Sheridan Youth News
bi-weekly news & event information
for parents of high school youth 
High School to Roca - Sign up Today!
Sun., Oct. 17; 5-10pm
Cost: Pay admission at the door ($23.50, includes Scary Farm Admission)

Meet at Campfire #1 and let them know at the entrance that you are with Sheridan to receive the group discount.

All high school youth are invited to join us as we visit Roca Scary Farm for an evening of fun, fellowship and frights! Hot dogs, chips, s'mores, pop, and hot chocolate will be safely provided at the campfire. As always, youth are welcome to come late or leave early depending on their schedule. Be sure to dress for the weather. Flashlights are always good, too! 

Adult Leaders will be with us during the event.
If you would like to help out, please let Ian know!
High School Youth Group Meets
Sundays and Wednesdays
Youth BELONG at High School Youth Group - a place where youth will form faith, engage in lives of service, grow relationships, be equipped to lead, learn more about who they are and their gifts, and recharge from the week.
SUNDAY YOUTH GROUP
7-8:30pm in the Great Room
A large community gathers for music, high-energy activities, service projects, fellowship events, snacks and more!

SCHEDULE
10/17: Join us at Roca Scary Farm
10/24: Service Project; Disney Theme
10/31: No Youth Group; Happy Halloween
WEDNESDAY YOUTH GROUP
6:30-7:30pm in the Great Room
Faith formation, group building games & small group conversation on relevant topics, current events and scripture.

SCHEDULE
10/13: Science and Faith
10/20: Service Project
10/27: Trunk or Treat
PARENTS: We have tons of awesome events planned for this year, so help us stay connected and be sure to let us know how you and your child plan to be involved with our youth ministry by registering below. More info on upcoming events and topics will be shared in future emails. Stay tuned!
High School Fall Retreat to the
Nebraska Synod LYON Assembly
Sat., Nov. 20
8am-7pm
Cost: $70 (covers activity admission, transportation, food, and supplies)

The annual Lutheran Youth of Nebraska (LYON) Assembly is for youth in grades 9-12 to gather from across Nebraska for a day of connecting with one another and connecting with God.

The 2021 LYON Assembly will be held at Carol Joy Holling Camp near Ashland and will feature community-building activities, worship, lunch, learning and serving. 
The theme this year is “Faith Over Fear,” and Psalm 34:4 is a guiding verse.
2022 Youth Mission Trip Registration is Open!
Don't Miss the Early-Bird Rate!
July 22-30, 2022 | Minneapolis, MN
Youth currently in grades 8-12 are invited to participate

Every three years, 30,000 high school youth and their adult leaders from across the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) gather for a week of faith formation known as the ELCA Youth Gathering. Through days spent in interactive learning, worship, Bible study, service and fellowship, young people grow in faith and are challenged and inspired to live their faith in their daily lives.

We invite your youth to join us for a life-changing, mountain-top experience and participate in God’s work in the city of Minneapolis.

Early-bird:$625 (through Nov. 14)
Regular: $675 (Nov. 15-Jan 16)
Late: (Jan. 17-March 1)
($150 non-refundable deposit due at time of registration)

Fees includes motorcoach transportation, hotel lodging, most meals, activities, t-shirts, and more! Limited number of scholarships available for those in need. Multiple Child discount available.

High School Will Host a Trunk at Trunk or Treat
Wed., Oct. 27; 6-7:30pm

High School Youth will host a trunk - Costumes Encouraged!

High School Trunk Theme:
Youth Mission Trip OR Boundless (the theme of the 2022 ELCA Youth Gathering). Have a favorite memory of a past mission trip? Or a favorite t-shirt or hat? Be creative!

If you want to order some Youth Gathering swag to wear that night, visit Old Lutheran.

Registration information about the 2022 Youth Mission Trip will be available!
Families with youth in grades 8-12 are invited to stop by to learn more. Youth can grab a Youth Gathering wristband!
Upcoming Events
High School Coffee Hours
1st Tuesday of every month from 2:30-4:30pm
November - 84th and Van Dorn
Join Ian for conversation and fellowship. Watch Instagram for more info and location announcements.

HS Youth Group Rock Climbing
Sun., Nov. 7
We will go rock climbing at UNL.

Youth Group Friendsgiving
Sun., Nov. 21
Let's celebrate Thanksgiving with a Youth Group potluck!

SAVE THE DATE - Annual Advent Event
Sun., Dec 5
High School Youth will help prepare and serve a meal; Fundraiser for the 2022 Youth Mission Trip
View the Sheridan Youth Ministries Calendar below. 
We want to support your child in their activities! Complete this form to let us know what is coming up.
Ways to Stay Connected
Youth Ministry Social Media
Receive Youth Ministry info via text
 
We regularly send Youth Group information via text from 402-513-2305. To add your youth's number to our list, simply email Ian at i.hartfield@sheridanlutheran.org.
Also, please add this number to your contact list.

Please note: This is not Ian's personal cell phone number, it is just the number the church will use for event reminders and announcements.
Join the Sheridan Youth Facebook Group for more event and ministry information. This group is also a great way to connect with other families with youth at Sheridan.
Blessings!
Ian Hartfield
Youth Ministry Coordinator
402-423-4769 ext. 115
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