Youth Ministry
Growing together.
Whoever you are, wherever you're from, you are welcome here.
Join in the fun! St. John's Youth Groups provide a safe and adventurous experience for anyone seeking fellowship and a relationship with God in a no-pressure environment! For questions or to get connected, contact our Director of Youth Ministries, Matt Walton, at youth@sjdenver.org.
Calendars
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Youth
ROCKY MOUNTAIN YOUTH PRE-GATHERING
If you have a group going to the the summer gathering in New Orleans, join us for a fun and exciting Pre-Gathering event !
Date: April 5, 2025 - 2-6pm
Cost: $10 per person (covers dinner and event costs)
Location: St. John’s, 700 S. Franklin, Denver, CO 80209
2:00-2:30 PM – Check-in & Free Play
2:30-5:00 PM – Mixers, Games, Devotion, Worship, and District Info
5:00-6:00 PM – Dinner provided
Date: April 5, 2025 - 2-6pm
Cost: $10 per person (covers dinner and event costs)
Location: St. John’s, 700 S. Franklin, Denver, CO 80209
2:00-2:30 PM – Check-in & Free Play
2:30-5:00 PM – Mixers, Games, Devotion, Worship, and District Info
5:00-6:00 PM – Dinner provided
We have a page devoted to resources for parenting babies though teenagers!
Middle School
5th - 8th Grade
Youth Group
After some social time, we gather in a big circle for a discussion. We explore the Bible verse or theme for the night using both small-group and big-group questions. It’s a great opportunity for youth to share their thoughts and beliefs.
We end our evening with prayer and a high-energy game session. Since our games are full of movement and excitement, we encourage everyone to dress comfortably and ready to move!
- 6:30-8pm Wednesday nights, doors open at 6:15pm.
After some social time, we gather in a big circle for a discussion. We explore the Bible verse or theme for the night using both small-group and big-group questions. It’s a great opportunity for youth to share their thoughts and beliefs.
We end our evening with prayer and a high-energy game session. Since our games are full of movement and excitement, we encourage everyone to dress comfortably and ready to move!
First Communion Classes
First Communion is typically recommended for 5th graders and up, but we encourage parents to decide when their child is ready. These classes are offered once a year in the fall, and announcements will be shared with more details.
First Communion is typically recommended for 5th graders and up, but we encourage parents to decide when their child is ready. These classes are offered once a year in the fall, and announcements will be shared with more details.
Confirmation
Confirmation is a two-year program, recommended for 7th and 8th graders. It’s a time of learning about God’s Word and Lutheran doctrine, and it culminates in the Rite of Confirmation service.
When: Wednesday nights from 5-6pm
Where: Community Room
Youth Group: After Confirmation, students are welcome to stay for Youth Group from 6:30-8pm. Students who stay will also take turns providing dinner for the group.
Confirmation runs from September to the end of March. The Rite of Confirmation service is held on the Sunday after Easter at 9:45am.
Confirmation is a two-year program, recommended for 7th and 8th graders. It’s a time of learning about God’s Word and Lutheran doctrine, and it culminates in the Rite of Confirmation service.
When: Wednesday nights from 5-6pm
Where: Community Room
Youth Group: After Confirmation, students are welcome to stay for Youth Group from 6:30-8pm. Students who stay will also take turns providing dinner for the group.
Confirmation runs from September to the end of March. The Rite of Confirmation service is held on the Sunday after Easter at 9:45am.
Middle School
5th - 8th Grade
Youth Group
After some social time, we gather in a big circle for a discussion. We explore the Bible verse or theme for the night using both small-group and big-group questions. It’s a great opportunity for youth to share their thoughts and beliefs.
We end our evening with prayer and a high-energy game session. Since our games are full of movement and excitement, we encourage everyone to dress comfortably and ready to move!
- 6:30-8pm Wednesday nights, doors open at 6:15pm.
After some social time, we gather in a big circle for a discussion. We explore the Bible verse or theme for the night using both small-group and big-group questions. It’s a great opportunity for youth to share their thoughts and beliefs.
We end our evening with prayer and a high-energy game session. Since our games are full of movement and excitement, we encourage everyone to dress comfortably and ready to move!
First Communion Classes
First Communion is typically recommended for 5th graders and up, but we encourage parents to decide when their child is ready. These classes are offered once a year in the fall, and announcements will be shared with more details
First Communion is typically recommended for 5th graders and up, but we encourage parents to decide when their child is ready. These classes are offered once a year in the fall, and announcements will be shared with more details
Confirmation
Confirmation is a two-year program, recommended for 7th and 8th graders. It’s a time of learning about God’s Word and Lutheran doctrine, and it culminates in the Rite of Confirmation service.
When: Wednesday nights from 5-6pm
Where: Community Room
Youth Group: After Confirmation, students are welcome to stay for Youth Group from 6:30-8pm. Students who stay will also take turns providing dinner for the group.
Confirmation runs from September to the end of March. The Rite of Confirmation service is held on the Sunday after Easter at 9:45am.
Confirmation is a two-year program, recommended for 7th and 8th graders. It’s a time of learning about God’s Word and Lutheran doctrine, and it culminates in the Rite of Confirmation service.
When: Wednesday nights from 5-6pm
Where: Community Room
Youth Group: After Confirmation, students are welcome to stay for Youth Group from 6:30-8pm. Students who stay will also take turns providing dinner for the group.
Confirmation runs from September to the end of March. The Rite of Confirmation service is held on the Sunday after Easter at 9:45am.
High School
9th - 12th Grade
- 6:30-8pm Sundays
We encourage open conversations, mutual respect, and a deepening understanding of God's love and teachings. We engage our youth through thought-provoking discussions, interactive Bible studies, and interactive games. We can't wait to meet you!
Email youth@sjdenver.org for any questions.
High School
9th - 12th Grade
- 6:30-8pm Sundays
We encourage open conversations, mutual respect, and a deepening understanding of God's love and teachings. We engage our youth through thought-provoking discussions, interactive Bible studies, and interactive games.
Join us on Sundays from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM. We can't wait to meet you!
Email youth@sjdenver.org for any questions.
Meet Matt Walton, Director of Youth Ministries
Matt grew up in California. He graduated from Concordia University, Irvine, and received his first call to teach at Abiding Savior Lutheran Church and School. He then transitioned into youth ministry and was the Youth Director for four years. He became St. John's Director of Youth Ministries in 2012, and is also currently St. John's School's Middle School Advisor. He enjoys working through the Word and his faith in a community setting with peers and youth so that each can be raised up in discipleship of Christ! Matt has two great kids, Cassidy and Phoenix.
Contact Matt at 303-733-3777 x 117 or youth@sjdenver.org.
Contact Matt at 303-733-3777 x 117 or youth@sjdenver.org.
Meet Matt Walton, Director of Youth Ministries
Matt grew up in California. He graduated from Concordia University, Irvine, and received his first call to teach at Abiding Savior Lutheran Church and School. He then transitioned into youth ministry and was the Youth Director for four years. He became St. John's Director of Youth Ministries in 2012, and is also currently St. John's School's Middle School Advisor. He enjoys working through the Word and his faith in a community setting with peers and youth so that each can be raised up in discipleship of Christ! Matt has two great kids, Cassidy and Phoenix.
Contact Matt at 303-733-3777 x 117 or youth@sjdenver.org.
Contact Matt at 303-733-3777 x 117 or youth@sjdenver.org.