High School
9th-12th Grade
What it’s all about…
For all our 9th to 12th graders out there, the high school ministry at House of Prayer is a great place to grow your faith and connect with new friends. We offer weekly meet-ups to check-in with friends, monthly fellowship gatherings, and service opportunities both at the church and in the community. We also take an annual adventure trip during the summer that is nurturing and transformational for each student participant.
Whether you regularly attend worship at House of Prayer or not, all are welcome to be a part of our exciting high school program!
Our Meet-ups
Volunteer with VBS Day Camp
June 16-20, 9am-3pm
Once again, we are having the counselors from Lutherhill visit us and lead us in a day camp at the church, Monday-Friday, from 9am-3pm. We need your help by hanging out with the elementary age youth, and making sure that they have fun! Plan on volunteering with us!
Canoe Trip Meeting
June 29th, 9:45am
This meeting is for the high school youth that will be going on the BWCA trip, as well as their parents. Come hear more details about what to expect and what to bring on this amazing adventure.
lunch @ noon.
3rd Sunday of the month at noon
June 29, August 3, September 21, October 19, November 16, December 21
Once a month our high school group grabs lunch together following the 11am worship service. Invite your friends to join us!
Ice Cream Sundays
July 6, August 3, September 7; 9:30am
A summer tradition! Join us between worship services for ice cream and fellowship.
Fill My Cup
2nd Sunday of the month at 9:45am
July 13, August 10, September 14, October 12, November 9, December 14
Fill My Cup is a time when high school youth gather at the church in order to check-in with each other, and to engage in Bible study on topics that are relevant today. Donuts are also on the menu!
Party on the Patio
July 13, 6-8pm
All members and friends of House of Prayer are invited to a patio party! Burgers, hot dogs, and cold beverages await you as we gather together. There will be a moonwalk for the kids, and LIVE music on the patio. Indoor A/C seating is also available. You won’t want to miss!
Canoe Trip to the Boundary Waters
July 18-25
Save the date! The high school group will be going on an adventure of a lifetime as they canoe and camp in Northern Minnesota in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area. More details to come!
Blessing of the Backpacks
August 10, both services
Bring your school backpacks to worship as we have a special blessing for them and for our students beginning the new school year!
Pool Party
August 17, 3-5pm
Families are invited to take a break from the summer heat and enjoy fun and fellowship at the Youngdahl residence. All are welcome!
Kick-off Sunday!
September 7, 9:45am
Come see all your old friends…and meet some new ones! Christian education and fellowship opportunities for all ages as we kick-off a new year of Sunday school.
Service Opportunities
Whether it is volunteering in the sound booth on a Sunday morning, raising money to build a water well in Africa by hosting a car wash, or assembling ready-to-go meals for the hungry, there are many ways for you to make a difference in this world…all while doing it with your friends!
At Home Homily.
Reflect on last Sunday’s gospel reading with this video message tailored specifically with our high school youth in mind!
Have a Question?
Do I have to be member of House of Prayer to attend high school events events??
No! While we would love for your family members to attend and become members, it is certainly not required.
Who can join the high school youth group?
Any high school aged student! We don't have any requirements or rules for joining, and are accepting of all people.
What happens at typical youth group meetings?
A typical youth group meeting will include socialization, fun activities, and some spiritual/devotional time. We also will have more social and other fun events throughout the year.
Are youth group events supervised?
Yes! All youth group events are run by our Youth Director, and will often have other adult volunteers in attendance, usually parents.
Are there volunteer opportunities for the youth?
Yes! We host one or two big service projects during the year. There are also numerous weekly opportunities to volunteer and assist during our Sunday worship.
How can parents get involved?
There are all sorts of ways parents can help foster a successful youth group. Carpools, picking up food or other needed supplies, and most importantly, volunteering to spend time with the youth, are all helpful and needed. Contact Stephen or any staff member to get connected and involved!
Talk to a Leader.
Meet Mark!
Mark Dellagiacoma is our Director of Youth and Family Ministries and has been serving in youth ministry for over 20 years. He is very passionate about meeting youth where they are at, and helping them to discover God in all that they do.
Mark plays guitar and loves teaching others how to play. In his spare time, he likes to repair and repurpose antiques, shop at thrift stores and estate sales, and do other outdoor activities with his daughter Marley (7th Grade).
Meet Dan!
Dan Glebe teaches high school Physics and first became a member of House of Prayer back in 1977. He really enjoys discussing his faith with the youth, and helping them understand what a great gift we have in Jesus!