Youth Programs
Below you’ll find the regularly scheduled classes and gatherings for youth that are offered during the program year, from late August through May, each Sunday Morning. All students in these age ranges are encouraged to join in with their peers to learn and grow together in faith. You can learn more about the Confirmation program in the Life Events section of our website.
Youth Classes on Sunday: Word and Witness
Word, Augsburg Room
First Class Begins Sunday, August 24 at 9:45 am
6th and 7th graders join together each week for an in-depth Bible study together on the focus text of the Narrative Lectionary. This class is open to all who wish to dive into the bible texts, but for the 6th and 7th graders it will serve as the foundation of our Confirmation curriculum as we learn more about God’s Word. Classes will afford our students the opportunity to learn more about important biblical figures, central stories in scripture, and learn with peers about how to apply the lessons of scripture to our daily life.
Witness, Campus Room
First Class Begins Sunday, August 24 at 9:45 am
8th and 9th graders join together each week for fellowship and study around the central themes of our faith. As we shift our approach to Confirmation toward a student-centered and discernment-led invitation to discipleship, this class will be an opportunity to explore what discipleship means. We’ll study the catechism, integrate our faith into everyday life, learn from the ways others live out their faith, and explore the varying faiths of our neighbors. This class is open to all who wish to discern God’s gifts and callings in their life, but for the 8th and 9th graders, it will serve as a supportive community in which students can discern when they are feeling called to affirm their baptisms.
Confirmation Family Class
1st Sundays, 6:00–8:00pm
First Class is Sunday, September 7 at 6:00-8:00 pm
Future classes will be 10/5, 11/2, and 12/7 for 2025
Youth and their families will come together for monthly classes and fellowship to learn more about specific topics on the confirmation journey, and discuss how we live out our lives as disciples across generations. This class will happen on the 1st Sunday of each month from 6:00–8:00pm with dinner provided. Confirmation students and their parents/guardians are expected to attend this class. The class is also open to anyone in the congregation who would like to learn about the foundations of the Lutheran faith alongside our confirmands and continue the lifelong journey of Affirming our Baptisms! If you are interested in being a part of the confirmation class and/or helping to provide monthly meals, contact Pastor Alex using the form below.
High School Youth Group Lock-In
September 20-21, Starts Saturday at 4:00 pm and ends after 8:30 am worship Sunday
9th-12th graders are invited to join us for a Youth Group Lock-In at the church! In classic lock-in style, we’ll stay overnight at the church and have time for fellowship, growing closer, sharing meals, playing games, and wrapping it up by getting to worship together. Your are welcome to bring friends! The event begins Saturday at 4:00 pm, and concludes after worship together at 8:30 am Sunday morning. Let Pastor Alex (zuber@muhlenberglutheran.org) know if you are planning to attend or have any questions.
Virginia Synod Youth Events
Lost and Found - November 21-23, 2025
Muhlenberg Lutheran Church youth participate with other 7-8th graders from other churches in the Virginia Synod at Eagle Eyrie Camp and Retreat Center for this fun and enriching weekend. We gather at Eagle Eyrie Conference Center in Lynchburg from Friday evening to Sunday noon for large group and small group experiences as well as free time and bonding time with your congregational group. This year’s event will be Nov. 21-23, 2025 and event registration information will be available before the end of August.
Winter Celebration - January 23-25, 2026
Winter Celebration is our weekend faith-sharing and fellowship event for 9th through 12th graders and their adult advisors, an opportunity to spend intentional time in community with God and each other. In 2026, Winter Celebration will be Jan. 23-25 (Friday evening to Sunday noon, as always) at Eagle Eyrie Conference Center in Lynchburg.
7th Day - March 7-8, 2026
Seventh Day is our overnight faith sharing retreat for 5th and 6th graders and the adults who attend with them. In 2026, Seventh Day will be held March 7-8 (Saturday noon to Sunday early afternoon), at Eagle Eyrie Conference Center in Lynchburg.
Kairos 2026 - Dates TBA
Kairos is our week-long faith sharing event for youth who will be in 9th-12th grades in the fall. The weeklong event is held from Sunday evening through Friday noon at Roanoke College. Dates for summer 2026 Kairos will be announced soon.