Children & Youth - Lutheran Church of the Cross

Youth & Children Ministries

Nursery

During our Sunday Service, we have the nursery for age 0-3 years old, self service for parents to use.

Children’s Time

Children ages preschool through grade 5 are dismissed to the Youth Room for age appropriate lessons and activities relative to the day’s lectionary bible readings.

Both worship services have children’s time.

Each week, children, youth and adults are encouraged to come together around Word, song, and Sacrament to hear from God, be nourished by the gifts of grace, and be sent into the week in faith and service. Children are welcome to be in worship with their parents and participate fully in the service.

Youth are welcome to provide leadership through various aspects of the service as acolytes, readers/lectors, ushers, assistant ministers or sound/projection assistant

Participating in Worship

We value the participation and engagement of all ages, especially young ones in worship. In both worship services we have a play area right up front for younger ones with toys and coloring options.

In addition in our Family worship at 10:45 kids have a change to engage and assist in worship every week. They are invited to join discussions, dance to songs, and assist in duties.

In traditional worship we offer a sign up opportunity for kids to perform a vocal or instrumental song, help lead prayers, read scripture lessons, or assist in other duties in worship on special Sundays. You can learn more about these We(e) Worship Sundays and how to sign up your child by following the link below.

The Youth Events

Youth are welcome and encouraged to be part of all aspects of congregational life together. Elementary and Middle School events are held regularly as LCC seeks to connect youth with each other and those around them and deepen their relationship with God.

Confirmation

The opportunity to be part of the confirmation program here at LCC occurs at the age when young people are in a time of discovery in their lives. Time spent in confirmation classes is intended to provide students with opportunities to explore their faith and how it relates to the world around them, the church and their personal lives. During this time they are also part of an intentional faith community of peers and adults who are there to help support, challenge and shepherd them throughout their journey.

Schedule of Upcoming Youth and Family Events

MS-Middle School (5th-8th Grade)

ES- Elementary School (K-4th Grade)

Events are from 6 to 8 PM

9/7/24 — MS Gym Event

9/21/24 — ES Backwards Party

10/23/24 — Trunk or Treat

11/2/24 — MS Having a Ball

11/16/24 — ES Thanksgiving Party

1/18/25 — ES Having a Ball

2/1/25 — MS Jewelry Making

2/22/25 — ES Spring Growth

4/17/25 — ES Summer of God’s Love

Want to register or learn more?

Contact Lori Bell at studentmin@mylcc.com

Vacation Bible School (VBS)

June 2-6, 2025

A time of fun, forming friendships, fellowship and learning, VBS is for Kindergarten through completed 5th graders. Registration is required in advanced.