LCMS Youth Gathering

The official page of the LCMS Youth Gathering. #LCMSYG This event is organized by LCMS Youth Ministry in Saint Louis, MO.

The LCMS Youth Gathering is an event held every three years for youth of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS) to spend time together in worship, God’s Word, prayer, song, and service. The Gathering provides young people an opportunity to learn more about God, Christianity, and their Lutheran identity. The next Gathering takes place in 2025 in New Orleans, LA.

07/19/2024

🎉The countdown begins!🎉 Just ONE YEAR until thousands of youth and adults gather in New Orleans for !

To learn more about our theme, ENDURE, visit the Gathering website at lcmsgathering.com.

07/16/2024

Leave a 👍 if you've submitted your application to serve as a YAV at !

07/15/2024

How we feel knowing over 100 young adults have already applied to serve with Orange Nation at !

Applications will remain open until December 31, 2024 at www.lcmsgathering.com/volunteer!

Photos from LCMS Youth Gathering's post 07/15/2024

Got questions about the Young Adult Volunteer application for ? We’ve got you covered! Check out these FAQs to get all the answers you need before starting your application.
www.lcmsgathering.com/volunteer

07/15/2024

Today's the day! The application to serve as a Young Adult Volunteer (YAV) is now OPEN!

Young Adults ages 19-25 are encouraged to stock up on their orange and apply to serve at !

Visit lcmsgathering.com/volunteer to learn more and apply.

07/14/2024

Raise your hand if you're applying to serve as a YAV when the application opens TOMORROW!

2025 LCMS Youth Gathering 07/12/2024

Sign up for Gathering Update emails to learn the latest news, opportunities, and special announcements for !

👉 Head to lcmsgathering.com click on "Subscribe for Gathering Updates" button at the bottom of the page.

2025 LCMS Youth Gathering The official website for the 2025 LCMS Youth Gathering, ENDURE. Join LCMS Youth Ministry and thousands of other LCMS Lutherans July 19-23, 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana.

07/09/2024

The Gathering Store is officially OPEN! 🛍️

Visit lcmsgathering.com/store to grab your exclusive ENDURE items! (and stay tuned for more items being added to the Store!)

07/09/2024

Get ready to grab your Gathering gear!🔜

07/08/2024

Start stocking up on your orange because the YAV application opens in 1 week!

07/02/2024

How we feel knowing the YAV application opens in 2 weeks!

06/26/2024

To all Directors of Christian Education (DCEs): We are thankful for your service to young people in congregations, organizations, and schools across the LCMS! Happy DCE Day!

06/02/2024

Sabbath is a time to remember who we are. Through Scripture we see we am loved children of God. We have a beautiful eternity waiting for us in heaven because of Jesus.

05/30/2024

to the last time participants gathered in the Superdome in 2016! We can't wait to be back in 2025!⚜️

Adult Leader Resources — 2025 LCMS Youth Gathering 05/23/2024

NEW Adult Leader Resources now available on the Gathering website! Download the "Equipping Your Supportive Adult Leader Team" and "Sample Meeting Agendas" to aid in your planning for !

Adult Leader Resources — 2025 LCMS Youth Gathering Prepare for the 2025 LCMS Youth Gathering with resources for Adult Leaders. Connect with your District Coordinator, download the Media Kit, and explore more about the city of New Orleans.

05/21/2024

Groups are encouraged to invite their friends to ? Include your youth's friends in your planning, fundraisers, and Bible Studies to connect them to the Gathering!

Photos from LCMS Youth Gathering's post 05/16/2024

📍 Let's talk group finders...
Group finders are not only a good way to keep our group together physically, but they're also a good way to express your group's creativity!

Group mascots, Adult Leader photos, or even Martin Luther are common group finders you'll see at !

05/15/2024

🔸Squad (Leader) Goals🔸

Young Adults who have previously served with Orange Nation and are looking to lead and serve again in 2025 are encouraged to apply to serve as a YAV Squad Leader!

The application to serve in this unique position is open now until July 1 at www.lcmsgathering.com/volunteer!
Please note: the general YAV application will open later in July.

05/14/2024

Do you know a graduating high school senior? 🎓

Graduating seniors are eligible to serve at as a Young Adult Volunteer (YAV)! Applications to join Orange Nation open THIS JULY!

Learn more at lcmsgathering.com/volunteer!

05/10/2024

What's on your summer check-list? Young adults are encouraged to join the Orange Nation servant event at Camp Restore in NOLA, July 24-28! Grab your spot at www.lcms-servantevents.org/need/detail/?need_id=859235

05/07/2024

If you're needing some of that YAV energy to get to the end of the school year, consider this an air high five 🙏!

05/07/2024

What's your go-to game?🃏

Whether your sitting in the airport, riding in the bus, or hanging out with your group, what games are you packing for some downtime at ?

05/03/2024

Meet your District Coordinators 👋 Regardless of your congregation’s location, District Coordinators are here to help you as you plan to attend . Visit lcmsgathering.com/district-coordinators to connect with your District Coordinator!

05/02/2024

Po'Boys, Beignets, Jambalaya, Gumbo, Boudin, Andouille, Crawfish Etouffee...the list goes on and on for the best foods in New Orleans!

What foods are you looking forward to trying during ?

04/30/2024

April is !🎷

As the birthplace of jazz, New Orleans you can expect to hear the melodies of brass bands on every corner of the city!

04/29/2024

Orange Nation is hosting an LCMS Servant Event at Camp Restore in New Orleans this summer, July 24-28. Spots are still available for those looking to serve, connect with other LCMS Young Adults, and get a sneak peek at the host city!
www.lcms-servantevents.org/need/detail/?need_id=859235

04/26/2024

The Crescent City has a long tradition of hosting !⚜️

At the 2025 LCMS Youth Gathering, participants will have the opportunity to connect with thousands of other Lutheran youth and adults, be encouraged in their life of faith and serve one another and the city of New Orleans.

Photos from LCMS Youth Gathering's post 04/25/2024

A little 💜 for our host city!

Visit our New Orleans Resource (www.neworleans.com/lcms-2025/) to learn more about the city.

04/22/2024

There's matching shirts and then there are matching shirts with your Adult Leader on them. 👕

04/18/2024

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Our Story

The LCMS Youth Gathering is an event held every three years for youth of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS) to spend time together in worship, God’s Word, prayer, song, and service. The Gathering provides young people an opportunity to learn more about God, Christianity, and their Lutheran identity. This event is organized by LCMS Youth Ministry in Saint Louis, MO. The next Gathering takes place July 11-15, 2019, in Minneapolis, MN.

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The Gathering Store is officially OPEN! 🛍️Visit lcmsgathering.com/store to grab your exclusive ENDURE items! (and stay t...
Welcome to New Orleans!
Why the Gathering?
1 Month to Apply for Gathering Ambassador!
Do you check the boxes? The Gathering Ambassador application is only open until March 15. Be sure to submit your applica...
2️⃣ months left to apply as a Gathering Ambassador!Adults 26 and older looking to serve in New Orleans have until March ...
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Ripped and Reconciled
Camp Lone Star Service Events
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