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2027 National Youth Gathering
2024
The 2027 ELCA Youth Gathering is coming to Minneapolis, Minnesota, June 28–July 2, 2027, and we want YOU to be part of this unforgettable experience! Every three years, thousands of Lutheran high school students and adult leaders from across the country gather for a week of inspiring worship, meaningful service, engaging speakers, experiential learning, and lifelong friendships. The 2027 theme, "Imagine More," reminds us that God's power is at work within us, calling us to grow in faith, serve others, and discover that we are part of something much bigger than ourselves.
Registration opens October 21, 2026.
Information Meeting
Interested in learning more? Join us for an Information Meeting on Wednesday, July 22, at 6:00 PM! Enjoy pizza while we share trip details, fundraising opportunities, estimated costs, important dates, and answer any questions you may have. Whether you're ready to sign up or simply curious, we'd love to have you join us!
Who Can Attend?
Students entering 8th–12th grade in the fall of 2026 are eligible to attend the 2027 ELCA Youth Gathering with Gethsemane Lutheran Church. Adult leaders accompanying the group must be 21 years of age or older by the time of the Gathering.
Whether this is your first Youth Gathering or you've attended before, this is an incredible opportunity to deepen your faith, make lifelong friendships, serve alongside thousands of other Lutheran youth, and experience the wider ELCA community in a powerful way.
We hope you'll join us as we Imagine More in Minneapolis!
Let us know if you are interested HERE!
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Basket Fundraiser
All donations can be dropped off at the church!
20th Annual Ice Cream Social
Join us for our 20th Ice Cream Social! Our very first Ice Cream Social was held in 2006, right after the parade, and while a few things have changed over the years like adding our famous sloppy joes to the menu many traditions remain the same! As always, this is a free-will donation event, with all proceeds supporting the youth programs at Gethsemane Lutheran Church.
Burger & Brat Feed
Join us Sunday evening for the Burger & Brat Feed before the fireworks! Proceeds from the meal will also support GLC's youth programs, with a special focus on helping students attend the 2027 ELCA National Youth Gathering.