At Bethel, we are committed to providing a supportive, engaging, and faith-filled environment for students in 6th through 12th grade. Our Youth Ministry is designed to help young people grow in their relationship with God, build lasting friendships, and discover their unique purpose in the world. Through Bible study, service projects, social events, and retreats, we create opportunities for students to connect with one another, learn more about their faith, and live out God’s love in meaningful ways.
Whether you’re looking to deepen your spiritual life, have fun, or make a difference in the world, Bethel’s Youth Ministry is a place where you belong. Join us as we grow together in faith, friendship, and service!
MIDDLE SCHOOL YOUTH GROUP
Confirmation Instruction for 7th and 8th Grade
Sundays 10-11:30am
Join us for Bible Year instruction, snacks, games and fun every Sunday morning in the lower level youth room
Every third Sunday of the month we meet in the library to discuss the service, sermon and scripture before heading downstairs for youth activities.
Note: No class on the following dates: Oct 4 (retreat); Dec 20-Jan 3 (Christmas break); Feb 7 (retreat); March 21,28 (Spring break/Easter)
For more information contact Heather Rainwater Moen: heather@bethel-madison.org
Or, just come and see!
HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH
High School Coffee Connections
Barrique – 2505 University Ave, Madison, WI 53705
2nd and 4th Fridays 4:00-5:00pm
Beginning September 11, 2026
Drop in Anytime!
YOUTH SOCIALS
6th-12th grade:
Trunk or Treat: Saturday Oct 24 2:30-5:30pm, Bethel parking lot
Christmas Party: Save the Date! Sunday December 13 6-8pm
Winter Escape Room, Spring Social, After-Easter Peep Roast Location and dates TBD.
YOUTH RETREATS
6th-12th grade, Required for confirmands
Location: Bethel Horizons Camp, Dodgeville
Dates:
Oct 2-4, 2026
Youth Retreat is open to all Bethel youth in grades 6-12. Each participant may bring 1 friend if desired.
Drop off at Bethel Church Friday Oct 2 at 5:30pm for dinner.
Bus departs for Horizons from Bethel parking lot at 6:30pm.
Pick up from Bethel parking lot foyer Sunday Oct 4 at 11:00 am.
Please register your child, and a friend if they choose to bring one, by September 22.
Feb 5-7, 2026
Details coming this winter.
Note that a medical release form must be on file for all participants.
Please contact Heather with any questions: heather@bethel-madison.org
FAITH IN ACTION SERVICE CLUB
6th-12th grade. Parents welcome but not required to attend.
Click Here to Register – FIA Service Club
Luke House Community Meal Program
310 S. Ingersoll Street, Madison
Sunday Oct 18, 2026, 5-7pm
Feb 21, 2027, 5-7pm
Click to Register – Luke House (10/18)
Babies and Beyond Supply Store
1922 S. Stoughton Road, Madison
Saturday September 19, 2026 8:30am-12:30pm (with lunch)
Saturday April 3, 2027 8:30am-12:30pm (with lunch)
Link for more information: Babies & Beyond – Sharing Resources, Empowering Families
Register Here – Babies and Beyond (9/19)