NJ Synod Youth Ministry

09/05/2026

📣 Registration is NOW OPEN for the 2026 NJ Synod Youth Retreat!
Join us November 20–22 for a weekend full of faith, friends, fun, and time together at camp!

Cost: $100 per person
Location: Cross Roads Camp & Retreat Center
Grades: 6–12 + adult leaders

Register today: https://forms.gle/jeZWSPMdZwxPQwre8
⏳ Registration Deadline: November 6
Late Registration: November 7–16 ($125/person)
Scholarships and payment plans are available! We don’t want cost to keep anyone from joining us.

09/02/2026

🛶 Don’t miss out on the Atsion Lake Adventure! 🌊

⏰ Registration closes September 4!

Join the Youth Ministry Mission Team for a guided kayaking adventure on September 19! Whether you’re new to kayaking or already love being on the water, it’s a great chance to get outside, explore the Pine Barrens, and have fun together. 🌲

September 19 | 10 AM–1 PM
$15/person | Ages 6+

Register here https://forms.gle/7ppWe6xciQCu4nQa7
and come paddle with us! 🛶

08/26/2026

We are extending the registration deadline until September 4th. There's still time to register for this awesome event!

🛶 Atsion Lake Adventure! 🌊

Join us for a guided afternoon of kayaking at Atsion Lake! Whether you’re a first-time paddler or an experienced kayaker, come enjoy the beauty of nature, get outside, and have some fun together! 🌲

September 19 | 10 AM–1 PM
Atsion Lake, Shamong, NJ
$15/person | Ages 6+

Registration deadline: August 26!

👉 Register and find all the details here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSexPoXVbsx6zS82KSWzLp78OdyPr2UUoWl9WpzmPeoM1-4yOw/viewform

08/25/2026

Just a quick reminder to join us for this fun event!

🛶 Atsion Lake Adventure! 🌊

Join us for a guided afternoon of kayaking at Atsion Lake! Whether you’re a first-time paddler or an experienced kayaker, come enjoy the beauty of nature, get outside, and have some fun together! 🌲

September 19 | 10 AM–1 PM
Atsion Lake, Shamong, NJ
$15/person | Ages 6+

Registration deadline: August 26!

👉 Register and find all the details here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSexPoXVbsx6zS82KSWzLp78OdyPr2UUoWl9WpzmPeoM1-4yOw/viewform

08/24/2026

🛶 Atsion Lake Adventure! 🌊

Join us for a guided afternoon of kayaking at Atsion Lake! Whether you’re a first-time paddler or an experienced kayaker, come enjoy the beauty of nature, get outside, and have some fun together! 🌲

September 19 | 10 AM–1 PM
Atsion Lake, Shamong, NJ
$15/person | Ages 6+

Registration deadline: August 26!

👉 Register and find all the details here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSexPoXVbsx6zS82KSWzLp78OdyPr2UUoWl9WpzmPeoM1-4yOw/viewform

07/25/2026

⏰ Today's the last day to register!

Don't miss out on a great day of service, fellowship, and fun with the Youth Ministry Mission Team on Saturday, August 1 (rain date: August 8).

We'll begin the day by packing backpacks to support children and families in the greater Asbury Park area before heading to the beach for an afternoon of sun, sand, and time together.

🏖 Schedule:
• 8:45 AM – Arrive & light breakfast
• 9:00–11:00 AM – Service project
• 11:00 AM–2:00 PM – Beach time

This event is open to all ages, so grab your family and friends and join us!

Register by the end of today: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSds00ggdtZG1TF0deBjLsTHUmI1UebTekPdi_7qkAQph_D1wg/viewform

07/19/2026

🏖 Have you registered yet?

There's still time to join the Youth Ministry Mission Team for our Service & Beach Day on Saturday, August 1 (rain date: August 8)!

We'll spend the morning packing backpacks to support children and families in the greater Asbury Park area before heading to the beach for an afternoon of sun, fellowship, and fun.

☀️ All ages are welcome, so invite your family and friends and come spend the day with us!

Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSds00ggdtZG1TF0deBjLsTHUmI1UebTekPdi_7qkAQph_D1wg/viewform

07/13/2026

Looking for a meaningful way to spend a summer Saturday?

Come serve with the Youth Ministry Mission Team before enjoying a relaxing afternoon at the beach! 🌊

📅 Saturday, August 1 (Rain Date: August 8)
📍 Asbury Park

We'll spend the morning assembling backpacks for children and families in the greater Asbury Park area before heading to the beach for fellowship, sunshine, and fun.

☀️ All ages are welcome, so invite your family and friends!

🕘 8:45 AM – Light breakfast
🤝 9:00–11:00 AM – Backpack packing service project
🏖 11:00 AM–2:00 PM – Beach day

Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSds00ggdtZG1TF0deBjLsTHUmI1UebTekPdi_7qkAQph_D1wg/viewform

07/07/2026

The Youth Ministry Mission Team invites you to a day of sun, sand, and fellowship on Saturday, August 1st (rain date August 8th) from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM in Asbury Park.🏖

Bring your family, friends, and beach gear for a day filled with great company. We will begin with a service project at Atonement Lutheran Church. Whether you're building sandcastles or just soaking up the sun, there's something for everyone. This event is open to all ages. We can’t wait to see you there!😎

Timeline:
8:45am - Arrive & Light Breakfast
9-11am - Service Project: stuffing backpacks to support children and families in the greater Asbury Park area
11-2pm - Enjoy the beach day at Asbury Park!!

Registration and more details can be found here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSds00ggdtZG1TF0deBjLsTHUmI1UebTekPdi_7qkAQph_D1wg/viewform

06/02/2026

Update: there are only a few tickets left and sales will end on Friday at noon!

Join the Youth Ministry Mission Team at the Somerset Patriots Game on June 13th!⚾

Come at 6:00 pm on Saturday, June 13 for a picture on the field, watch the 7:05pm game, and then stay for the fireworks. Tickets are a special price of only $10.50 each, AND you will receive a $10 gift voucher towards your food that night, just see Debra Porowski at the park for your gift card.

Purchase your own tickets at the link below, and email us at [email protected] with any questions!

All families and ages are welcome!!!! Please invite your congregations!

Get more information and purchase your tickets here! https://so6.glitnirticketing.com/soticket/cms/view.php?id=tile_NJ+Synod+ELCA