Jeff Gambrino
Youth Pastor
The Mission of Candlelight Youth Group is to love the Lord our God with all our heart, soul, and strength and encourage others to do likewise. We know that a personal relationship with the Lord is just that, personal. Our goal is to walk with students on their journey from childhood to adulthood and inspire youth to not only trust Jesus but love Him with all they have. We do this through:
Verse by verse bible teaching
Studies in apologetics
Sincere worship
Small groups
Christian mentoring
Fellowship
Jeff’s Bio: Jeff Gambrino has been a member of Candlelight since 2020. He, his wife Amanda, and his four children have lived in Idaho for the last 8 years. He holds a B.A. in Music Education and a M.Ed. in Secondary Education. Jeff came to know Christ at a young age and the Lord has been faithful to mature him throughout his life. In his college years, he heard The Lord calling him to minister to young people. With a passion for music and this new calling from God, he chose a career in music education. For the past six years, Jeff has ministered to our community as a middle school and high school band and choir teacher in North Idaho. Now on staff at Candlelight, he serves with his teaching experience, his musical gifts, and his love for God’s children.
Contact Pastor Jeff Gambrino: jeffg@candlelight.org
7th – 12th Grade Bible Study
10:30 am
Meet after worship in the church lobby.
Youth leaders will walk with the youth over to Skate Plaza.
Wednesday Youth Group – 7th thru 12th Grade
6 pm to 8 pm at Skate Plaza
Dinner Provided
Events
Save the Date: Youth Summer Camp
Friday, August 14, 2026 to Sunday, August 16, 2026
Youth Summer Retreat is coming up, and we are looking forward to an amazing weekend with Candlelight Youth! Students will spend two nights at Camp Lutherhaven for worship, Bible teaching, small groups, games, meals, and plenty of fun with friends. This is more than just a weekend away. It’s a chance for students to grow in their faith, build friendships, hear God’s Word, and make memories that last long after summer is over.
Who Can Attend:
Middle School and High School Youth Group students
Cost: $160*
Deadline to Register: June 30, 2026
Dates: Friday evening, August 14–Sunday morning, August 16
Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Location: Camp Lutherhaven in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho
Required Forms
All students attending camp MUST complete the required forms.
- Release of Liability & Medical Release Form: Click HERE for the form, or pick up a copy at our Welcome Desk.
*Scholarships
At Candlelight, we don’t want finances to be the reason a student misses Youth Summer Retreat. We desire to make this retreat available for as many families as possible. To request a scholarship, please email Youth Pastor Jeff Gambrino at jeffg@candlelight.org.
Donations
Your generosity can help send our youth to retreat this summer and bless them with a weekend that points them toward Jesus. We welcome monetary donations and thank you for your generosity!
To donate, click HERE. Be sure to choose "Youth" in the dropdown menu, and designate it for Youth Summer Camp Scholarship
Questions? For questions, contact Youth Pastor Jeff Gambrino at jeffg@candlelight.org.
REGISTRATION OPENS SOON!
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