Abiding Savior strives to promote youth ministry by creating a safe and healthy environment for all youth to comfortably express their faith and love for Jesus Christ and one another. Youth are valued here and their guidance and leadership are greatly appreciated throughout the ministries of the church. If you have any questions about Youth Ministry at Abiding Savior, please contact Youth Director Andy Pothen at youth@abidingsavior.org or 763-784-5120. Please click on the links below to see how you can become involved in activities at ASLC!!
Youth Center Renovations! Exciting News! Check out the new renovations happening in the Youth Center! There is more than just new paint, there are new games, new furniture, and more to come. In partnership with caring and dedicated adults, the Youth are transforming the Youth Center into “their space” in the church. A space where they can feel welcomed, safe, encouraged, and a space where they are guaranteed to have fun.
Youth in High School at Abiding Savior have many opportunities to learn about God, grow in their faith, and of course, have lots of fun. They build lasting relationships as they learn to care about each other and about all of God’s creation. Their leadership is valued in working with younger children. High School kids take a summer mission trip somewhere in the USA and meet weekly on Wednesday evenings throughout the school year. There are also several High School events planned throughout the year. Click here to visit the High School web site to find out more about events and activities.
Middle School youth at Abiding Savior enjoy a close relationship with one another. They meet monthly for Middle School Events and weekly for Confirmation. They participate in worship leadership as acolytes. Each summer they participate in Summer Stretch every Wednesday spending half the day doing servant projects around the Twin Cities and the other half having fun at a local beach, waterpark, or Valleyfair. Click here to visit the Middle School web site to find out more about events and activities.
Confirmation is not only a “rite of passage” at Abiding Savior, it is also a very important time for Middle School kids to explore their faith, ask important questions, grow closer to God and one another, and believe it or, to have fun! The Pastors of Abiding Savior work closely with the Confirmation program teaching weekly lessons. During the Season of Lent, the Confirmation kids meet with a mentor in the faith and attend worship with their mentor learning from them about how to live their lives in God’s love. Students begin Confirmation in the Fall of sixth grade and are confirmed in a big celebratory service in the Fall of ninth grade. Click here to find out more about Confirmation and to see the Confirmation schedule.
Youth Director
Andy Pothen
I am the youth director at Abiding Savior Lutheran Church. I have been a member here since I began confirmation in 6th grade, and I will be forever grateful for the way ASLC has shaped my life. I come from a relatively small family: my mom Chris, my dad Mark, and my brother Eric. My family means a lot to me and I have been fortunate enough to be able to grow in faith with them as they are all members of Abiding Savior. Besides my work at ASLC, I also work full time with juveniles who are on probation in Hennepin County. This is a very challenging, and eye opening job as many of the youth I work with struggle to make it day to day. In my free time you can find me cheering on the Vikings and Twins. I am a die-hard fan and don't miss a game. I also enjoy playing sports, fishing, getting away to the lake, and spending time with friends!
