Youth Ministry
Call for Nominations - Youth Ministry Team
Click here to download a nomination form for youth and adults to serve on the newly forming Youth Ministry Team. The Youth Ministry Team will act under the supervision of the Congregation Services Council to coordinate and resource youth ministry activities with the District.
Appointments will be made by President Klettke. Please pray that the Lord guide the selection of folks with a heart for Jesus, His ministry and a love for Youth.
Here are some things to know about nominating a teen to serve. . .
- The youth may be nominated by anyone—even themselves. If a youth is nominated by self or another youth, the nomination form must be accompanied by a letter of affirmation from an adult.
- The youth must be entering their junior or senior year of high school in the Fall of 2011.
- The nominee should be active in their church worship experiences and activities. They should show leadership skills and be dedicated to serving God and His people especially their youth peers.
- Nominations are taken seriously. The nomination process will close on July 1, 2011 and the selection process then begins.
- The selection process requires the youth to respond (either in written or taped form) to 5 short questions. They must also ask their pastor for a written letter of recommendation. These must be submitted by the deadline of July 22, 2011. A decision regarding YMT members will be made by mid-August.
The Youth Ministry Team meets 5—6 times a year beside the New Jersey District Youth events. A YMT member is asked to be present at all of these. (It is also understood that teens are involved in school activities, work and family events. Therefore, as long as there is solid communication, allowances are made for required absences.)
Ongoing Youth Ministry Events & Resources
Junior and Senior High School youth in the New Jersey District have many opportunities for fellowship, learning and service events throughout the year.
- Winter Youth Gathering (7th-12th Grade)
- Summer Youth Camp (4th-8th Grade, and High School sessions)
- National LCMS Youth Gathering (High School youth)
- District Youth Workers Meeting (Paid and Volunteer)
- Social Networking (NJ District Youth Facebook)
Winter Youth Gathering
All youth (7th-12th Grade) in New Jersey District congregations are invited to take part in the Winter Youth Gathering, held annually over the last weekend in January at Camp Lebanon.
Click here for more information about the upcoming Winter Youth Gathering. Registration materials, posters and info letters can be downloaded here.
Summer Youth Camp
Click here for promotional materials and registration forms for the upcoming Summer Youth Camp (4th-8th Grades) and High School Servant Event (9th-12th Grades).
National LCMS Youth Gathering
The National LCMS Youth Gathering happens once every three years. The next Gathering will be held in San Antonio, Texas in July 2013. Be sure to "Like" the NYG on Facebook and keep up with the latest news!
To register for the National LCMS Youth Gathering, youth participants must be at least (1) 14 years old at the time of the Gathering; OR (2) entering their freshman year in high school at the time of the Gathering; OR (3) will not have turned 21 by the time of the Gathering.
Watch for more information to come. In the meantime, take a look at some of the New Jersey District participants' photos from the 2010 Gathering in New Orleans, Louisiana.
District Youth Workers (Paid and Volunteer)
There are opportunities for adult leaders and staff, as well. Join the District Youth Workers' meetings on the first Saturday of even numbered months (Feb-Apr-June-Aug-Oct-Dec), at the NJ District office. Meetings are 9am-12pm, and include time for Bible study, discussion of a youth-ministry-related topic, sharing of events and opportunities, prayer, and fellowship.
New Jersey District Youth on Facebook
Become a fan of the New Jersey District Youth Facebook page-- and share the latest ministry updates and events with your circle of friends.
