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
Sundays at 10:30 AM
Meets upstairs in Room 201
Wednesdays, 6 PM–8 PM | Dinner Provided
Meeting at Bluegrass Park for the summer
Wednesdays, 6 PM–8 PM | Dinner Provided
Meeting at Bluegrass Park for the summer
Events
Youth Group Summer Nights @ Bluegrass Park
Our Middle School and High School Youth Groups are taking advantage of our glorious—but brief—Idaho summer by spending Wednesday nights at Bluegrass Park! Both groups will meet from 6–8 PM for the remainder of the summer. Dinner is provided, so come ready for food, fellowship, and plenty of outdoor fun!
Bluegrass Park
6071 N. Courcelles Parkway
Coeur d’Alene, ID 83815
Questions? Email JeffG@Candlelight.org
Youth Kickball Game
Sunday, September 13, 2026 - 12:30 PM
CANCELED DUE TO WEATHER!
Stay tuned for updates about a possible reschedule!
AWANA 2026/2027
Thursday, September 17, 2026
Our 2026–2027 AWANA program starts soon, and we are excited to welcome the kids back!
AWANA gives children and students the opportunity to grow in their knowledge of God’s Word, memorize Scripture, build friendships, and learn how biblical truth applies to everyday life.
We offer AWANA from preschool through high school
Cubbies, Sparks, and T&T meet Thursdays at 6 PM.
Trek and Journey meet Sundays at 6 PM.
We are also looking for volunteers for the upcoming season! AWANA is made possible by adults who are willing to invest in our kids—and the more volunteers we have, the more children we are able to welcome into the program.
Click HERE to register your kids for AWANA
Click HERE to volunteer with AWANA
Be Bold for Jesus Youth Trip
Friday, October 2, 2026 to Saturday, October 3, 2026
Be Bold for Jesus is coming—and Candlelight Youth is going!
Middle school and high school students are invited to join us for two packed days at the Be Bold for Jesus Conference in Spokane, October 2–3. From early morning to late evening, students will spend both days surrounded by thousands of other young people, hearing powerful biblical teaching, worshiping together, and being challenged to stand boldly for Christ in the world they are growing up in.
Our group will leave Candlelight around 6 AM each morning and return around 10 PM, giving students two complete days at the Spokane Convention Center. The cost is just $100 per student and includes both days of conference admission, breakfast snacks, lunch, and dinner.
Scholarships are available; we do not want students to miss out due to financial reasons.
Conference Details
Friday & Saturday, October 2–3
6 AM–10 PM each day
Spokane Convention Center
334 W Spokane Falls Blvd., Spokane, WA
Group transportation is being arranged, we are hoping to be able to travel together as a group and will update when arangements are finalized. Students who choose to travel separately will still need to meet up and remain with the Candlelight Youth group during the event.
Space is limited, and registration closes Wednesday, September 16. TICKETS ARE FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED! Don’t miss two incredible days of worship, teaching, and encouragement to Be Bold for Jesus!
Click HERE to register.
Click HERE to register with a scholarship request.
Other Youth Ministries
AWANA Clubs
Awana is designed to provide physical, social, mental, and spiritual activities for children. It’s a great way to develop new friends, and learn how the Bible relates to today’s needs. The goal is to introduce boys and girls to Jesus Christ, and reinforce the life principles found in the Bible. Programs begin at age 3 all the way up to high school. Awana trains adults & high school teens as volunteers to work in all the programs.
Click HERE for more info
American Heritage Girls
Changing Girls’ Lives and Leading Them Towards a More Christ-Centered Life
American Heritage Girls (AHG) was founded by a group of parents wanting a faith-based, scout-type character development program for their daughters in 1995. The AHG Program is dedicated to the mission of building women of integrity through service to God, family, community and country. AHG girls across the nation and the globe participate in badge programs, service projects, leadership opportunities, and outdoor experiences, all with an emphasis on Christian values and family involvement.
Click HERE for more info
Trail Life
Trail Life is a Christ-centered, high adventure ministry for boys that endeavors to “be the premier national character development organization for young men which produces godly and responsible husbands, fathers and citizens.” This program, for K-12th grade, centers on outdoor experiences that build skills and allow the youth to grow on a personal level and as a role model for his peers. Living the Trail Life is a journey established on timeless values derived from the Bible.
Click HERE for more info
