These are some of the opportunities and activities at St. Michael for youth and families. Follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/youthsmlc for more photos, updates, and information.

Youth Fundraiser

St. Michael Lutheran Church shirts are now available! Proceeds from this campaign will go towards youth events which include summer camp, synod events and national youth gathering.

Long- and short-sleeve t-shirts are available, along with hoodie and crewneck sweatshirts, in a variety of colors.

Click here to place your order.

Families of Faith Monthly Gathering

On the 3rd Sunday of the month, you are invited to the Families of Faith Gathering at St. Michael.  Come at 4:15pm for a Bible Story, Craft, Music and a FREE dinner as a family. After that, the kids spend time playing games while the parents check in for conversation and support.  The event finishes about 6:15pm. 

The Water’s Edge Junior High Service Event

Youth and Adults gathered “at the Water’s edge” in Norfolk VA July 2023. Each year rising 7th-9th graders and their adult leaders from across the VA Synod come together to experience a week of Service, Learning, Worship, and Fun! Highlights from this year include:

  •  Serving at PIN (People in Need Ministry) sorting clothing, folding socks, preparing coffee bags, making cards and serving an ice-cream bar to some of the people in the VA Beach area who experience homelessness
  • Serving at the food bank at St. Mary’s Norfolk VA
  • Going on a Dolphin Cruise
  • Serving at ForKids, an organization that supports families with children either experiencing homelessness or on the verge
  • Worship
  • Beach Trips and so much more! 

Helping Others Together

Children, youth and their families have the opportunity to share the gift of God’s Love through service projects.

Vacation Bible School

VBS takes place during the summer and offers fun and learning for all ages. Registration for VBS 2024 is now open!

Confirmation Class

Youth grades 6th and above gather every 3rd Sunday of the month at 4pm for Confirmation Class. Our Class is currently meeting at Luther Memorial Lutheran Church.  

Scouting

Cub Scout Pack 158 for Boys and Girls k-5th grades. Meets Mondays from 7pm – 8pm. Follow them on Facebook at facebook.com/pack.158.blacksburg.

BSA Scout Troop 158 for Boys and Girls Grades 6th-12th. Meets every Thursday 7pm – 8:30pm. Follow Troop 158 on Facebook at facebook.com/Troop158.

Youth and Family Lending Library

Age Appropriate Bibles are available for everyone. Please contact the office at hope@stmlc.us for more information.