Youth Discipleship Ministry
Helping Youth Know Jesus, Live His Word, and Share His Love
Rooted in Christ, Growing Together
At Emmanuel Lutheran Church, our Youth Ministry walks alongside young people as they grow in faith and discover their identity in Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. Rooted in God’s Word and strengthened by His grace, youth are encouraged to build Christlike character, form meaningful relationships, serve others, and trust God’s purpose for their lives. Through worship, fellowship, learning, and fun, we create a welcoming community where every young person can know the love of Jesus and grow as His disciple.
A2J (Adoration to Jesus)
Growing in Faith, Friendship, and Service
A2J is Emmanuel’s ministry for students in grades 6–8, helping youth grow closer to Jesus through Bible study, confirmation, fellowship, service, music, retreats, mission trips, and plenty of fun. Sunday school meets each Sunday from 9:30–10:20 a.m. in the lower level, with additional activities offered throughout the year.
“For there is one God, and there is one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus". 1 Timothy 2:5
Contacts: Kristin and Charlie Blair
A2J Programs
Youth Night – held twice Monthly on Sunday evenings during the school year
Confirmation (grade 6 to 8) – Catechism instruction during the school year
Servant Events – held throughout the year including community engagement activities, youth mission trips, youth retreats
Youth Chimes – seasonal
Various Gatherings – fellowships and student initiatives
Beyond Belief
Faith That Goes Further
Beyond Belief is Emmanuel’s youth ministry for students in grades 9–12, offering a place to grow in faith, build lasting friendships, serve others, and have fun together. Sunday school meets each Sunday from 9:30–10:20 a.m. in the lower level, with additional activities offered throughout the year.
“Now to him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, forever and ever.” Ephesians 3:20-21
Contacts: Jackson Hellerman
Beyond Belief Programs
Youth Night – held twice Monthly on Sunday evenings during the school year
Servant Events – held throughout the year including community engagement activities, youth mission trips, youth retreats
Youth Chimes – seasonal
Various Gatherings – fellowships and student initiatives
Do you have questions?
Contact us anytime with questions about
Emmanuel’s Youth Ministries.
Elisha Foreman
Director of Missions, Children’s and Youth Discipleship