Trinity Lutheran Youth Ministry walks alongside youth with the love of Jesus! Our WHY for doing ministry, our inspiration, is simple. We want to see youth live out their faith in everyday life!

HOW we do this has become five guiding principles we strive to incorporate into every aspect of Youth Ministry.

We encourage spiritual habits
We inspire Christ-like servant hearts
We build intentional relationships
We provide community
We emphasize identity in Christ

So as we get ready to start a new year, our prayer is that youth see intentionality in our ministry. We are not just about entertaining youth but helping them to be an example to all people in what they say, in the way they live, in love, faith, and in purity. (1 Timothy 4:12)

If you want to know more about this ministry, email Christy Malinowski, Director of Youth at ChristyMali@trinluth.org.

JR DISCIPLESHIP

JR Discipleship is a two year journey for students and parents that will teach and model the Christian life and help with their understanding of the LCMS doctrine. This journey is intended to lead students toward the Rite of Confirmation where they will give voice to the faith promises made at their baptism. It will encourage them to own their faith and equip them to live it out in everyday life. In the two years, we will be teaching and modeling what it looks like to be a disciple of Jesus. We will also be intentional in our partnering with the home so that parents and students remain active in this faith journey together! We have three words that will help us on this journey.
EQUIP. CONNECT. ENGAGE!

SUNDAY FAMILY EQUIP - february

Our Sunday Family EQUIP will be on February 1 from 11:30-1:00PM. Join us down in the church gym for our lunch, teaching time, and family connections. Remember, this is a time for all 7th & 8th graders going through our JR Discipleship journey as well as at least one parent.

Our CONNECT night this month will be Wednesday, February 11 from 7:00-8:30PM.

TRINITY YOUTH GROUPS

If you are going into the following grades this fall, see which youth group is designed for you! You are welcome to join the age group for you beginning this month!!!

JR High Youth group is for those students going into 6-8th grade this fall.
SR High Youth group is for those students going into 9-12th grade this fall.

UPCOMING EVENTS

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

SR HIGH BASKETBALL MINISTRY
February 8 - Team 2 at 1 pm and Team 1 at 2:10PM
February 22 - Team 2 at 1 pm and Team 1 at 3:20PM (Senior Recognition)
SR High LOCK-OUT EVENT
Calling all SR High youth! Join us for our annual Lock-Out Event, a night full of service, fun, and fellowship.
The Lock-Out begins at 7:00 PM on Friday, February 27, and concludes at 7:00 AM on Saturday, February 28. The cost is $20 per student, which includes all food and activities.
Throughout the night, adults will accompany our youth to a variety of locations, including Midwest Food Bank, Wittenberg Lutheran Center, Iron Coyote, and more.
Please sign up by February 22 so we can ensure we have enough adult drivers and make final arrangements.
SR High WEDNESDAY NIGHT YOUTH NIGHTS
February 4 - Glow Night Event
February 11 - Fusion Night
February 18 - Small Group Night
February 25 - Serving Night

IMPACT Leadership Team

Our leadership team’s mission is to “Inspire youth to live for the LORD in ways that leave lasting IMPACT!”

Leadership team meets monthly to grow in their faith, develop leadership skills, plan activities and serve in a variety of ways at our events.

Our team this year is growing in leadership characteristics as well as confidence in writing and sharing devotions.

TRINITY YOUTH SUNDAY MORNING

Our discipleship time on Sunday mornings from 9:30 to 10:15AM, provides an opportunity for youth and adults to be spiritually filled as we study scripture and grow in our spiritual habits. We also want youth to be relationally connected with one another through sharing our stories and encouraging each other on a regular basis.

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TRINITY YOUTH FAITH MILESTONES

As God’s family we have an opportunity to pause at important moments in our journey of faith to celebrate God’s work, remember God’s faithfulness, and pass on faith in Jesus from one generation to the next. We call these meaningful, memorable moments in the lives of individuals, families, and our congregation, the Faith Milestones.

PRETEEN FAITH MILESTONE : 5/6th GRADE MOTHER/DAUGHTER, FATHER/SON

All Faith Milestones are in partnership with Family Life Ministry.

HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL

Trinity’s Co-Ed High School Basketball Teams provide excellent moments of Christian fellowship and sportsmanship. In addition to regularly scheduled practices and games, the teams participate in our Holiday Invitational Tournament, various other tournaments and the State Championship Tournament. Throughout the years, the dedication and Godly example of our coaches have continued to make this ministry a success.

Practices are once a week, generally on Thursdays from 7-9:00PM. Anyone who is in high school and does not currently play for their school basketball team can join us. If you are interested, please reach out to Christy!

UKANDU CHICAGO MISSION TRIP

UKANDU CHICAGO MISSION TRIP 2026

This summer we have an opportunity for SR High youth, adults, and JR HIgh youth with a parent, to go and serve in the heart of Chicago. Our UKANDU mission trip is set for June 21-27, 2026 and registration is open February 1-28. Trinity will be joining five other churches for this week of serving. If you are interested and or want more information, please contact Christy Malinowski ASAP. She will make sure you have the link to sign-up and answer any questions. The cost for the week is $325 but we have the opportunity to fundraise. This week is a powerful week of not only serving, but growing in your faith.