ELCA Youth Gathering

The 2012 ELCA Youth Gathering will be held in...

Responses and Feedback from Jesus, Justice, Jazz

Is your congregation wondering if it is worth it to send youth to the ELCA Youth Gathering in 2012? Are you trying to find resources to assist parents, baptismal sponsors and congregational members to fulfill their promise to rear children and youth into Christian faith?

Click on the links below and learn the ways in which youth were most influenced by attending the ELCA Youth Gathering in 2009. We think you'll agree with us that the ELCA Youth Gathering is a powerful way for young people to hear the gospel in compelling ways, and practice their faith in a safe and engaging community of Christian peers.

Wondering what ELCA leaders think? Many pastors and synod bishops consider the ELCA Youth Gathering a solidly missional experience for young people and their adult sponsors, worth the investment of time, money and energy.

Youth Gathering Evaluation: Youth Response Pre- and Post-Youth Gathering