Youth

The youth at University Lutheran Church have found a home in this community of faith where they participate in leading worship, learning more about their religious roots, addressing the challenges of their lives, playing games, and serving people who are in need of compassionate care.  The youth meet weekly on Sunday mornings for Bible study and topical discussions.  They gather at least monthly for fellowship events, the most popular being a quarterly overnight lock-in at the church.  Pizza is always a staple, along with the healthy discussions that build a sense of community among the youth.  The youth also serve as role models and mentors for the younger children in the congregation. 

Each summer, the youth travel to Eastern Washington where they connect with the Hispanic and Native American communities and learn about these cultures of our region.  Every other summer, the youth have an opportunity to travel with a delegation to Tanzania, Africa where they meet with students at the Ailanga Lutheran Junior Seminary as well as religious leaders throughout the Meru Diocese.  Every third summer, the youth participate in the National ELCA Youth Gathering which usually takes place in the southern part of the United States.      

Upcoming Events

July 11 - Wild Waves Trip – 10:00 a.m.

July 15 – August 1 - Ailanga Delegation: Trip to Tanzania

August 16 - 18 – Youth Campout at Alta Lake

Wild Waves
 
Is the summer heat getting to you?  Want to head down to Wild Waves and cool off?  Good News!  The  youth will be taking a day trip to Wild Waves on Thursday, July 11.  We will leave from the University Lutheran parking lot at 10:00 a.m. and will return at 5:00 p.m.  Please bring a bathing suit, dry clothes, a towel, sunblock, sandals, and whatever else you might need for the day. We will gather for lunch, but unfortunately there is no outside food or drink allowed in the park, so please bring some money for food.  If you have any questions please email Dustin at dustinh@universitylutheranseattle.org.  

Youth Campout at Alta Lake

This August the middle and high school youth will be taking a weekend camping trip.  We will be heading to Alta Lake for an amazing weekend.  This will be a great time to enjoy the outdoors, connect with each other, and grow our relationship with God.  There will be hiking, games, swimming, campfires, and much more!  We will leave at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, August 16.  We will return between 10:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. on Sunday, August 18.  Cost TBD
All youth are welcome, so invite friends.  Please RSVP with Dustin Hamren (dustinh@universitylutheranseattle.org) by August 1.  If you have an interest in helping to chaperone, please contact Dustin as well.