• Stellar VBS

    Vacation Bible School 2023!

    STELLAR will rocket kids on an out-of-this-world adventure that's light years of faith-building fun. Kids will be launched on a cosmic quest to shine Jesus' light to the world! 


    June 19-23, 2023


    UPDATE: STUDENT REGISTRATION IS FULL!

    300 students were registered in 11 hours! 

    We are hopeful to increase student capacity as we recruit more volunteers. 

    Continue to use the link below to volunteer or email our Children's Ministry Director, Ruth, to add students to the waitlist. 


    Vacation Bible School is a week-long summer program for kids ages 4 to those who have completed 5th grade. The three-hour morning program is divided into "stations" where kids experience Bible stories, learn with their senses in Imagination Station, hear real-life stories from other kids in KidVid Cinema, enjoy a lesson-themed snack, and play some games that also connect to what kids are learning each day.


    Registration for students will open on Wednesday, March 1 at 10:00 am and will remain open until we reach our current capacity of 350 students (150 preschool and 200 elementary). The capacity will be increased as more volunteers commit to serve as crew leaders. Click on the button below to register.


    Parents, please read the Permission document below, as well as, the "Details" tab of the registration page for answers to frequently asked questions.

     


    Volunteers (students currently in 6th grade and older), you can sign-up to serve NOW! If you have a heart for Jesus and work well with kids, we would love to have you! Even if serving directly with kids isn't your thing, don't worry, we still have a place for you! Check out the volunteer positions on the registration site using the link above and contact Ruth (info below) with any questions.

     


    STELLAR VBS REGISTRATION FOR STUDENTS AND VOLUNTEERS


    Permission, Emergency Medical Treatment, Photo/Video Release, and Behavior Expectations

  • kids MINISTRY

    Our goal is to partner together to empower and equip children to be all that they are called to be. The KidZone staff and volunteers put all their energies into creating an experience that will share God's Word with the kids while encouraging them to grow in their faith walk. Equally important is our commitment to making KidZone a safe and fun place for kids.


    KidZone is a place where kids experience that God is a Great Big God, and they are each part of His Great Big Story! We love partnering with families to help kids grow in their faith walk and develop a lasting friendship with Jesus. Click on the registration link below for more details and to register. 


    Preschool

    As preschoolers take their first steps in their walk with God, they form core beliefs and attitudes that can shape their faith for years to come. We introduce preschoolers to who God is and what His love means to them. We strive to give preschoolers a first impression of God in such a way that it makes a lasting impression in their hearts.


    Elementary

    The elementary years are such an exciting time! Our kids are growing so fast and they learn more every day! They transform from being totally dependent on us as toddlers to becoming more independent little people who are thinking new thoughts and dreaming new dreams. What a perfect time to teach them about the God who made them and loves them! We want our kids to become more like Jesus through engaging in our large group lessons and making meaningful connections in our small groups.



    Safety

    We ask families to stop at our registration desk where they will check in or complete a registration from and make a nametag. For your peace of mind, our volunteers are trained, screened, and ready to share Jesus' love with your child.


    Special Needs

    We love to partner with families of special needs children and will strive to find the path to learning about God’s love for all children. KidZone Buddies are one-on-one pairings within a KidZone small group for students who need accommodations because of learning disabilities, physical limitations, or behavioral struggles.


  • Children's Ministry Contacts:

    Ruth Woltmann

    Director of Children's Ministry

    rwoltmann@foclutheran.org

    763-434-7337 ext. 20


    Patti Nelson

    Administrative Assistant

    pnelson@foclutheran.org

    763-434-7337