Who is leading this year in Youth Ministry?

Pastor Luke’s favorite verse is Joshua 1:9

“Joshua was just appointed to be the new leader of God’s people, filling the big shoes of Moses. And God tells him to be strong and courageous during the transition, promising to be with him through it all.’

His go-to-snack is cheese and crackers.

He is especially excited for special events on Sunday night!

Lydia’s favorite verse is Psalm 103. Although not a verse, but a chapter, the entirety of this passage tells us to do one thing — praise Him! To praise Him in the highs, the lows, and the seemingly mundane. We chose to do this because no matter where we find ourselves in life, the love, forgiveness, and compassion of our Creator for us will never fail.

My go-to snack is anything on the Taco Bell value menu! All-time favorite items are the cheesy bean and rice burrito and the spicy potato soft taco.

I am excited this year to get to know students better and walk alongside them in their faith journey by opening the Bible together, having conversations, and practicing prayer.

Courtney’s favorite verse is Psalm 90.

Her favorite savory go-to snacks are fried pickles, warm soft pretzels and beer cheese. Her favorite go-to sweet snack is anything dark chocolate/sea salt/caramel.

She is excited about discussing the profound love of God evident throughout the consistency of the entire Bible and knowing/calling each of the youth by name.

This was my confirmation verse: Romans 1:16:

For I am not ashamed of the gospel; it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who has faith, to the Jew first and also to the Greek.

Her favorite savory go-to snack is something salty! Snack mix, peanuts, cashews, pretzels. 🙂

I am always amazed to see the youth’s faith. I try to remember my faith experience at their age and usually I am in awe of them. I really enjoy the time with them.

His favorite Bible verse is Philippians 4:13 – “I can do all thing through Christ who strengthens me.” Nothing is too large or too small to take to Christ. Submit yourself over to Him; and watch Him bless your life more than you ever could have imagined.

His favorite go-to snack is tacos!

I am excited to have the opportunity to share and spread the good news of Christ’s Salvation for us!

His favorite Bible verse is Galatians 2:20. At the LCMS Youth Gathering, I had the opportunity to attend an adult leaders session discussing the topic of vocation and identity and this passage was one focused on by the speaker. The more I’ve dived into this verse, it’s been a wonderful reminder that we’re created for a purpose that’s bigger than ourselves and that the new life that is made possible through Christ’s death and resurrection is one to be lived for others as Christ is at work within me and all believers.

His favorite go-to snack is Skittles – can’t go on any road trip without them!

I’m most looking forward to seeing the youth continue to grow in their faith through the weekly Bible studies and help provide them with fun experiences that will last a lifetime.

His favorite Bible verse is 2 Corinthians 9:12 BSB: “But He said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for My power is perfected in weakness.’ Therefore I will boast all the more gladly in my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest on me.” This is the Bible verse that made me a Christian.

His favorite go-to snack is pepperoni pizza. (Don’t let Beth give you Oreos!)

I’m most looking forward to building relationships with students and helping them understand and know God’s great love for them.

Her favorite Bible verse is Numbers 22:28:

Then the Lord opened the mouth of the donkey, and she said to Balaam, “What have I done to you, that you have struck me these three times?”

Her favorite go-to snack is Selena Gomez Oreos.

I’m most looking forward to hanging out with Beth!

His favorite Bible verse is Revelation 8:1:

When the Lamb opened the seventh seal, there was silence in heaven for about half an hour.

His favorite go-to snack is taquitos.

I’m most looking forward to hanging out with Beth!

Her favorite Bible verse is Jonah 1:17:

And the Lord appointed a great fish to swallow up Jonah. And Jonah was in the belly of the fish three days and three nights.

Her favorite go-to snack is Häagen-Dazs Ice Cream.

I’m most looking forward to hanging out with Beth!