Keeping Christ as the focus of ministry with youth, St. Andrew’s provides a safe and supportive place for young people to explore who they are, where they belong, and what their purpose is in the church, their families, and the world. Our ministries meet students where they are in both faith and life providing encouragement for the journey. St. Andrew’s successfully shares the youth ministry program with neighboring Bethlehem Lutheran Church. This partnership brings students together from various schools in the area.

Our youth community is centered on faith, friendship, and growth! As they navigate adolescence and prepare for their lives beyond it, St. Andrew’s students come together weekly to explore their faith. The meetings include meaningful discussions centered around Christian understandings of faith, love, care, compassion, self-image, and trust. Our time together also includes fun, fellowship, and service to our neighbors. We also enjoy overnighters, retreats, off-site activities, beach meetings, and summer service trips. The students meet weekly on Thursday evenings from 6:30-8pm. St. Andrew’s and Bethlehem share in hosting this ministry. Meetings alternate between the two church campuses. For more information please contact Mindy.
Students entering grades 9-12 are encouraged to participate in our annual summer service trip. Typically, we travel to an area outside of our familiar lives to help those who don't have all that they need.
Confirmation is the time for youth to affirm the vows that were made on their behalf at baptism and declare their intention to follow Jesus. The timing of our confirmation program is based on when our Bishop visits, which happens approximately once every 12-18 months. Teen confirmands participate in a year-long, monthly program and are typically accompanied by a mentor. Parents participate in a concurrent program. Please contact Mindy for more information.