The title and mission of St. John’s Youth Ministry. Explore this page to find out about the various events, activities and rhythms of IM Youth.
About IM Youth
Welcome to Immeasurably More! The name of our youth ministry comes from Ephesians 3, where Paul prays that the people of God would know and love the God who can do immeasurably more than we can imagine. That is the same prayer that we lift up for all our students who participate in Immeasurably More (IM).
Rather than a traditional, weekly youth group format, IM follows a more flexible schedule. You can learn more about various events and activities below! We look forward to seeing you soon!
Unless otherwise specified, IM is open to all students in grades 7-12.
If you are coming for your first time, welcome! We know checking out a new group and/or church can be intimidating, so we have specific events designed to help make your first time attending less nerve-wracking! Check below to find an event that you are comfortable coming to for the first time. We are glad to have you!
What is unplugged?
Once a month, we host a Family Night for all junior & senior high youth and their families. All ages are welcome, from grandparents to parents to siblings to students. Each UnPlugged begins with a full meal in the Kairos Room (adjacent to Sanctuary), so come hungry! After dinner, we transition into the Sanctuary for a time of worship, where we sing, hear a brief devotion, and share Holy Communion together. After worship, we have some games and activities to let loose a bit and have a good laugh! UnPlugged is an IM favorite, so we hope to see you there! Please let us know your family headcount and any dietary restrictions so we can prepare food accordingly.
Unplugged dates - Winter/Spring 2024
February 7 - 6:30 PM
April 10 - 6:30 PM
May 8 - 6:30 PM
June 5 - 6:30 PM
homework nights - Winter/Spring 2024
Monday, January 22
Monday, February 26
Monday, March 18
Monday, April 15
Wednesday, May 29
join us at starbucks!
Once a month, we host a homework night at the Starbucks at 8720 NE Centerpointe Dr, Vancouver, WA 98665. Whether you need some help with some work or just a change of scenery to crank through some studying, join us from 6-8 PM on these nights and enjoy free drinks and treats to help you keep going!
Deep Dive dates - fall 2023
January 30 - Catholicism
February 13 - Orthodoxy
February 27 - Church of the Nazarene
March 12 - TBD
March 26 - TBD
April 9 - TBD
May 7 - TBD
May 21 - TBD
June 4 - TBD
Deep Dive: Denominations - Christianity’s Family tree
Did you know that there are literally thousands of Christian denominations? What makes the Lutheran tradition different and unique?
Each week in our Denominations study, we’ll have the chance to sit down with a priest, pastor or theologian from a different Christian tradition, to learn about what makes it unique, how it compares to Lutheranism and how we can work together in Biblical unity.
Join us from 7-8:15 on the dates to the right!
Our 2021 Idaho Servant Adventures Group
2024 UPCOMING EVENTS
trampoline park excursion
All students in grades 7-12 are welcome to join us for an afternoon at the Vancouver Sky Zone Trampoline park. Registration is due Wednesday, January 31. You can sign up using the link below:
Date: February 4, 2:30-4 PM Cost: Free Register: HERE
Great wolf lodge spring break day
What better way to enjoy Spring Break that riding the waterslides and wave pools of the Great Wolf Lodge? All students in grades 7-12 are welcome to join for a half day pass. Registration is due Sunday, February 25th to ensure your spot. We will be departing St. John at 2 PM and returning by Midnight.
Date: Thurs, April 4:2-11:30 PM Cost: $35 Register: HERE
2024 San Juan Bike Trip
The tradition continues! For decades, our youth have traveled up to the beautiful San Juan Islands for a week of biking, camping, exploring and bonfires! This is a fantastic way to experience one of the most beautiful places in Washington alongside some great people. Whether you are a beginner on a bike or have been riding for years, the islands are a great opportunity to both challenge your skills and to have a blast. Join us in July for this trip of a lifetime!
Dates: July 6-10 Grades: 8-12 (and graduating seniors)
Early Registration Cost (by April 30): $100
Late Registration Cost (by May 31): $125
Register: Online | Downloadable Form
Got any more questions? Contact our Director of Youth and Young Adults - David Schrampfer - at david@stjohnlc.com or visit our IG Page, immeasurably_more_stjohn for more information