Trinity Lutheran Youth Ministry walks alongside youth with the love of Jesus! Our WHY for doing ministry, our inspiration, is simple. We want to see youth live out their faith in everyday life!

HOW we do this has become five guiding principles we strive to incorporate into every aspect of Youth Ministry.

We encourage spiritual habits
We inspire Christ-like servant hearts
We build intentional relationships
We provide community
We emphasize identity in Christ

So as we get ready to start a new year, our prayer is that youth see intentionality in our ministry. We are not just about entertaining youth but helping them to be an example to all people in what they say, in the way they live, in love, faith, and in purity. (1 Timothy 4:12)

If you want to know more about this ministry, email Christy Malinowski, Director of Youth at ChristyMali@trinluth.org.

JR DISCIPLESHIP

JR Discipleship is a two year journey for students and parents that will teach and model the Christian life and help with their understanding of the LCMS doctrine. This journey is intended to lead students toward the Rite of Confirmation where they will give voice to the faith promises made at their baptism. It will encourage them to own their faith and equip them to live it out in everyday life. In the two years, we will be teaching and modeling what it looks like to be a disciple of Jesus. We will also be intentional in our partnering with the home so that parents and students remain active in this faith journey together! We have three words that will help us on this journey.
EQUIP. CONNECT. ENGAGE!

REGISTER HERE

SUNDAY MORNING JR DISCIPLESHIP

Sunday Morning JR Discipleship - 7th & 8th Graders will will begin or resume their journey toward the Rite of Confirmation as they learn more about our Lutheran doctrine and what we believe.

Additional monthly learning events and other dates to be shared in our handbook.

TRINITY YOUTH GROUPS

If you are going into the following grades this fall, see which youth group is designed for you! You are welcome to join the age group for you beginning this month!!!

JR High Youth group is for those students going into 6-8th grade this fall.
SR High Youth group is for those students going into 9-12th grade this fall.

UPCOMING EVENTS

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

YOUTH BASH
If you missed the Youth Bash, we assembled a folder for each family with all the youth ministries, events, and ways to get involved. Reach out to Christy if you need one.
JR DISCIPLESHIP SUNDAY FAMILY EQUIP
Our first Sunday Family EQUIP will be on Sunday, October 4 from 11:30-12:45PM. Join us for food, fellowship, faith conversations, and an opportunity to dig into God’s Word together. We will meet in the gym and this is intended for ALL students and at least one parent. Remember, we only have three of these (plus one extra for year 2 students) so we hope to see everyone there! Be watching your email for the lunch menu!
Also our first CONNECT Night is October 14 at TLS from 7-8:30PM. Come and connect with your peers and adult leaders!
JR High YOUTH
This month we are going to brave the night maze at Rader Family Farms. Join us on Saturday, October 24 from 6:15-8:30PM for the night maze. Cost is $10.00, which includes your admission into the maze, a donut and cider. You must sign-up by October 21.
SUNDAY MORNING DISCIPLESHIP CLASSES
Join us in the Youth Room on Sunday mornings as we dig deeper into God’s Word. All 6th graders and SR High youth start in the Youth Room for Pows and Wows and opening prayer. Then they split off into their own studies. Join us and let’s grow deeper in our faith!
SR High YOUTH
Come and spend the afternoon with us at Rader Family Farms! We will be going out on Sunday, October 18th from 2-6:00PM. Cost is $20.00, which includes admission, donut and cider! Friends are welcome, just sign them up. We need everyone to sign-up by October15th so that Christy can get our tickets in advance and allow us to not wait in line.
SR High YOUTH NIGHTS
Join us for a weekly time to connect, play, pray, and grow in our faith. We meet each Wednesday, from 7-8:30PM in the church gym. Friends are always welcome! Here is a look at our schedule for this month:
- October 7 Theme Night—Glow Night!
- October 14 Fusion Night— Games and connect
- October 21 Rooted Night—Small Group Night!
- October 28 Service Night—Come and see what we do!

IMPACT Leadership Team

Our leadership team’s mission is to “Inspire youth to live for the LORD in ways that leave lasting IMPACT!”

Leadership team meets monthly to grow in their faith, develop leadership skills, plan activities and serve in a variety of ways at our events.

Our team this year is growing in leadership characteristics as well as confidence in writing and sharing devotions.

TRINITY YOUTH SUNDAY MORNING

Our discipleship time on Sunday mornings from 9:30 to 10:15AM, provides an opportunity for youth and adults to be spiritually filled as we study scripture and grow in our spiritual habits. We also want youth to be relationally connected with one another through sharing our stories and encouraging each other on a regular basis.

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TRINITY YOUTH FAITH MILESTONES

As God’s family we have an opportunity to pause at important moments in our journey of faith to celebrate God’s work, remember God’s faithfulness, and pass on faith in Jesus from one generation to the next. We call these meaningful, memorable moments in the lives of individuals, families, and our congregation, the Faith Milestones.

PRETEEN FAITH MILESTONE : 5/6th GRADE MOTHER/DAUGHTER, FATHER/SON

All Faith Milestones are in partnership with Family Life Ministry.

HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL

Trinity’s Co-Ed High School Basketball Teams provide excellent moments of Christian fellowship and sportsmanship. In addition to regularly scheduled practices and games, the teams participate in our Holiday Invitational Tournament, various other tournaments and the State Championship Tournament. Throughout the years, the dedication and Godly example of our coaches have continued to make this ministry a success.

Practices are once a week, generally on Thursdays from 7-9:00PM. Anyone who is in high school and does not currently play for their school basketball team can join us. If you are interested, please reach out to Christy!

UKANDU CHICAGO MISSION TRIP

UKANDU CHICAGO MISSION TRIP 2026

From June 21–27, 159 participants from seven LCMS congregations, including Trinity Lutheran, served throughout the Chicago area during UKANDU Chicago 2026. Under the theme "No Fear," teams partnered with 15 churches, schools, and ministries through construction, painting, landscaping, outreach, Vacation Bible School, media, and support projects. Each day was centered on worship, prayer, fellowship, and sharing the love of Christ through service.