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Lutheran Pioneers

Training up
the next
generation.

Helping congregations nurture boys in the Lord through Christian teaching, life skills, fellowship, and service.

A boy learning to turn a pen on a lathe with adult guidance
Faith in action. Skills for life.
Begin your Pioneer journeyFor Parents Start a Train

A place to grow

One ministry.
Many ways to take part.

01

Bring your curiosity.

Explore activities and adventures for boys.

For boys ↗02

Build on a Christian foundation.

Discover practical learning, fellowship, and service.

For parents ↗03

Help the next generation grow.

Find curriculum, registration, supplies, and support.

For leaders ↗

Plan your next adventure

Coming up
in 2027.

All events ↗
17APRIL

International
Pine Car Derby

Explore the event ↗
14–18JULY

Family
Adventure Days

Explore the event ↗
A group of boys with their bicycles, from the Lutheran Pioneers website

Rooted in the congregation

More than
the adventure.

Pioneers brings Christian teaching into practical learning, leadership, fellowship, and service. Local groups are called Trains and are guided by their congregation and pastor.

Meet Lutheran Pioneers

No local Train?

Ask about Train 1000.

Families without a local group can ask about virtual Train 1000. Contact the office for guidance on taking part.

Connect with the office ↗

1951–2026

75 years of Pioneers.

Explore the anniversary and the history of Lutheran Pioneers.

Explore our story ↗

For girls

Lutheran Girl Pioneers

Looking for the girls’ program? Lutheran Girl Pioneers has its own website.

Visit Lutheran Girl Pioneers