There is a lot of ministry opportunity for youth of all ages at Calvary and we are always looking for adults to help. Whether you serve on our Youth & Family Committee, chaperone a youth gathering, assist with youth activities, help organize fundraisers or service projects or pray for our youth, your ministry to Calvary's youth is vital and appreciated! Please contact the Youth Director about where you feel you can best minister to our youth.
Confirmation education begins in 3rd grade and culminates with Affirmation of Faith in 10th grade. Those in 3rd grade receive First Communion instruction. 4th graders complete a study of the book of Mark, 6th graders attend a retreat focusing on Baptism and 7th graders attend a retreat focusing on the Lord's Prayer. Grades 8 and 9 meet every Wednesday October-April in small groups led by adult Group Guides. God may be calling you to be a Guide! Talk to Pastor or the Youth Director if this is of interest to you.
BUGs (Buddies Under God) and TICKs (Together In Christ's Kingdom) program for Grades K-6. BUGs (Buddies Under God) and TICKs (Together in Christ's Kingdom) is a program for Kindergarten through 6th grade kids. Preschoolers are always welcome when accompanied by an adult. BUGs and TICKs kids get together periodically for a variety of fun activities like popcorn and movie night in the loft, rollerskating, bowling, planting and harvesting Pumpkins for Purpose, bonfire and cookout, swimming, and family service projects. It's a time to have fun with Calvary friends. Watch for upcoming events and come join in! Call Liz Swanson at 347-7926 with any BUGs and TICKs questions.
Junior High (grades 7-8) and Senior High (grades 9-12): Meet Wednesday evenings for different devotional and fellowship activities, and every Sunday morning during the Sunday School year for Sunday Morning Rap at 9:30 a.m. in The Loft withr a cool faith focus and fellowship including donuts, cappuccino and hot chocolate! There are also many different monthly activities that take place through the year like our Hayride & Bonfire, Pontoon Party, Holy Huddle, Concerts, Super Bowl Party, Youth Gatherings, Mission Trips, and Retreats. There are also service projects each year such as our Thanksgiving Baskets Service Project; Salvation Army Service Project, our help with the Operation Christmas Child; Calvary Lenten Suppers; The Souper Bowl Offering; and the Adopt-A-Highway Project. Youth news, upcoming events and photo album-->
Youth Gatherings. These are a special time and place where youth and adults leaders alike are immersed in worship, music, Bible study, service, learning, play, prayer, the witness of faithful leaders, reflection, caring for others, and new friendships. The Gathering is a time of change and growth because we gather in the presence of God's Spirit with others who journey with Jesus. Contact the Youth Director with any questions regarding upcoming Synod Gatherings or if you would like more information on upcoming National Youth Gatherings.