All 9th-12th students are invited to the Synod’s annual Senior High Youth Gathering on April 10th – 11th, 2026 at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church in Redwood Falls. Lodging will be at Redwood Lodge. This event is coordinated & planned by the SW MN Synod Lutheran Youth Organization (LYO). 

Our theme this year is “Refuge in The Chaos” based on Psalm 46:1-2. 

We have an outstanding gathering planned for you! Including:

• Speaker: Tera Elness
• Band: SW MN Synod Youth Band
• Nightlife: Variety of activities including games, snacks, dance, large group games, relaxing space for prayer, etc.
• Small Groups: Sessions led by youth to help dig deeper into the theme
• Lively worship, dancing, singing, fun, faith and relationship-building 
• Service Project: Meaningful service learning and opportunities to grow
• LYO Board Elections

Registration:
Click here to register!
Registration opens January 28th @ 6:00pm and closes March 5th @ 6:00pm.
$65 per person (Jan. 28-Feb. 28)
$80 per person (March 1-March 5)
Please view and download the gathering packet for more information.

Links: 
– Gathering Packet
– LYO Board Online Application
– Small Group Leaders Application
– Gathering Covenant
– Gathering Release Form
-Gathering Hotel Form