Loved. Saved. Changed.
We want every young person to know they are loved, saved, and changed by Jesus. Ready to follow Him, grow as His disciples, serving and telling others, so that all may know Him as Savior and Lord.
During this season of physical distancing, here are some ways to stay connected and growing as disciples!
Join in the all campus WLCYOUTH Summer Bible Study every Wednesday!
Here is what it looks like:
All campus WLCYOUTH Summer Bible Study on Wednesdays! We gather to share the ups and downs of life, read and discuss scripture, and pray together. This summer we’ll be reading through the book of Psalms, looking at God’s faithfulness in all different kinds of circumstances and the different Psalms that grow out of a wide range of emotions and needs.
Summer Bible study dates: July 29 and Aug 5.
There are 3 different groups that all meet at 7pm on Wednesdays (in person and via Zoom):
- Oak Hill Youth (students who’ve completed 5th-12th grades): In person: we'll meet in the lower parking lot
- Liberty Ridge & Valley Creek Middle School (students who’ve completed 5th-7th grades): In person: meet by the Bridge doors
- Liberty Ridge & Valley Creek High School (students who’ve completed 8th-12th grades): In person: meet by the circle drive doors
We know that many of us are in different places when it comes to comfort and ability to gather in person or online. We're trying to meet a variety of needs by doing both. We will Zoom the in-person gathering and have small group leaders available online as well as in person. If you're out of town or don't have a ride, the Zoom option is a great way to stay connected. If you're able to gather in person, please come willing to honor social distancing (6ft apart) and boundaries around sharing things. We ask that youth come with a blanket or chair, bug spray, water bottle, and Bible. Bathrooms will only be available for emergencies. If there is inclement weather, we will move inside and maintain the same protocols. We ask that students bring a mask in case we need to move inside. Thank you for your willingness to work with us as we work through helping as many folks feel welcome and comfortable as we can.
Please Contact Lindsey or Patrick with any questions.
The Zoom links will be the same links we used during the school year ministry. Just click on the blue box below that represents you!
WLCYouth Reading Plan:
To get us rolling in the book of Psalms we are going to spend the summer in Psalms! Here are this weeks readings or check out WLCYOUTH on Facebook and Instagram! This weeks verses:
To get us rolling in the book of Psalms we are going to spend the summer in Psalms! Here are this weeks readings or check out WLCYOUTH on Facebook and Instagram! This weeks verses:
Let's go on a Serventure together:
We have a great opportunity to serve where we live this summer. Click on the picture below and find out how you and your family can make a difference in your community this summer! Join us the weekend of August 13-15.
You can always contact us directly through email, Facebook, or call/text us. Also check Highlighted Opportunities below to see updates and sign ups for future events.
All in-person events are currently suspended until further notice.
Middle School
Middle school students are awesome! We love walking alongside 6th-8th graders as they discover what it means to be disciples of Jesus in middle school. We have numerous ways for middle school youth to get connected:
Liberty Ridge Campus
Wednesdays:
We join with youth from the Valley Creek campus at the Valley Creek campus for Sixers & Foundations.
Large group teaching, small group discussions, games & worship.
6:30-8:15pm
Sundays:
Donuts & Devotions: On the 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month at Liberty Ridge we gather to enjoy donuts, play a game, do a devotional Bible study, and share highs and lows from our week. We meet in the kids/youth area from 9-9:45am.
If you have any questions connect with Laura Stennes!
Oak Hill Campus
Wednesdays:
Foundations (6-8th)
Large group teaching, small group discussions, games & worship.
6:30-8:15pm.
Sundays:
Youth Bible class 9am
If you’re around on Sundays and want to connect with other 6-12th grade students, check this group out!
If you have any questions connect with Sarah Dibbern!
Valley Creek Campus
Wednesdays:
Sixers (6th graders) & Foundations (7-8th graders).
Large group teaching, small group discussions, games & worship.
6:30-8:15pm
Sundays:
Bible and Friends 9:30am
Class for young people with special needs.
Youth Small Group 11am
For students who are unable to attend on Wednesday nights.
If you have any questions connect with Lindsey Schmidt!
There’s always something happening around here! Check out the highlighted opportunities for other upcoming events and registration links for Summer Youth Mission Experiences, upcoming Middle School Manias, fundraisers, and other opportunities to connect!
High School
High School students are amazing! We love walking alongside 9th-12th graders as they discover what it means to be disciples of Jesus in high school. We have numerous ways for high school youth to get connected:
Liberty Ridge Campus
Wednesdays:
We join with youth from the Valley Creek campus at the Valley Creek campus for Roots (9-12th graders).
Large group teaching, small group discussions, games & worship.
6:30-8:15pm
Sundays:
Donuts & Devotions: On the 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month at Liberty Ridge we gather to enjoy donuts, play a game, do a devotional Bible study, and share highs and lows from our week. We meet in the kids/youth area from 9-9:45am.
If you have any questions connect with Laura Stennes!
Oak Hill Campus
Wednesdays:
Roots (9-12th graders)
Large group teaching, small group discussions, games & worship.
6:30-8:15pm.
Sundays:
Youth Bible class 9am
If you’re around on Sundays and want to connect with other 6-12th grade students, check this group out!
If you have any questions connect with Sarah Dibbern!
Valley Creek Campus
Wednesdays:
Roots (9-12th graders)
Large group teaching, small group discussions, games & worship.
6:30-8:15pm
Sundays:
Bible and Friends 9:30am
Class for young people with special needs.
Youth Small Group 11am
For students who are unable to attend on Wednesday nights.
If you have any questions connect with Patrick Brewer!
There’s always something happening around here! Check out the highlighted opportunities for other upcoming events and registration links for Summer Youth Mission Experiences, upcoming events, fundraisers, and other opportunities to connect!
Check out highlighted opportunities for youth by clicking on the drop-down of your age-group.
All Youth
Let's Wednesday together:
Join in the all campus WLCYOUTH Summer Bible Study on Wednesday!
Here is what it looks like;
Here is what it looks like;
Wednesdays Zoom and in person options:
Youth Summer Bible Study is a highlight of summer youth ministry.
We gather weekly to play games, share the ups and downs of life, read and discuss scripture together. This summer we’ll be reading through the book of Psalms, looking at different types of Psalms and God’s faithfulness in all different kinds of circumstances.
Summer Bible study dates: July 29 and Aug 5
There are 3 different groups that all meet at 7-8pm on Wednesdays (in person at VC campus and via zoom):
Oak Hill: students who’ve completed 5th-12th grades
Liberty Ridge & Valley Creek Middle School: students who’ve completed 5th-7th grades
Liberty Ridge & Valley Creek High School: students who’ve completed 8th-12th grades
Just click on the blue box below that represents you!
SUMMER STRETCH UPDATE:
It's with sadness that we are announcing that we aren't going to be able to have Summer Stretch this summer. We are however planning 3 church-wide serve experiences for households & families. Look for more information to be coming from WLC. Start thinking as a family about ways that you can get out into our community and serve in the name of Jesus.
HERE IS THE LINK to sign up for SERVENTURES. Can't wait to hear about how you serve this summer!
Garage Sale Fundraiser Postponed
Youth Garage Sale Fundraiser (6th-Adult)
The September WLCYOUTH garage sale is being postponed until May of 2021. Thank you for your willingness to donate treasures to the WLC Youth Garage Sale. We are planning for a BIG SALE in May of 2021. More information to come next spring. Questions: Contact Patrick Brewer at or 651-739-5144.
Middle School
See info under All youth for current events during stay at home. Contact Lindsey Schmidt.
High School
See info under All youth for current events during stay at home. Contact Patrick Brewer.
Fundraising
**ALL FUNDRAISERS are temporarily unavailable. Watch for more details in the future.
CHECK OUT update on Garage Sale fundraiser and Peaches.
DONUT FUND RAISER:
This fundraiser is for all 9th-12th grade youth (and 8th graders going on HS mission Trip) to earn $30 to attend a High School mission trip or event. The fundraiser will start in September and run through May. The sign up sheet will be located on the Youth Center board by the Bridge (VC). The fall sign up sheet is up. Please sign up to work once every THREE months so others can benefit from this fundraiser. Click on the link below to see the job description for working this fundraiser.
DONUT TRAINING - VC FUND RAISER: The donut sales fundraiser is for students in 9th-12th grade (& 8th graders attending HS mission triop), but you must go through a brief (15 minute) training before participating. Sign sheet for the every Sunday Fund Raiser will be on the youth board. Contact: Patrick Brewer.
Donut Fundraiser Training Required: There will be a required training for those who have never sold donuts. If you have not completed training please contact Patrick Brewer before you sign up to work this fundraiser. The donut sales fundraiser is for students in 8th-12th grade, but you must go through a brief (15 minute) training before participating.
Donut Fundraiser Job Description
Easter Breakfast Fundraiser (6th -12th at OH & VC campuses)
The Easter Breakfast youth fundraiser sign up will open online for one shift per person for Middle School families March 16-22 and High School families from March 23-29. Then beginning March 30 anyone can sign up for multiple shifts until full. Contact Patrick Brewer.
EASTER FUND RAISER SIGN UP FOR VALLEY CREEK CAMPUS
EASTER FUND RAISER SIGN UP FOR OAK HILL CAMPUS
Garage Sale Fundraiser at VC (6th-Adult)
GARAGE SALE UPDATE:
The September WLCYOUTH garage sale is being postponed until May of 2021. Thank you for your willingness to donate treasures to the WLC Youth Garage Sale. We are planning for a BIG SALE in May of 2021. More information to come next spring.
Details: Here is your chance (current 6th through 12th graders and parents/family) to raise money for mission trips, Summer Stretch or any youth events held through WLC. We have quite a few sign up guidelines for the fundraiser. All this information can be found on the sign up page at wlcyouth.org. PLEASE read the directions carefully. Also, we will be accepting donations at the VC campus starting May 2021. Questions, contact Shanna at or 612-859-1365.
GARAGE SALE GUIDELINES PLEASE READ
OH FELLOWSHIP TREATS Fundraiser Information and Instructions: Sunday, during the months of April, May and June we would like our middle school and high school students (along with their parents), to host the fellowship time between services. At this once a month hosting opportunity, the donations collected will go towards the servant trips or other. (April will be the Youth Easter Breakfast). CLICK HERE to find the full description. Contact: Molly Schulze.
2020 YOUTH PEACH FUNDRAISER CANCELLED
This fund raiser had to be cancelled due to an early frost that killed off the peach crop from our grower in Colorado. We'll see you in 2021!
Coming in late summer! Annual Peach Fundraiser! Watch for details on how to help as we raise funds to the youth scholarship fund. Contact: Retter’s at 651-739-5326. Thanks for supporting our youth!
Confirmation Journey
Confirmation is a personal faith process for students who are currently in 7th-12th grades, who would like to dive deeper into understanding what they believe and why. Confirmation at Woodbury Lutheran has been designed to be a personal experience that is driven by a student's desire to grow in their understanding of their baptismal faith. At the end of this journey, students publicly confirm and claim their identity as a disciple of Jesus.
