Youth/Young Adults
Children, youth and young adults are co-witnesses to the Gospel.
Youth and young adults are theologians too.
Children, youth and young adults have gifts of the Spirit
to share in mission and ministry today!
Ministry with children, youth and young adults, or ministry in the first third of life is what this section of our website is all about. Faith formation continues to be a partnership between the home, the congregation, this office, and the many youth and adults who volunteer countless hours in Christian education, event ministry and servant learning and travel. With important leadership provided by the Lower Susquehanna Synod Lutheran Youth Organization (LSSLYO), this office strives to be a hub for downloadable forms and resources, information sharing, assistance with congregational youth ministry planning, and youth event management.
Looking for ELCA Youth Gathering Planning Assistance?
Registration for the ELCA Youth Gathering, July 22-26, 2009, closed on January 1, and close to 1,000 synod youth and advisors are scheduled to attend. The Gathering, being held in New Orleans is titled Jesus, Justice, Jazz and will focus on equipping youth to practice compassionate justice in their own congregations and communities. Servant opportunities in the city of New Orleans will highlight the trip that will also feature daily worship and learning in the Superdome for the 38,000 registrants and volunteers. Registered congregations and those interested in learning more about the event are encouraged to use the videos and downloadable planning resources found on the Gathering website.
LOWER SUSQUEHANNA
SYNOD
900
South Arlington Avenue, Suite 208 Harrisburg,
PA 17109
(717) 652-1852 (800) 692-7282 (PA Only) Fax:
(717) 652-2504