children & youth

Come explore our many exciting programs serving Central’s youngest community members! Want to learn more? Reach out to Jennifer Anderson, Director of Music and Youth Ministry, to learn how your child can be more involved in faith formation opportunities or how you can serve as a volunteer in these wonderful programs.

HAVE QUESTIONS OR IDEAS?
Jennifer Anderson, Director of Music & Youth Ministry
(651) 224-4728 ext. 103

teacher Recognition and graduate

Sunday is June 1!

Plan to attend worship on June 1 as we thank our teachers and recognize our graduates!  A few requests:  If you have been blessed by our staff teachers (and we all have!) please consider dropping off a card for them before worship on June 1. 

If you participate in the Central community and are graduating from High School, post-secondary school, or other higher education please talk with Jennifer Anderson by May 27 so that we include you.  You will be asked to participate in the service that morning.

Mini Camp Begins!

K -8th Graders:  Are you ready for MINI CAMP?!!!  This year’s theme is “North Star” – come up to the North Woods of Galilee and explore how God is our North Star, and how we see God’s beauty throughout all of creation. Mini Camp is full of creative ways of learning, hands-on activities, crafts, stories, and lots of fun.

Dates for Mini-Camp:

June 8

June 22

July 13

July 27

August 10

August 24

Mini-Camp is held during worship starting at the beginning of the service. Join us!

Friday Fun Night! (Drop-in Babysitting for ages 0 - 5th grade)

Drop-off and Pick-Up Information

• Feel free to drop-off your child anytime after 5:30 p.m. and pick-up before 8:00 p.m.

• No need to pre-register

• Please pull into the back entrance of the church (Turn left onto 9th from Minnesota Street). It’s the Minnesota Public Radio lot that we share.

• Free! Donations are welcome.

FAQ

Who is this event for?

All kiddos, from birth through 5th grade. Members, friends, classmates, neighbors…all are welcome!

What kinds of things will you do?

We’ll have lots of fun with different activities available throughout the evening, such as games, crafts, movies and snacks. Kids will be able to freely choose what activities they want to do. (The Littles will not be “free range”… we’ll make sure to keep them in the nursery for their safety!)

Should my child eat dinner before they come?

That’s probably a good idea; however, if you’re running out the door and short on time, we will have plenty of snacks to keep everyone happy.

Will this be religious?

No. While Central is a faith community, this particular event is not religious. It is a safe, fun event without any religious connections.

Who will be supervising my children?

Staff (adults who are professionals and passed background checks), Adult Volunteers, and Youth Volunteers. Adults will be in each room, and youth will be assisting.

What happens if I need to pick up my child in an emergency?

Please call 651-789-9612 if you need to reach us during the event in an emergency.

My child has special needs. Can they attend?

Of course! If your child has special needs, please contact jennifera@centralforgood.org ahead of time so that we can get to know your child, and to make sure we have the resources to ensure your child has a wonderful time!

What kind of church is this?

Well, we hope a good one! We know and love that families come in all shapes and sizes; we don’t think we have all the answers but if we can lend a hand, we will; and we actively work against Christian Nationalism in all its ugly forms.

Sunday Connection: EVERY SUNDAY FROM 10:30 - 11:30 A.M.
AGE: Grades K - 8

After ‘A Time for Children’ in worship, children and youth grades K - 8 are invited upstairs for a special time to hear Bible stories and engage with them in new ways - including skits, projects, art, drumming, singing, and games.

NURSERY CARE: EVERY SUNDAY FROM 9:30 - 11:30 A.M.
IN THE UPPER LEVEL NURSERY

AGE: Infants through age 6

Our youngest children are invited to spend the morning upstairs in our beautiful nursery with trained staff - playing, learning, and building friendships together.

Youth Groups

• Lifeboats eat lunch together and then have youth group until 1:00 p.m.

• Compass/Confirmation meet at 6:00 p.m. with Pastor Chris
  

EVERY SUNDAY FROM 9:30 - 11:30 A.M.
IN THE UPPER LEVEL NURSERY

AGE: Infants through age 6

Our youngest children are invited to spend the morning upstairs in our beautiful nursery with trained staff - playing, learning, and building friendships together.

EVERY SUNDAY FROM 10:30 - 11:30 A.M.
MEETS IN WORSHIP, THEN GOES UPSTAIRS

AGE: Grades K - 8

After ‘A Time for Children’ in worship, children and youth grades K - 8 are invited upstairs for a special time to hear Bible stories and engage with them in new ways - including skits, projects, art, drumming, singing, and games.