Adult Leader Resources
These resources have been created to help Adult Leaders, both volunteer and professional church workers, prepare their group to attend the Gathering. Be sure to connect with your district’s District Coordinator, download the Gathering Media Kit resources, and learn more about the City of New Orleans to get ready for the Gathering. New resources are added regularly, so check back often!
Gathering Update Zoom
Recordings of monthly Gathering Updates hosted by the LCMS Youth Ministry office. Click on the video to the right to see the entire playlist of past Gathering Updates. (Updated 11/2024)
Monthly checklist outlining key tasks and deadlines to ensure thorough and organized Gathering planning.
(Updated 11/2024)
Recordings of monthly Gathering Updates hosted by the LCMS Youth Ministry office.
(Updated 11/2024)
Get familiar with common terms you’ll hear throughout the 2025 Gathering planning process.
(Updated 10/2023)
Learn more about the theme for the 2025 LCMS Youth Gathering.
(Updated 10/2023)
Prepare for planning meetings with youth and parents and mark important Gathering dates.
(Updated 10/2024)
An Excel sheet to help your group prepare financially.
(Updated 5/2024)
Tips for fundraising, including 100+ fundraiser ideas.
(Updated 12/2023)
Identify and manage risks as you care for youth and adults.
(Updated 2/2024)
Group and Technology covenants to set a foundation of expectations for youth and adults.
(Updated 3/2024)
A Day in the Life of the Gathering (Video)
Walk through what you can expect to experience at the Gathering.
(Updated 4/2024)
Equipping Your Supportive Adult Leader Team
Learn how to select, equip, and train your supportive Adult Leaders.
(Updated 6/2024)
Ready-to-use sample meeting agendas to prepare youth, parents, and Adult Leaders.
(Updated 9/2024)
Traveling and Serving Well in New Orleans
Essential group travel tips, advice for navigating the Gathering, guidance for handling Bourbon St., and fostering a servant attitude.
(Updated 7/2024)
Information to order your group’s LCEF Visa cards for the 2025 LCMS Youth Gathering.
(Updated 8/2024)
Prepare your group for the Gathering, facilitate conversations around the theme, and connect the Gathering to the church at large.
(Updated 8/2024)
Connecting and Thanking Your Congregations
Guide to building relationships and involving your congregation through support and gratitude in your Gathering journey.
(Updated 10/2024)