Youth Ministry
A note from our new Youth Director, Kristin Gierke
Hello, St. Matthew families, my name is Kristin Gierke and I am truly excited to begin my new adventure here at St. Matthew’s as your youth director. I look forward to meeting all of you and getting to know you. I am very excited to be working and helping the youth and congregation to grow in their faith and understanding of Gods language and grace.
I was born and raised in Mount Prospect and I currently reside in Arlington Heights. I am currently enrolled in the Adult Discipleship class here at St. Matthew and look forward to the completion and becoming a member. I previously have been a member at Our Saviors Lutheran Church in Arlington Heights. In 2012, I graduated from Carthage College with a degree in sociology. During the past six years I was employed by Bright Horizons Family Solutions as their Lead Kindergarten Prep teacher. These six years taught me so much and it was a great pathway into my new journey here at St. Matthew’s. I love spending time with my family and friends and also enjoy active recreation. Some of the activities I enjoy include swimming, rollerblading and any outdoor activity that gives me the opportunity to experience Gods great creations. My faith has always been at the front and center of my life, and I apply it to each aspect of my day. In my prayers each morning I ask that the holy spirit might lead and guide me on the path that he wants me to take and that he would provide me opportunities to share my faith with others. I truly feel that this opportunity to serve God as the Youth Director here at St. Matthew is the answer to those prayers. I ask for your prayers as I joyfully begin to serve you and work with the youth.
Hello, St. Matthew families, my name is Kristin Gierke and I am truly excited to begin my new adventure here at St. Matthew’s as your youth director. I look forward to meeting all of you and getting to know you. I am very excited to be working and helping the youth and congregation to grow in their faith and understanding of Gods language and grace.
I was born and raised in Mount Prospect and I currently reside in Arlington Heights. I am currently enrolled in the Adult Discipleship class here at St. Matthew and look forward to the completion and becoming a member. I previously have been a member at Our Saviors Lutheran Church in Arlington Heights. In 2012, I graduated from Carthage College with a degree in sociology. During the past six years I was employed by Bright Horizons Family Solutions as their Lead Kindergarten Prep teacher. These six years taught me so much and it was a great pathway into my new journey here at St. Matthew’s. I love spending time with my family and friends and also enjoy active recreation. Some of the activities I enjoy include swimming, rollerblading and any outdoor activity that gives me the opportunity to experience Gods great creations. My faith has always been at the front and center of my life, and I apply it to each aspect of my day. In my prayers each morning I ask that the holy spirit might lead and guide me on the path that he wants me to take and that he would provide me opportunities to share my faith with others. I truly feel that this opportunity to serve God as the Youth Director here at St. Matthew is the answer to those prayers. I ask for your prayers as I joyfully begin to serve you and work with the youth.
RSVP TODAY....
When: Saturday, November 10 @ 4:00pm
Where: Krueger Hall in St. Matthew Lutheran Church
Enjoy this great movie classic with crafts and snacks.
This is a free event for preschool - 4th grade students and their families.
RSVP at: gierke@stmattsonline.com
When: Saturday, November 10 @ 4:00pm
Where: Krueger Hall in St. Matthew Lutheran Church
Enjoy this great movie classic with crafts and snacks.
This is a free event for preschool - 4th grade students and their families.
RSVP at: gierke@stmattsonline.com
NATIONAL LUTHERAN YOUTH GATHERING
Held every 3 years since 1980, the LCMS Youth Gathering provides thousands of youth and adults the opportunity to come together as a community of God’€s people to learn more about Jesus Christ, the Christian faith and their Lutheran identity. The next Gathering will be held on July 11-15, 2019 in Minneapolis, MN. During the five days of the Gathering, youth spend time together in God’s word, worship, service, and fellowship with others from across the synod.
If you - or your youth - is interested in going and will be 14 years old at the time of the Gathering OR entering his or her ninth grade year at the time of the Gathering - sign up in Luther Hall or contact Pastor Blonski.
Held every 3 years since 1980, the LCMS Youth Gathering provides thousands of youth and adults the opportunity to come together as a community of God’€s people to learn more about Jesus Christ, the Christian faith and their Lutheran identity. The next Gathering will be held on July 11-15, 2019 in Minneapolis, MN. During the five days of the Gathering, youth spend time together in God’s word, worship, service, and fellowship with others from across the synod.
If you - or your youth - is interested in going and will be 14 years old at the time of the Gathering OR entering his or her ninth grade year at the time of the Gathering - sign up in Luther Hall or contact Pastor Blonski.
SAVE THE DATE......
Santa Breakfast - Saturday, December 8, 2018 @ 9:00am
Charlie Brown Christmas - Saturday, December 15, 2018 @ 4:00pm
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St. Matthew Lutheran Church & School
24500 North Old McHenry Road Hawthorn Woods, Illinois 60047 Phone: 847-438-7709 Fax: 847-438-0376 Email: smlcs@stmatts.net St. Matthew Early Childhood Center 24480 North Old McHenry Rd Hawthorn Woods, Illinois 60047 Phone: 847-438-6103 Fax: 847-438-0376 Email: shepard@stmattsonline.com Church & School Office Hours Monday - Friday 7:30am-3:00pm Weekend Service Times Saturday Evening: 5:30pm Sunday: 8:00am, 10;45am Full Schedule |
