We offer a variety of activities including:

• Bowling
• Movie Matinees
• Game Days
• Ice Cream Trips
• Activity Workshops

Yes, we typically divide our activities into two main groups:

– Junior Youth (ages 10-13)

– Senior Youth (ages 14-16)

Some events bring all ages together, while others are tailored to specific developmental stages.

Yes, we ask all participants to complete a simple registration form that includes contact information, emergency contacts, and any relevant medical information. This form is available on the event calendar. Just click on the event and click the registration button.

All youth activities are free to attend. There are no costs for any events or outings, ensuring all youth can participate regardless of financial circumstances. Parents who attend may need to pay for entrance fees, parking, food, and other expenses.

All activities are supervised by our youth ministry staff and trained adult volunteers. We maintain appropriate adult-to-youth ratios (minimum 1:8) at all events. All staff and regular volunteers undergo background checks.

Parents should note any allergies or medical conditions on the registration form. Our staff is trained to accommodate common allergies, and we can work with families to ensure safe participation for youth with specific medical needs.

We welcome parent involvement! Opportunities include:

– Volunteering at events

– Providing snacks or meals

– Chaperoning trips

– Sharing special skills or talents

Please use the contact us page to inquire.

We communicate through multiple channels:

– Weekly email newsletter

– Website Youth Group Page

– Social media updates

– Announcements during Sunday services

Our spiritual education builds a strong foundation in Christian faith through our Pray & Play approach. This incorporates ice breakers where kids introduce themselves and answer questions like “What’s your favorite hobby?” or “What’s your favorite food?” along with devotionals. We emphasize God’s love and community building, supporting youth as they develop their own authentic faith journey.

No, confirmation is not required for participation in youth activities. However, we do offer confirmation classes for youth typically around ages 12-14 who wish to take that step in their faith journey.

For any questions not answered here, please contact our Youth Ministry Director at Mike@palisadeslutheran.org or use our contact page inquiry form.