October High School Youth Happenings

We had a great first month of programming at OSL. In Youth Group we learned about the importance of welcoming everyone, treating everyone well, being a safe place, and knowing Jesus loves Us. We then had an opportunity to live out what we learned by heading to Luther Manor for a fun night of Bingo and candy with the residents. In addition to learning and serving, we also had a lot of fun. Trust building games, 9-square, and checking out our new game room are just a few of the activities we participated in, in September. The youth had a chance to see John at “Football Night with John,” where I watched our amazing band members led by our very own drum major Meaghan Murphy. We also made some amazing mugs at our 9 th -grade confirmation retreat. I invite you to check out this month’s newsletter for even more opportunities for your youth to learn about God, grow in faith with their friends, and have a lot of fun in the process.

Summer Mission Trips 2019

Compass Points Summer Backpacking Trip 2019 High School students are invited to join us June 15-22 as we head to Rainbow Trails Lutheran Bible Camp in Hillside, Colorado. The cost is $800 with a $150 non-refundable deposit. We will embark on a four-day Christian-centered backpacking adventure to the peaks of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. It will challenge us both physically and spiritually. Register by clicking the link below or pick up a form at the Youth Information Center in the Youth Room. Please Contact John for more information or with any questions.

Register for Compass Points Backpacking Trip

Service Learning Summer Mission Trip 2019 Middle and High School students are invited to join us July 13-19 as we head to the North Shore of Minnesota to serve the people of Duluth. The cost is $400 with a $100 non-refundable deposit. We will spend our days serving throughout Duluth. We will spend each night exploring all the region has to offer, such as Gooseberry Falls, Enger Park and Tower, Park Point Beach, Canal Park and so much more. Register by clicking the link below or pick up a form at the Youth Information Center in the Youth Room. Please  Contact John for more information or with any questions.

Register for Service Learning Mission Trip

Upcoming Events

9th-Grade Confirmation Banquet Sunday, October 7th Rehearsal begins @ 5:00pm. (Confirmands in the Youth Room) Banquet begins @ 6:00pm. (Everyone joins us in the Gathering Place.) Our 9th-grade confirmation students will gather to celebrate their confirmation milestone with their family, friends, and baptismal sponsors. We will enjoy a nice meal together. It will be $6 per person.

High School Haunted Corn Maze Event Saturday, Oct 29th at 7 PM Our High School youth will be heading to the Heartland Country Haunted Corn Maze for a scary good time. Cost is $10 (cash or check only)

Sign Up for the Haunted Corn Maze

Girl's Bible Study Begins Sunday, November 4 at 10 AM Our High School girls are invited to join Elle, Takara, and Katie for our new girl’s bible study. They will be working their way through different books of the bible while having opportunities to talk about life and create lasting relationships.

Bowden Youth Center Thanksgiving Meal Friday, November 16 from 5-7PM Each year our OSL Youth Ministry has been serving a delicious Thanksgiving meal to the youth and families of the Bowden Youth Center. This year’s meal has moved to First Lutheran Church, and we are seeking youth and families who would like to help from 4:30 – 7:30 PM. It is a great opportunity to serve and a lot of fun. Sign up below or  email John  for more information.

Sign Up to Help at Bowden Youth Center Thanksgiving Meal

Youth Group in October

Youth Group Visit from Augie FCA Wednesday, October 10 from 7-9 PM October 10 at Youth Group we will hear from college students from the Augustana Fellowship of Christian Athletes. We will have the opportunity to hear them share about making the college decision after high school, the importance of surrounding yourself with a faith-based community, and growing in faith. They will also speak about facing challenges, making good choices, and being intentional in college.

Youth Group To the Country Apple Orchard Wednesday, October 17 from 6-8 PM Wednesday and Sunday School, Confirmation, and High School Youth Group students and their families are invited to join us at the Country Apple Orchard for apple picking, train rides, bounce houses, hayrides, and a whole lot of fun. There is no cost for this event. Apples, cider, and other food will be available for purchase from the country store. High School Youth will go on a hay ride together at 7:15 PM.

Youth Group Spook Fest Wednesday, October 24 from 7-9 PM Our High School Leadership team is planning a fun night of pre-Halloween fun with pumpkin Olympics, pumpkin decorating, and a dress-up contest where the winner will receive a gift card worth multiple dollars ;)

New at OSL Youth

Youth Information Center You may have noticed something new in the Gathering Place this past week, a new sign. Our Hy-Vee card table has expanded and become the Youth Information Center. We will continue selling Hy-Vee cards to support our youth going on summer trips, but now it is also the place you can go to find out what is coming up in Youth and Children's Ministries as well as find handouts and sign-ups.

Youth Game Room The September Middle School Lock-in saw the launch of our new Game Room. Basketball, Pool, Foosball, and Xbox Kinect were all big hits, and we are looking forward to the addition of two new video games systems and a ping pong topper for the pool table very soon. Check it out at the next youth event.

Upcoming Schedule

October 3 - High School Youth Group (Bingo @ Luther Manor) 7-9 PM 5 – Football Night with John at Howard Wood Field 7 PM 7 – 9th-Grade Confirmation Banquet 5 PM 10 - High School Youth Group 7-9 PM 17 – High School Youth Group at Country Apple Orchard 6-8 PM 24 - High School Youth Group (Pumpkin Games) 7-9 PM 27 - Pot Luck Supper at OSL 6-8 PM 27 – High School Haunted Corn Maze 7 PM 28 - Confirmation Sunday 31 - NO High School Youth Group November 4 – Girls Group in Oasis Room (under Gym stairs) 10-10:50 AM 7 – High School Youth Group 7-9 PM 11 - Girls Group in Oasis Room 10-10:50 AM 14 - High School Youth Group 7-9 PM 16 - Bowden Thanksgiving Meal (at First Lutheran) 4:30-7:30 PM 18 - Girls Group in Oasis Room 10-10:50 AM 21 – NO High School Youth Group 25 – NO Girls Group 28 -  Advent Fair 6-7 PM 28 - High School Youth Group 7-9PM

High School Youth Group at OSL

Wednesdays from 7-9 PM All 9-12th-grade students are welcome to join us on Wednesday nights from 7–9 PM in the youth room. Each week at Youth Group will be a little different as we explore different topics through worship, study, prayer, and service as well as games, activities, and off-campus activities such as bowling, trampoline parks, hayrides, mall scavenger hunts, and much much more. Ninth-grade students will be required to go to Youth Group during their final weeks of confirmation!

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