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Young ones are a critical part of our congregational life. Their sense of wonder is a gift to us all. We believe families are the most important influence in a child’s faith development, so we partner with you to help your children discover God’s love and to live their developing faith in everyday life.
Questions about anything you see here? Have an idea of a great event? Contact Director of Children’s Ministries Lily Askegaard, she would love to talk with you about it!
Grades Pre-K to 6th Grade
December 11, 2022 | During 9:30 am Worship
Celebratory Cookie Reception to Follow Service
We are excited to announce the title and theme for Normandale’s 2022 Sunday School Christmas Program is inspired by the English Christmas Carol “The Friendly Beasts.” Our children will be telling the Christmas story from the perspective of the animals present as Jesus’ birth. All Sunday School children will learn and perform Christmas songs in worship. If you want to practice the Christmas Carols at home, click on the link below!
There’s something for all ages this summer: Vacation Bible School, Camp Vermillion Trip, Summer Stretch Day Camp, and Wilderness Canoe Base Camping Trip! Click on the Information Page to learn more about each program and register at the link below. Please register your child with their current grade level. Scholarships are available for every program, talk to Lily if you are in need of a scholarship. Come hangout with us all summer!
Registration is now closed. If you would like to sign-up for summer programming, email Lily to inquire about space in each event.
Cherub Choir
Wednesdays | 5:00 – 5:45pm
Open to singers in kindergarten – grade 2
Children’s Choir
Wednesdays | 6:00 – 6:45 pm
Open to singers in grades 3 – 6
Music is a priority here, and we start building strong voices early! We invite all kindergarten through grade 6 students to participate in our active choir program. Choirs rehearse weekly to prepare for once monthly performances in worship. Community building activities and fun will be intertwined into the rehearsal experience and schedule. Join us! Rehearsals will begin September 13, 2023. Singers are welcome to join mid-season.
Directed by Director of Children’s Ministry & Music Lily Askegaard. Feel free to email Lily with questions!
Age 3 – Grade 4
Sundays, starting September 17, 2023
10:40-11:30 am
Sunday School classes meet in age-appropriate large groups for musical instruction with a lead music teacher. Each grade level will also have small group teachers to facilitate games, discussion, and hands-on projects. Throughout the year, Sunday School children will learn songs during music class and will be invited to share this music during Sunday worship services.
Grades 5-6
Wednesdays, starting September 13, 2023
7:00 – 7:45 pm
We have created a youth group experience for your older kids. We’re excited to engage them in a more age-appropriate level of learning, while building community and excitement for the confirmation program, which will begin in grade 7.
Questions about what SPARK looks like? Contact Lily Askegaard, Director of Children’s Ministry & Music.
Age 3 – Grade 4
Milestones in a child’s faith life. Faith Markers help connect families to each other and to the congregation. As a beautiful coincidence, these opportunities also strengthen your family’s relationship with God.
Grades 3-5
We extend a special invitation for communion instruction for families with children in grades 3-5, but also welcome instruction for younger children and their families. Whether this is your child’s first communion or your child has communed for many years, this instruction is a time to find deep connection in this sacrament of the Lutheran church.
It's a really fun and welcoming place. I like the people at Normandale, they make me feel important.
For the youngest members of our community, faith-based educational experiences are offered through Normandale Preschool (age 33 months to 5 years) and Blessing Place (age 18-33 months).
Have general questions about our incredible Children, Youth, and Family Ministry program?
Contact Lily Askegaard, our Director of Children’s Ministry & Music.
Lily is always happy to help and share more about all the great stuff we have going on!
