My journey in faith began when I was baptized at the age of 8 ½ months here, at St. Johns. I followed baptism with enrollment in the Sunday school program which I continue to attend, most recently participating in Breakfast Club. Like my parents who have been lifelong Lutherans, I was confirmed in May 2017.
I try to attend church as much as possible; you can usually find my parents, younger brother Ian, & I at the 10:30 service. Whenever I am in church, I try to help in any way I can. My service to St. John’s began with acolyting. You can also find me gift presenting with my family, lighting the Advent wreath, or, my newest role is serving as a lector, which I enjoy, when I don’t mix up the order of the second reading and the psalm. I’ve also helped at the annual spaghetti supper as a server, a role which I really enjoy. Through my participation in Sunday School, I’ve been involved with/helped with planning Super Bowl of Caring, collections for the homeless, a youth game night, and preparing and serving breakfast to other Sunday School classes at the beginning of the school year, to name a few activities.
I have always considered myself a people person, and I especially enjoy working with and teaching children. I am considering a career in teaching. For several years, I’ve helped at Vacation Bible School, both with the groups during dinner fellowship and with leading games during the evening. A new venture for me will be assisting with Sunday School for grades 4-6 for the 2018-2019 school year. I’m looking forward to helping the children expand their Lutheran faith.
In January I accepted a position on church council as the church’s youth representative. I was highly honored to take this position, as it is a very humbling experience to serve alongside great people to make decisions in the church.
I am excited for what the Lord holds for me in the future! Thanks be to God!