Our group has 6 members in it, ranging in age from 13-18. Our members learn about their faith, how their faith affects their daily lives and how to help others less fortunate than themselves. We have donated items to those in need at Christmas by working with Operation Christmas Child, volunteered at the Parkland CARES Food Pantry, held clothing drives, and volunteered with the Miracle League. Youth Group members become leaders and teachers at our Vacation Bible School. Over the last 14 years, we have attended the ELCA Youth Gathering in New Orleans in 2012 and 2024, Detroit in 2015, and Houston in 2018 and we went on our own trip to St. Louis in 2022. We look forward to attending the 2027 Youth Gathering in Minneapolis, MN!
On September 21, 5 youth group members had lunch at 2 Brothers Pizzeria before we headed to Blue Mountain Adventure Park where the youth members climbed the rock wall, zip lined and worked very hard on the high ropes course. It was a beautiful day, the views on the mountain were fantastic and we had a great time!
Thank you to everyone who bought hoagies. We made a profit of $453.50!
The youth group is selling gift cards. The order forms are available for pick up on the table at the top of the stairs. Or go to www.raiseright.com. Set up a user name, password and security questions. The enrollment code is L9A248FA33862. All checks and orders must be turned in by November 30. Delivery will be December 14.
Beginning in January, the youth group will be collecting for Parkland CARES Food Pantry. Youth members will be volunteering in February and helping to make snack packs for the Parkland School District. As you are doing your Christmas shopping, please remember those that are suffering from food insecurities and consider picking up some of the following items: Chicken Noodle Soup, Small Cans of Tuna and/or Individual boxes of Granola Bars.
Need to clean out your closets to make room for all your Christmas gifts? Then mark your calendars as our clothing drive will start January 1, 2026 and will continue through June 2027. Please bring any bags of clothing and put them downstairs in the last Sunday School room on the right. Make sure that all shoes are bagged separately. We are collecting new or gently used men, women and children’s clothing, shoes, purses, belts, bed and bath linens, and stuffed animals. They will not accept quilts, comforters, pillows or blankets. The clothing that is collected is distributed to local thrift shops and in areas in need of clothing. The clothing will NOT be shredded!!! All clean wearable clothing and shoes are reused by less fortunate people and families. The clothing does not end up in landfills which helps to keep America green and clean.
Thank you for your generosity and for supporting our youth!!
Happy Thanksgiving! Merry Christmas!! Happy New Year!!!
Questions for the youth group? Email sothlcyouthgroup@gmail.com