Children’s Ministry (Newborn – 5th Grade)
Supporting families as they nurture their kids in faith.
Sunday Mornings Wendesdays Choirs Life Events
Children, Youth, and Family Ministries (CYF) at Bethlehem Lutheran Church Twin Cities want to be known in the community as the church that helps families worship together, connect with church friends, and give space to kids and students to grow in their gifts. It is all about helping kids and students to Like, Follow, and Share, who we are – CHURCH.
Like God’s word. CYF work is about connecting kids and students to God so they might know God better. We do this work together in church and in home, modeling a life of faith.
Follow Jesus. Part of what it means to be a follower of Jesus is to be part of the Christian community. We, as the family of God, learn together, play together, serve together, and grow together in Christ.
Share the Holy Spirit. All of us have God-given talents and abilities. As kids and students grow older, they will discover how their greatest passions meet the world’s greatest needs, and the church can help provide a place for them to serve.
Sunday Morning Programming
Minneapolis
Nursery
6 months–4 years | 8:45–11:45 am
Our staffed nursery is available year-round during worship. Families are also welcome to use the Prayer Grounds in the sanctuary or the family-friendly space nearby.
NEW! ECHO Jr.
3–6 years | 9:00 & 10:30 am
September 27, 2026–May 16, 2027
A bridge between the Nursery and ECHO for children who are ready for more. Kids enjoy Bible stories, a small lesson, and playtime with middle and high school leaders. Families choose either ECHO Jr. or ECHO.
ECHO Sunday School
3 years–5th Grade | 9:00 & 10:30 am
Begins September 20
Children begin worship with their families and then gather for songs, Bible stories, and games. On the 2nd and 4th Sundays, Extended ECHO gives kids extra time together after worship with pickup in Iverson Hall.
Minnetonka
Encore Jr.
Newborn–3 years (with caregivers)
November 1, January 31 & May 2 | 10:35–11:05 am
A special gathering for our youngest worshipers and their caregivers featuring stories, music, movement, play, and connection with other families. Click link below to register.
Encore
3 years–2nd Grade
2nd & 4th Sundays | 10:35–11:05 am
Encore helps kids connect worship with daily life through Bible stories, prayer, art, creative activities, and snacks with friends.
NEW! Prelude (Beginning Fall 2026)
3rd–5th Grade
4th Sundays | 9:00–9:28 am
A monthly gathering before worship where students build confidence using their Bibles, ask questions, and explore real-life faith connections—with snacks included.
Children’s Choirs
Minneapolis
KinderChoir
4–5 years old (Pre-K) | Sundays, 10:00–10:30 am
Registration Required.
Cantate Choir
(K-5th Grade) | Wednesdays, 6:00-6:45 pm
Choirs sing during the 10:30 am worship service about once a month.
Registration Required.
Minnetonka – NEW!
Mustard Seed Singers Kids Choir (3 yrs-5th Grade)
First Sundays | 10:45-11:15 am
Choir will sing during some First Sunday services throughout the year.
Registration required.
Wednesday Evening Programming
Baptism
On the day of baptism, promises are made. Parents and sponsors promise to pray for their child and nurture them in faith, teach them the prayer, creed and commandments, bring them to communion and place in their hands the Bible, and live with them among God’s faithful people, so the child will learn to trust God and care for others and the world God made. The congregation, in turn, promises to help the child grow in faith.
Baptism is a communal ritual that welcomes believers to the Christian faith. As Lutherans, we welcome people of all ages, including infants. Prior to a child’s baptism, families attend a baptism class (currently on Zoom) to explore the meaning of baptism and to become familiar with the service.
Learn MoreFirst Communion
Kids of all ages are welcome to receive communion at Bethlehem Twin Cities. Sometimes it’s easiest to respond to an invitation that’s more specific, so when kids are in first grade, we say, let’s do some training. If you haven’t already received communion, start now. If you’re older than first grade, no problem. If you’re already participating, come along, let’s learn about it.
For families that would rather participate from home we do have an independent study online Google Classroom.
register here