children and family

Welcome to Trinity's 2024-25 program year

open to all

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At Trinity Lutheran we welcome children of all ages as important members of the body of Christ. Trinity wants to partner with parents to connect kids to God’s bigger story. Children’s Ministry supports the family in helping nurture Christian values and faith. We want you and your children to know that God loves you and you belong here. We want our youngest children to know that they are loved and cared for by Jesus and give them opportunities to learn about God through Bible stories, activities at Trinity Kids, faith milestones, and special events.

Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old they will not turn from it.

Proverbs 22:6

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Trinity Kids runs from September 8 to May 4, teaching children aged 2 through 5th grade the incredible faith stories in the Bible and connecting those stories to their lives. Our goal is to build up faithful kids who are learning and growing in the love of Jesus through:

  • Bible stories with monthly themes and key verses

  • Relevant life applications

  • Engaging videos

  • Large-group teaching and small-group activities

  • Games and crafts

  • Milestone celebrations and Grow in Faith events (e.g., receiving Bibles and first Communion)

Family Worship is scheduled monthly in place of Trinity Kids giving families the opportunity to worship together. For kids in worship we have busy bags, and a family friendly Pray-Ground in the front of the sanctuary, and a nursery. Trinity encourages kids and families to serve together at family worship through reading scripture, greeting, or ushering. Our hope is that kids at Trinity feel a part of a community of believers to be built up and strengthened in faith and love. Contact Julie to learn more!

KICKOFF SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

Text TK to Trinity 952-473-8577 or click the button below. Trinity Youth T-shirt included with registration.

youth choir

Trinity Lutheran offers a wonderful opportunity for children in grades K-5 to join a weekly choir ensemble. The choir performs in worship once a month and on several special occasions throughout the year. Rehearsals take place on Wednesdays from 4-5pm, with transportation available from Orono Public Schools directly to the church.

During rehearsals, students enjoy snack time together before gathering to explore their voices, create music, make new friends, and share the gift of praise. This enriching experience helps children develop their musical talents and become part of a welcoming community.

KICKOFF WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Email Mark Hemingway or click the Trinity Kids registration button above.

milestones/grow in faith
2024-25 schedule

We recognize important Milestones in the faith lives of children, and partner with parents to learn, grow, and celebrate these steps in children’s faith journey. Milestones are recognized in worship on Sunday mornings and Grow in Faith events also happen on Sundays.

  • September 8 | Welcome to Kindergarten
  • October 6 | 3-year-old and 3rd grade Bibles
  • October 13 | 2nd grade Serving Others
  • January 12 | Celebrations of Baptisms
  • February 2 | 4-year-old Prayer Pillows and 1st grade Caring Conversation
  • March 2 | 2-year-old My Church Book
  • April 13 | Welcome to Middle School (5th graders)
  • April 17 | 4th grade First Communion

A fun ministry for 4th and 5th grade kids to grow in faith and relationship with one another. We will meet the first Wednesday of each month* beginning October 2nd from 5:15-6pm in the youth room. Some of the things we will do at Club45 are devotionals, games, crafts/activities, a Bible lesson and connecting with friends.

*January we will meet on the 8th due to New Year’s holiday

BEGINS WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2024

Text CLUB45 to Trinity 952-473-8577 or click the button below.

Please sign up below to be part of the fun; two parent volunteers are needed each month. 

MOMCO (previously known as MOPS) is a ministry for moms to connect with other moms, grow in relationship with God, support one another in parenting joys and struggles, and make meaningful connections with each other. We meet the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month in the Youth Room. Childcare is provided in the nursery.

BEGINS THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Text MOM to Trinity 952-473-8577 or click the button below. 

first communion milestone

We are changing up the way we do First Communion, instead of a 4th grade specific milestone we invite parents to decide when their child is ready for their First Communion. Contact Julie with questions.

childcare

The nursery welcomes children up to age 3 at all Sunday worship services, some Wednesday evenings during Lent and some special events. Our nursery is staffed by loving paid staff who strive to provide a healthy, safe environment for children. 

summer camps

We have a great opportunity for families to go to Bible camp as well as 1st-8th grade summer camp programs for kids/youth. Trinity partners with Camp Wapo in Amery Wisconsin to offer kids and families a variety of summer camp experiences. Registrations open mid-January and spaces are held for Trinity until mid-February. Contact Julie with questions.

june 20-22, 2025

seeds summer camp (1st-3rd Grades) is the perfect introduction to camp for the youngest campers. The weekend is filled with fun and meaningful opportunities to learn and grow while having fun.

july 20-25, 2025

wapo week (4th-8th Grades) is a week of camp fun where kids participate in a bunch of fun activities including beach time, field games, campfires, cabin time, chapel, Bible studies, canteen, free time, Gaga, capture the flag, and more. Campers will experience a place of love and grace to meet new friends, try new activities, grow closer to God, and make great memories.

july 25-27, 2025

family camp is an opportunity for all ages and families of all shapes and sizes to go to camp for the weekend with their church friends. At family camp we play games together, tie dye, have evening campfires, play at the beach, have family Bible study activities, worship at the beach together Sunday morning and so much more! It’s fun for all ages from the littles to the teens and even the adults.

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vacation bible school

june 9-12, 2025 | 9am-12pm

Registration opens March 1st for True North VBS. Ages 3 years by June 1st through 4th grade. We will be diving into friendship with God under the sea. 

5th-7th graders can sign up to be crew helpers and 8th-12th graders can be crew leaders as well as adults. Volunteers are essential to make VBS a successful and great week for our kids. We need help with decorating, at home projects, crew leaders and week of VBS helpers, supply donations, as well as set up and take down volunteers. Thank you for the ways you support this important and faith-impacting week for our kids.

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