CHILDREN, YOUTH & FAMILIES
Our ministries across the first decades of life are uniquely designed for the time we live in, both helping to strengthen all forms of family and emphasizing the importance of younger voices in the life of the church. Our ongoing goal is for our children and youth to grow and participate in their vocation, and in their relationship with God, others, themselves, and their world.
WE BELIEVE
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Parents are the most important adults in their child’s faith life.
(See the National Study on Youth and Religion)
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God is active in all parts of family life, from changing diapers to college.
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Each age has a unique way of connecting to God and living out their faith.
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Being in community is a gift from God and an essential part of our faith lives.
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Baptismal promises shape our life together.
THE MESSAGE
Sundays during 9 am & 11 am Worship (October - April)
Kid-Style Faith-Talk
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Preschool-5th grade: Families start in worship, and kids are invited to leave with their group leaders after the children's sermon. Kids return to worship after the prayers of the people and participate in the rest of the service.
The Message offers families a time to worship together and a time for kids to dig into faith talks, music, and activities with their friends during the sermon.
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Preschool (3, 4, 5 yr.) Lower Level 203
Grades K-3- Youth Room
Grades 4-5- Lower Level 201
Registration coming soon - All are welcome!
FAMILY FAITH FORMATION
Wednesday evenings:
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Community Meal and Family Fellowship
5-6:30 pm in Good Shepherd Hall
Dinner is served! Start your Wednesday evenings off with a Community Meal in Good Shepherd Hall. Families are encouraged to sit together to connect and engage in a weekly self-led activity provided by the CYF team. We're always looking for volunteers to help with tasks throughout the evening. For more information on volunteering as well as the menu, click the buttons below.
Goodwill donations support this outreach ministry that also serves our neighbors. ​
Faithful Families (October - April)
5:45-6:05 pm in the Westwood Room
Come as a family to enjoy activities and service projects that spark God-talk. We gather together to grow faithful families through bible stories, interactive prayers, music, and rituals. Pastors serve open communion once a month; all are welcome to join in God's meal of grace.
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Registration coming soon - All are welcome!
MIDDLE SCHOOL
6-8th Grade Wednesday Evening Faith Activities & Groups (October-April)
At Westwood Lutheran Church, we strive to continue connecting youth in their faith journey through meaningful study, relationships, and friendships. We are committed to programming that includes fellowship, worship, study, service, and fun!
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6th Grade: Pre-Confirmation
Wednesdays (October-April) 6:30-7:30 pm
​6th-grade Pre-Confirmation works with big questions, such as: Who wrote the Bible —God or humans? Is God male? Is it ok to be angry at God?
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Grades 7, 8, 9: Parent/Student Learning and LAB (Learning And Belonging)
Wednesdays (October-April)
In Parent/Student Learning, each age group has a time to learn from the pastors. Parents attend class alongside their students.
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6:30-7:30 pm Parent/Student Learning
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9th - 1st Wed. of the month
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8th - 2nd Wed. of the month
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7th - 3rd Wed. of the month​​
6:30-7:30 pm LAB - Confirmation students attend in the Youth Room the weeks they do not have Parent/Student Learning.
Registration coming soon - All are welcome!
HIGH SCHOOL
9-12th Grade Faith Activities & Groups
Wednesday Nights (October-April) 7:30-8:30 pm
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At Westwood Lutheran Church, we connect young people through relationships by including faith in everyday life. Our philosophy of youth ministry is to engage young people, as well as adults, in ways that include depth and perspective on how we live as Christians in this world. We are committed to programming that includes fellowship, worship, study, service, and fun!
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YOUTHERANS (aka Senior High Youth Group)
​Join us weekly to engage in meaningful relationships, conversations, study, and fun!
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For more information about High School ministries & events, contact Alison Broman.
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Registration coming soon - All are welcome!
SUMMER CAMPS
Vacation Bible School (VBS) - Thank you for a successful 2025!
VBS is for campers 3 years old (potty-trained) to those entering sixth grade.
Check back for 2026 dates.
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​Camp Wapo
There are multiple options for Westwood kids and families at Camp Wapo.
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Seeds Summer Camp at Camp Wapo (Grades 1-3) is a perfect introduction to camp!
A weekend (3 day/2 nights) filled with fun, faith formation, silly games, worship, Bible study, singing, swimming, laughter, and making new friends.
Check back for 2026 dates.
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Wapo Weeklong (Grades 4-9) Campers experience a place of grace to meet new friends, grow closer to God, and make memories that will last a lifetime. Each day includes Bible study, chapel, cabin activities, free time, field games, campfires, and so much more.
Check back for 2026 dates.
Family Getaway (All ages) at Camp Wapo is July 25-27, 2025. Families come together for faith formation, fun, and family time! Make memories and bond with other Westwood families.
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Camp Westwood
This is for campers entering first through sixth grade.
Monday, August 18-Thursday, August 21, 2025 - registration is now full.
If you have questions about Camp Westwood, please email Alison Broman.