Children's Ministry

Baptism workshops are held regularly for those preparing for the sacrament.

During the hour-long workshop participants will get acquainted with one another, explore the meaning of the sacrament, and walk through the order of worship in preparation for the special day. Parents will go home with a bag of age-appropriate goodies to support faith at home.

To register for a workshop, schedule a baptism or for more information contact: Nancy Bixby at nbixby@spdlc.org or 763-475-7166.

Through the sacrament of Holy Communion, Christians have given thanks to God ever since Jesus first shared this sacred meal with the disciples.

A family-centered workshop to prepare children in grades 2 through 5 for the reception of their first communion is offered three times a year. Generally, children are ready for instruction when they start asking questions about their faith and Holy Communion.

For more information contact: Trisha Ragner, Director of Special Programming for Children at 763-475-7119 or by email.

Early Childhood Ministry celebrates the wonder of God’s love by encouraging, supporting and welcoming families of young children, ages newborn to three years old.

Programming includes Baptism Workshops, SPARK Bible Story Series, beginner Bibles for our 3-year-olds entering Faith Creek Church School, our annual Family Christmas Celebration, as well as many other opportunities for growth, fun and development.

For more information contact: Trisha Ragner, Early Childhood Ministry and Special Programming at 763-475-7119 or by email.

Faith Creek Church School for children age 3 by Sept. 1, through grade four, is offered during Sunday morning worship throughout the school year and on Sundays during the 9:45 a.m. service through the summer.

Following the Children’s Message, children are dismissed to their Faith Creek classes where the love of Jesus is shared with the children as they study God’s word through Bible stories, sing praises on Worship Weekend, and experience new adventures on Special Program Weekends. Children also learn about helping others through specific mission projects.

For more information contact: Kathy Hagedorn, Director of Children’s Ministry at 763-475-7138 or by email.

Faith Creek Friends is a ministry designed to teach children with special needs about the love of God in a small group setting. Leaders have backgrounds in working with children with special needs such as Down’s Syndrome and autism among others.

If you have a child or know of a child who might be interested in joining Faith Creek Friends or for more information contact: Kathy Hagedorn, Director of Children’s Ministry at 763-475-7138 or by email.

St. Philip the Deacon offers a number of special events for children and their families throughout the year. Guided by faithful leaders in a caring, Christian community, children gather with their peers and families for fun, fellowship and service. 

For more information contact: Trisha Ragner, Director of Special Programming for Children at 763-475-7119 or by email.

During the year between Faith Creek and Confirmation, fifth graders are encouraged to worship regularly with their families. They are also equipped to take on leadership roles serving as acolytes, readers, and ushers.  

Fifth graders also enjoy regular gatherings called Verse 5, where they continue to develop their faith in a peer group, prior to starting Confirmation in 6th grade.

For more information about Fifth Grade Ministry contact: Trisha Ragner, Director of Special Programming for Children at 763-475-7119 or by email.