YOUTH PROGRAMS
SUNDAY SCHOOL
Children attend church with their parents and then head off to their classrooms following the Children’s Message, “The Sermon on the Steps”, for a Sunday School experience that combines Bible study and fun!
Recent Sunday School themes have included “Building Our Faith” where we integrated Lego activities, “Fishing in the Bible” - complete with fishing poles, and “Superheroes in the Bible.”
Young Children
Young children are welcome to attend church services. There is an unstaffed nursery available for family use, as well as activity bags at the church entrance.
Teens
Teens will use the curriculum Coffee and Character on most Sundays. The 3rd Sunday of the month is reserved for this age-group to remain in church and participate in worship with the rest of the congregation.
Confirmation
Confirmation classes are offered during the school year, leading up to the confirmation service in the spring. Students discuss a variety of issues as they explore their religion in general and their faith at weekly meetings. They make their own personal statement of faith on Confirmation Sunday, wearing stoles they have made that represent meaningful symbols of their journey.
additional youth programs
“Kick It”
"Kick It," our monthly evening of Bible lessons and activities, is open to all children and youth, with the emphasis on active! In the summer, our setting includes outdoor activities and a pool party! In the winter we enjoy indoor and outdoor activities such as sledding!
Mission Projects & Outreach
Young people also participate in our mission projects and outreach as important members of our church community. They run a fundraiser at the 4th of July celebration in Excelsior by selling space in our parking lots, serve as waitstaff at our fall Harvest Dinner, and pitch in wherever needed. Several of our youth have taken on independent leadership projects, such as collecting shoes, towels, and toiletries for the Simpson Shelter in Minneapolis and gathering socks for the Sox for Souls program.
Church Service
Youth read scripture, offer music, and help with ushering from time to time. Recently, a college freshman who grew up in the church volunteered to do the sermon. She was wonderful! The youth also help with the Noisy Offering. As stated by our Christian Education Coordinator, "Service to others is a big part of our faith and gives us an opportunity to offer kindness to others."
Contact us.
Questions about any of our youth programs or looking to get involved? Contact us and we’ll be happy to chat!