-To grow with youth in knowledge of the word
-To cultivate the faith placed in youth's hearts by the Holy Spirit
-To give youth the tools and confidence to boldy "set an example for the believers"
-To prepare leaders for not only the church of tomorrow but the church of today -To provide an atmosphere full of Christ-centered fellowship and fun
-To connect youth to the community of believers at Pilgrim and beyond, across generations -To send youth into adulthood who will be deemed "different" for their "speech, conduct, love, faith, & purity"
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Youth Board:
Kimberly Allen (Director)
Debbie Phelps
Stephanie Sackrider
Christine Allen
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Events
Youth Nights
-On the fourth Saturday of every month youth meet for Bible Study, activities/games, and planning.
Youth Breakfasts
-Every 3rd Sunday the Youth host a breakfast after the service for the entire congregation.
Movie Nights
-The youth screens a movie every 2-3 months and sells concessions as a fundraiser.
Tool Time Weekend Retreat HS-Friday Nov. 4th-Sunday Nov. 6th 2016
-Concordia University Ann Arbor Hosts a High School retreat every fall and a Junior High retreat every spring full of worship, speakers, and fun.
LCMS National Youth Gathering
-Every three years, over 25,000 LCMS youth gather in one location for a life changing Christ centered week. The 2016 gathering was in New Orleans!