FORTS and SORTS 2023
June 18 - 24
"Serving and Sharing the Love of Jesus"
What is Forts and Sorts?
- An LCMS Youth Ministry servant event hosted by Messiah Lutheran Church, Holt, Michigan
- A way for you to help Youth Haven Ranch with construction, painting and general maintenance of their grounds
Who Can Attend Forts and Sorts?
- Youth - 14-18 years of age
- Adults - 21 years of age or older to be considered chaperones - we recommend one adult leader per six youth
How Much Does Forts and Sorts Cost?
- $200 per person
- A Deposit of $50.00 per person is required with registration
- Deposits are non-refundable but may be transferred to another individual
- We will take registrations until May 1, 2023 or until event is at capacity
What's Included with the Registration Fee?
- All meals from June 18 (dinner) to June 24 (lunch) as well as snacks
- Lodging - hotel-style 2-3 per room with private bathroom and shower
- T-shirt for every participant
- All activity fees are included (activities may include Bowling, Camp fire, Worship and Dinner at Messiah Lutheran Church/Youth Haven Ranch, Swimming, Ice Cream Party, Bible Study and Devotions)
What Is Not Included?
- Travel expenses to and from event
- Souvenirs and extra snacks at off-site activities
Who Has Been to Forts and Sorts?
- Following are some of the LCMS church youth groups that have joined us in previous years for the Forts and Sorts Servant Event.
- Mt Olive, Rockford, IL
- Redeemer, Oakmont, PA
- Messiah, Lakeville, MN
- St John, Stryker, OH
- Child of God, St Peters, MO
- Immanuel, Wisconsin Rapids, WI
- St John, Champaign, IL
- Peace, Shelby Township, MI
- Mount Olive, Norfolk, NE
There are now multiple ways to give to Messiah through our website.
You may use the black Donate button at the bottom of the page to give through Kindrid or
the yellow button below to give using PayPal. Also, giving to Messiah is available through text (serviced by Kindrid).
Please text 'Donate' to 517-210-0900 and follow the link provided.
Thank you for continuing to support the ministry of Messiah Lutheran Church.
You may use the black Donate button at the bottom of the page to give through Kindrid or
the yellow button below to give using PayPal. Also, giving to Messiah is available through text (serviced by Kindrid).
Please text 'Donate' to 517-210-0900 and follow the link provided.
Thank you for continuing to support the ministry of Messiah Lutheran Church.