Northern Kentucky Youth

The Northern Kentucky Youth Group is a place for youth from partnering churches around Northern Kentucky to belong. Join our bi-monthly meeting as we engage in fellowship, fun, and learning. Check this place frequently for upcoming events. You can contact the coordinator, John Hodges-Batzka, at [email protected].

Illumination Youth Kickoff Night

Sunday, September 7, 5:30-7:30
Lakeside Presbyterian Carriage House (2690 Dixie HWY, Lakeside Park)

Our 2025-2026 programming year officially begins on September 7! Youth are invited to an evening of food, games, and team building at the Lakeside Presbyterian Church Carriage House. RSVP today at this link.

Sunday Night Gathering

Sunday, September 14, 5:30-7:30
Lakeside Presbyterian Carriage House (2690 Dixie HWY, Lakeside Park)

Join us for the first regular (but always awesome) meeting of the Northern Kentucky Youth Group this Sunday. We’ll gather on Sunday, September 14 from 5:30-7:30 for dinner, games, a special lesson, and fellowship at the Lakeside Presbyterian Carriage House. We can’t wait to have you join us! Register at this link!

Park Outing

Sunday, September 21, 5:30-7:30
Highland Hills Park, Ft. Thomas, Shelter 2

It’s time for our first outing of the year with a special Park Outing! We’ll gather for an evening at Highland Hills Park, Shelter 2 on Sunday, September 21 from 5:30-7:30. Bring a picnic dinner and join the fun! Register at this link!

Scavenger Hunt Night

Sunday, September 28, 5:30-7:30
Crescent Springs Presbyterian Church

We have a special evening of fun planned with our friends from Crescent Springs Presbyterian Church. Join us on September 28 for an exciting evening of puzzles and challenges. Register at this link.

Presbytery Youth Gathering

Sunday, October 5, 5-7:30
Lakeside Presbyterian Church

Gather with youth from around the area for the Presbytery Youth Council’s Annual Fall Gathering. We’re hosting the event at Lakeside Presbyterian Church from 5-7:30 on October with an evening of food, games, and a special service project. Let us know you’re coming by filling out the form below.

Fall Celebration

Sunday, October 12
Location TBA

Join us for a special Fall Celebration on Sunday, October 12. More information and RSVP will be available soon.

Fall Retreat

Friday, October 17 – Saturday, October 18
Lakeside Presbyterian Church

Our second annual Fall Lock-In is coming up this October. Join us from Friday, October 17 – Saturday, October 18. More information and registration will be available soon!

Youth Gathering

Sunday, October 26, 5:30-7:30
Lakeside Presbyterian Church Carriage House

Join us for another regular (but always awesome) meeting of the Northern Kentucky Youth Group this Sunday. We’ll gather on Sunday, October 26 from 5:30-7:30 for dinner, games, a special lesson, and fellowship at the Lakeside Presbyterian Carriage House. We can’t wait to have you join us! Register at the link!

Youth Gathering

Sunday, November 2, 5:30-7:30
Lakeside Presbyterian Church Carriage House

Join us for another regular (but always awesome) meeting of the Northern Kentucky Youth Group this Sunday. We’ll gather on Sunday, November 2 from 5:30-7:30 for dinner, games, a special lesson, and fellowship at the Lakeside Presbyterian Carriage House. We can’t wait to have you join us! Register at this link!

Dinner Party

Sunday, November 9, 5:30-7:30
Lakeside Presbyterian Church

We’re holding another dinner party with a purpose with a special youth gathering. Join us as we enjoy dinner together and prepare meals for our neighbors at the Northern Kentucky Cold Shelter. RSVP Today!

Youth Game Night

Sunday, November 16, 5:30-7:30
Lakeside Presbyterian Church

It’s time for a little fun! Join us Sunday, November 16, from 5:30-7:30 with an evening of food, games, and more. Bring a board game to share! We hope you will join us! RSVP at this link.

Youth Gathering

Sunday, November 23, 5:30-7:30
Lakeside Presbyterian Church Carriage House

Join us for the next regular (but always awesome) meeting of the Northern Kentucky Youth Group this Sunday. We’ll gather on Sunday, November 23 from 5:30-7:30 for dinner, games, a special lesson, and fellowship at the Lakeside Presbyterian Carriage House. We can’t wait to have you join us! Register at the link!

No Youth Gathering

Sunday, November 30

Due to the Thanksgiving Holiday, there will be no youth gathering during the week of Sunday, November 30. See you on December 7 for the last gathering of the year!

Youth Christmas Party

Sunday, December 7, 5:30-7:30
Lakeside Presbyterian Carriage House

‘Tis the season! Join Illumination, the Northern Kentucky Youth Group for a special Christmas Party, Sunday, December 7 at the Lakeside Presbyterian Carriage House. We’ll decorate, share in dinner, and take part in a white elephant gift exchange (bring a wrapped gift valued between 5 and 10 dollars to take part). We hope you can join us as we celebrate the most joyous time of the year. Register at this link!

Meeting Calendar

Checkout and subscribe to the full Northern Kentucky Youth Calendar at this link.

Provide a Meal for a Youth Gathering

Looking for a way to get involved with the youth of Illumination? You can help out by providing a meal for one of our youth gatherings! Signups now available for the Fall ’25 Semester.

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Stay up-to-date with everything going on with the Northern Kentucky Youth Group by filling out the contact form at this link. We’ll make sure you get all of the information you need!

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