A Place Where Teens Belong & Faith Comes Alive

Navigating the teen years isn’t easy—but having a strong faith community makes all the difference. At Gloria Dei, our Teens & Tweens Ministry is a place where middle and high school students can ask questions, build friendships, and grow in their faith in a way that feels real and relevant.

Faith, Friends & Fun—Why Join Us?

At Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, we get that teens and tweens learn best through experience, community, and action. That’s why our youth ministry is designed to:

  • Help students explore faith in a way that makes sense to them.

  • Create a welcoming, judgment-free space where everyone belongs.

  • Offer engaging activities that help build friendships & confidence.

  • Provide service & mission opportunities to make a real impact.

We’re a community where teens grow, lead, and

discover who God created them to be.

What We Do

We may not meet every week, but when we do gather—it’s worth showing up for.

Youth Gatherings & Special Events

We host youth events throughout the year to bring students together for fun, faith, and connection.

What to Expect: Unique meet-ups like Ice-cream socials, game nights, retreats, and outdoor adventures.

How to Stay Updated: Check out our upcoming events and join us when you can!

Affirmation Classes

Affirmation classes help students explore their faith and make it their own. These classes help tweens and teens understand what it means to follow Jesus and live out their faith.

Who It’s For: Middle & high school students preparing for Confirmation.

What We Cover: Lutheran beliefs, faith discussions, and personal reflection.

Service Projects & Community Engagement

Faith is active—it’s something we live out through service and compassion. Our teens have the chance to make a difference through hands-on projects.

Opportunities Include: Volunteering at local shelters, food drives, and service projects that help the community.

Mission Trips

For students who want to step outside their comfort zones and grow spiritually, we offer life-changing mission trips where they can serve others and experience faith in action.

What to Expect: Travel, hands-on service, team-building, and unforgettable faith experiences.

What’s Happening for Teens?

Looking for youth events in Huntingdon Valley? We’ve got some fun and faith-filled experiences coming up!

  • Tween & Teen Ice Skating

    Sunday, February 23 from 12:30–2:30pm

    Whether you are a seasoned skater or a beginner, this is a fun chance to glide, twirl, and enjoy the ice with friends. Bring a friend, a family member, and your energy!

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  • Gloria Dei’s Ice Cream Social

    Sunday, January 12

    This was a delicious success as Tween & Teens indulged in a delightful experience of flavors and fun with a rousing life-size game of Hungry Hungry Hippos!

  • Sunday School Youth Volunteers

    Sundays, 10am

    Youth in 6th grade and above are welcome to volunteer in the Sunday School classroom.

    Contact Us

Have Questions? Let’s Connect!

We know every teen’s faith journey is unique. If you have questions, ideas, or just want to chat about getting involved, we’d love to hear from you!