Foundations Summer Study: High School Students

Foundations: Summer Study for High School Students

Interested in building a faith that lasts this summer? High school students (grades 9–12) are invited to join Foundations for Bible study, meaningful conversation, and community in small boys and girls groups. Click event title to READ MORE & REGISTER!

Sunday Kids@First Classes

Kids@First Sundays

Help your children grow in faith, build friendships, and discover God’s love in a caring, Christ-centered environment! We’re excited to walk alongside your child as they grow in their faith this year!
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Wyldlife Summer Camp: Middle School

Wyldlife Summer Camp 2026

Join us for Wyldlife Summer Camp, a fun and meaningful week for students in grades 6 – 8. It’s a chance to make new friends, step away from everyday routines, and grow in faith. Don’t miss this unforgettable summer experience!
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Luther Crest Day Camp: Grades K – 5

Luther Crest Day Camp 26

Get ready for a summer of fun, faith, and friendship at Luther Crest Day Camp for kids ages Kindergarten – Grade 5! Campers will enjoy songs, crafts, Bible adventures, and swim time – all in one exciting, full-day experience. Perfect for younger campers, this is a great way to explore camp life without staying overnight!
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Young Life Summer Camp: High School

Young Life Summer Camp 2026

High School students in Grades 9 – 12 (outgoing) are invited to High School Summer Camp at Timber Wolf Lake June 12 – 17, 2026 in Lake City, Michigan. We will depart June 11 and return June 18. Hope to see you at this awesome summer camp where you’ll connect with friends and grow your faith!
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Vacation Bible X-perience: Age 3 – Gr. 5

VBX 2026

Registration for Vacation Bible X-perience (VBX) is open for children ages 3 – Grade 5! This year’s adventure, Lost Planet: The Way Home, launches kids into an out-of-this-world journey as they discover that Jesus is the way, the truth, and the life. Along the way, they’ll meet unforgettable characters, sing and dance along to music, and learn what it means to stay connected to the One who leads us home. We’re excited for another great week together this summer!
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3rd Graders Receive Bibles

3rd Graders Receive Bibles

Celebrate this special milestone as 3rd graders receive their very own Bibles during the 10:30 a.m. Celebration Service. Families are encouraged to attend and support their children. After the service all 3rd graders and their families are asked to attend a short class at 11:30 a.m. to learn how to use the Bible — plus enjoy some pizza together!

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3rd Graders Receive Bibles

3rd Graders Receive Bibles

Celebrate this special milestone as 3rd graders receive their very own Bibles during the 10:30 a.m. Celebration Service. Families are encouraged to attend and support their children. After the service all 3rd graders and their families are asked to attend a short class at 11:30 a.m. to learn how to use the Bible — plus enjoy some pizza together!

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Backpack Blessing

Backpack Blessing 2025

Students and school staff are invited to bring their backpacks for a special blessing during both worship services before the start of the school year. Hope to see you there!
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Backpack Blessing

Backpack Blessing 2025

Students and school staff are invited to bring their backpacks for a special blessing during both worship services before the start of the school year. Hope to see you there!
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Young Life Classes

Young Life Wednesday Classes

Big things are happening this year—and we want you to be part of it! We’re partnering with Young Life to create a space for high school students to show up, be real, and grow deeper in faith, friendships, and purpose. 
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Confirmation Classes

Confirmation - Wednesday Classes

Confirmation is a meaningful step in a young person’s faith journey — where questions are welcomed, relationships are built, and faith becomes their own. This program is designed for 7th and 8th graders, helping them explore what it means to follow Jesus and live out their faith with confidence and purpose.
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56ers Classes

56ers Wednesday Classes

Fun, friendship, and growing in faith — 56ers is the place to be on Wednesday nights! This midweek gathering is designed for 5th and 6th graders, giving preteens a space to connect with others, have a blast, and discover how to live out God’s love in everyday life. Help your children grow in faith, build friendships, and discover God’s love in a caring, Christ-centered environment!
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Wednesday Kids@First Classes

Kids@First Wednesdays

Help your children grow in faith, build friendships, and discover God’s love in a caring, Christ-centered environment! We’re excited to walk alongside your child as they grow in their faith this year!
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Sunday Kids@First Classes

Kids@First Sundays

Help your children grow in faith, build friendships, and discover God’s love in a caring, Christ-centered environment! We’re excited to walk alongside your child as they grow in their faith this year!
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FLC Night at Skate City

FLC Night at Skate City

Come for a night of skating, music, and fun! Cost is $5/per person. Open to all ages (including adults!) Please register and pay at the Welcome Desk.
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Youth: Thrive Thursday

Thrive Thursdays - 5th - 8th Grade - Summer 2025

5th – 8th Graders are invited to meet at Longfellow playground for “Stay Alert and Aware – Don’t Get Caught Off Guard Spiritually” devotional and games. This is a FREE event!
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Youth: Thrive Thursday

Thrive Thursdays - 5th - 8th Grade - Summer 2025

5th – 8th Graders are invited to the newly renovated Island Park Pool for some fun in the sun!
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Youth: Thrive Thursday

Thrive Thursdays - 5th - 8th Grade - Summer 2025

5th – 8th Graders are invited to meet at Oak Grove Park shelter for “Don’t Just Play the Course – Trust the Creator” devotional and frisbee golf!
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END OF YEAR YOUTH CELEBRATIONS

End of Year Youth Celebrations

Our youth will end their classes for this school year on May 14 and will go out in style with some celebrations to mark an amazing year!
*Kids@First and 56ers (Grades 5 & 6): 5:30 – 7 p.m. there will be bouncy castles and ice cream in the staff parking lot (west lot). Kids@First parents/guardians are encouraged to attend with their children!
*Confirmation (Grades 7 & 8): 7 – 8 p.m. will meet at church and go to Silver Linings for ice cream.
*Youth Group (Grades 9 – 12): 8 – 9 p.m. will meet at Xcalibuar (707 28th Ave. N. Fargo). Youth, please find your own transportation there. If you need help with a ride, please contact Alexis at abachmeier@flcfargo.org. First Lutheran will pay for bowling and pizza, but youth need to pay for shoes @ $5/person.

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VACATION BIBLE EXPERIENCE | JUNE 9 – 12, 6 – 8 p.m.

a happy group of kids in green camp t-shirts surrounding their happy youth leader

• for kids age 3 (as of June 1, 2025, and toilet trained) – 5th grade
• Hope Lutheran North Campus: 2900 N. Broadway, Fargo, ND
• $30/kid or $50/family
• Online registration closed, but walk-in registration on day of camp is available!

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CASTAWAY | JULY 30 – AUGUST 3

Youth smiling and pulling a rope during tug-a-war

• for current 6th-8th graders & friends
• bus to and from camp
• need 14-16 leaders­—leaders attend free!
• FLC price $325
• registration now closed

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