Confirmation is a middle school (grades 6-8) ministry where students grow in their faith, learn the Christian faith in the Lutheran tradition, and develop community in small groups to prepare them for their own Affirmation of Baptism. The Affirmation of Baptism is the opportunity for students to affirm for themselves the promises that their parents, sponsors, and congregation made for them at their baptism. Each year, 9th grade students are given the opportunity to affirm their faith on Reformation Sunday! 

Confirmation meets in The Underground Youth Center at Alleluia! Lutheran Church on Wednesday evenings from 6:00-7:30pm during the school year. During large group time, students will dive into the Old Testament & New Testament, discuss our Lutheran tradition, and explore what that means for living like Christ with Youth Ministries Director Kurtis Arndt. Students gather in small groups each Wednesday to connect with peers and small group leaders. Students are also encouraged and invited to participate in fellowship and service opportunities throughout the year! 

Have a student headed into 6th, 7th, or 8th grade?  NOW is the time to register for the 2025-26 Confirmation year.  The cost is $25.

We will meet Wednesday evenings, 6:00-7:30pm,
9/03/2025 - 4/29/2026. Please join us!

Contact Youth Director, Kurtis Arndt with questions.

email Director Kurtis Arndt

Register a student for confirmation

confirmation schedule 2025-2026

This little light of mine? I am going to let it shine!

     This simple song from younger years talks about letting the light of God shine bright through actions, being, and interactions with the surrounding world. This three word theme will serve our 2026 Mission Trip as a constant reminder as we spend time daily in scripture, in service, and in fellowship with each other.

     For our 2026 Youth Mission Trip we are headed to Iowa! We will depart on Saturday, June 27th, after lunch and be back at Alleluia! Lutheran Church before lunch, on Friday, July 3rd!

     Much of this trip's theme is getting away from the hustle and bustle, retreating to nature, exploring God's creation, and serving multiple communities in a variety of ways! We will be staying in Maquoketa, IA at Camp Shalom Christian Camp. Camp Shalom will serve as our basecamp throughout the trip, serving as our sleeping headquarters, place of dining for breakfast and dinner, and a place of retreat in the evenings for worship, daily debrief, and fun!

     During the day we will have opportunities to serve different communities in Maquoketa, Dubuque, and the Quad Cities. Specific places are still being planned, but as in previous years we will be serving different organizations in different ways daily!

     As always, there will be additional adventure during this trip as well, including a trip to Maquoketa Caves State Park and more!

     Registration and a student & family meeting will take place in mid-February! All current 8th - 12th Grade students are invited to participate on this unforgettable adventure!