YOUTH MINISTRIES
Faith Milestones
So many important faith milestones, including Baptism and Communion, happen during the childhood years. The parents, caregivers, baptismal sponsors, confirmation mentors and the entire congregation have a wonderful and serious responsibility. Living in the baptismal covenant means proclaiming to children the Good News of God’s abundant love and grace. This love and grace is manifested in Baptism and Communion, and it is revealed in God’s Word, the Lord’s Prayer, the Ten Commandments, the Creed, and ultimately in our daily life.
Living Grace Lutheran Church seeks to partner with families through education and a supportive community. We provide instruction for children to help them feel comfortable, ready and at ease as they approach the mystery of God’s presence in the sacraments and other faith milestones.
Baptism
Baptism is entrance into the community of God’s people—the birth into a great family. Baptism initiates a lifelong journey that shapes every aspect of our lives and gives meaning to every moment. Baptism classes are held throughout the year. Please contact the church office for more information.
Entrance into Sunday School
Entering Sunday School is a milestone for children age 3 and is a big step for both children and their parents! Children need assurances that Sunday School is a safe place for them, and their parents need to learn that Sunday School is a ministry that partners with the home to pass on faith, values, and character formation. Partnering home and congregation is emphasized through a look at baptismal promises of God and the baptismal commitments of parents and other caregivers. This milestone is celebrated on Rally Day, in the fall of each year.
Sunday School for Ages 3 through Confirmation
Our Sunday School is a great place for children to come and learn about the word of God in a comfortable, loving environment. We use the lectionary-based curriculum “Whirl” Curriculum. Students participate in a lesson that correlates to the scriptures read in worship. Our lessons are hands on and help children connect what they are learning at church to the rest of their world.
Living Grace offers youth opportunities for fellowship, fun, service and prayer. We offer special opportunities such as service projects, retreats, summer camp and mission trips. Check out the church calendar for upcoming activities.
Confirmation
To confirm your faith in Jesus Christ you need to Learn It! Live It! and Believe It! The Confirmation program at Living Grace partners with Gran-Park-Rollag Parish. It is designed for eighth through ninth grade students (though students older than ninth grade are welcome to participate). Our curriculum offers an approach that is both theologically sound and teen-relevant. Students work on a two year rotation, studying the Small Catechism, the Old Testament and New Testament, as well as what it means to be a disciple. Confirmation classes meet during September through May, concluding with the Affirmation of Baptism service for those completing the program.
Classes are held on Wednesday evenings at Rollag Lutheran. 6 PM Meal, 6:45-8 PM Class.
The confirmation students also help serve in worship and fellowship during Sunday worship and assist in congregational service projects and community outreach events.
All students, grades are welcome to become a part of this ministry at Living Grace.
So many important faith milestones, including Baptism and Communion, happen during the childhood years. The parents, caregivers, baptismal sponsors, confirmation mentors and the entire congregation have a wonderful and serious responsibility. Living in the baptismal covenant means proclaiming to children the Good News of God’s abundant love and grace. This love and grace is manifested in Baptism and Communion, and it is revealed in God’s Word, the Lord’s Prayer, the Ten Commandments, the Creed, and ultimately in our daily life.
Living Grace Lutheran Church seeks to partner with families through education and a supportive community. We provide instruction for children to help them feel comfortable, ready and at ease as they approach the mystery of God’s presence in the sacraments and other faith milestones.
Baptism
Baptism is entrance into the community of God’s people—the birth into a great family. Baptism initiates a lifelong journey that shapes every aspect of our lives and gives meaning to every moment. Baptism classes are held throughout the year. Please contact the church office for more information.
Entrance into Sunday School
Entering Sunday School is a milestone for children age 3 and is a big step for both children and their parents! Children need assurances that Sunday School is a safe place for them, and their parents need to learn that Sunday School is a ministry that partners with the home to pass on faith, values, and character formation. Partnering home and congregation is emphasized through a look at baptismal promises of God and the baptismal commitments of parents and other caregivers. This milestone is celebrated on Rally Day, in the fall of each year.
Sunday School for Ages 3 through Confirmation
Our Sunday School is a great place for children to come and learn about the word of God in a comfortable, loving environment. We use the lectionary-based curriculum “Whirl” Curriculum. Students participate in a lesson that correlates to the scriptures read in worship. Our lessons are hands on and help children connect what they are learning at church to the rest of their world.
Living Grace offers youth opportunities for fellowship, fun, service and prayer. We offer special opportunities such as service projects, retreats, summer camp and mission trips. Check out the church calendar for upcoming activities.
Confirmation
To confirm your faith in Jesus Christ you need to Learn It! Live It! and Believe It! The Confirmation program at Living Grace partners with Gran-Park-Rollag Parish. It is designed for eighth through ninth grade students (though students older than ninth grade are welcome to participate). Our curriculum offers an approach that is both theologically sound and teen-relevant. Students work on a two year rotation, studying the Small Catechism, the Old Testament and New Testament, as well as what it means to be a disciple. Confirmation classes meet during September through May, concluding with the Affirmation of Baptism service for those completing the program.
Classes are held on Wednesday evenings at Rollag Lutheran. 6 PM Meal, 6:45-8 PM Class.
The confirmation students also help serve in worship and fellowship during Sunday worship and assist in congregational service projects and community outreach events.
All students, grades are welcome to become a part of this ministry at Living Grace.