Children's Ministry

The best way to help children develop faith is to worship along with them! We offer Ice Cream Sundays (first Sundays of the month), each Ice Cream Sunday we share a shortened liturgy with elements specifically targeting children, and afterward everyone shares Ice Cream. 

Children are encouraged to participate as worship helpers! We are always looking for good acolytes (fire bearers), readers, and helpers. It is said if a child is moving they are learning- that's why we invite them to join in the actions of worship every Sunday.

For younger children who might need some support in the worship space, we have a play and pray space with seasonal activities designed for pre-readers. For new readers the best thing is to be with their family as they observe you pray, sing, and listen. We want to help children develop their spirituality and so noise is welcome in worship. 

Children are invited to Godly Play each Sunday at 9 AM. Godly Play provides structure for spiritual practice, the method engages our innate spirituality and nourishes use of religious language to make meaning from Biblical stories through the Creative Process. The Godly Play method firstly aims for fluency in the Christian language before adolenscence so the children entering this next stage of development have the ability to explore their existential limits and articulate their experiences in community. 

We're excited to share a new resource that will support and enrich the spiritual life of your family at home: The Little Box of Good News. This beautifully designed, quarterly box is filled with simple, meaningful activities and tools to help families engage with the love of Jesus in fun and creative ways. You can learn more at littleboxofgoodnews.com. All August there will be an example in the narthex for you to take a look.

At Christ the King Lutheran Church, we believe that faith is formed in the home through everyday moments of grace, prayer, and conversation. Family faith formation is not about adding more to your already busy schedule—it’s about inviting Christ into your daily rhythm and creating space for God’s presence in ordinary life. Whether you're sitting at the table, driving to school, or winding down before bedtime, these moments can be holy opportunities to share God’s love with your children. 

We believe faith formation should be open to everyone and have set aside a small fund to help your family with a year subscription if you need. Please use our discount code for 10% off! Our code is [CTK10]. If your family does need further help with a subscription, please contact me, and I will be sure you get the financial help you need.

The Little Box of Good News is designed to make that easier. Each quarter, you’ll find Bible-based reflections, hands-on crafts, and simple practices for living out your faith as a family. It’s not just a resource—it’s a gift of connection: to each other, to our faith community, and to Jesus. To start receiving boxes, either subscribe on the littleboxofgoodnews.com

Seasonal Events- nearly every month throughout the school year Christ the King offers a special event with games, prizes, food, surpises, and a chance to come together as a community and grow in faith! For example we host an Easter Extravaganza, St. Nicholas Festival, Trunk or Treat and so many more. Watch our calendar for information about upcoming events. 

On an "as needed" basis children and at least one caring adult are invited to take 1st Communion instruction with Pastor Laura. If you have a young person who would like to engage thier faith in this way, please call the office and we'll set up a class.