CENTRAL KIDS
Birth – 5th Grade
CENTRAL KIDS
Birth – 5th Grade
2025 Vacation Bible School
Monday, June 23 – Thursday, June 26
LITTLES (4 years – 2nd grade)
9:00 AM – 11:45 AM
Cost: $35 up to May 18, $45 after May 18
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER YOUR LITTLE
BIGS (3rd – 5th grade)
9:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Cost: $80 up to May 18, $95 after May 18
Cost includes off-site adventures, Bring your own bagged lunch
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER YOUR BIG
How to Support Vacation Bible School:
VOLUNTEER – This event only happens because of volunteers – join the fun by decorating, leading, and more!
DONATE – Cover supplies or sponsor a child
2025 Vacation Bible School
Monday, June 23 – Thursday, June 26
LITTLES (4 years – 2nd grade)
9:00 AM – 11:45 AM
Cost: $35 up to May 18, $45 after May 18
REGISTER YOUR LITTLE
BIGS (3rd – 5th grade)
9:00 AM – 3:30 PM
Cost: $80 up to May 18, $95 after May 18
Off-site adventures included
Bring your own bagged lunch
REGISTER YOUR BIG
How to Support VBS:
VOLUNTEER
Join the fun by decorating, leading, & more!
MAKE A DONATION
Cover supplies or sponsor a child.
VOLUNTEER OR DONATE
UPCOMING EVENTS
SUNDAY KIDS PROGRAMMING - KIDS CORNER & CHILD CARE
Already registered your child for Child Care or Path Finders (now named Kids Corner) last year? We ask that you register your child again this year to insure we have the most updated information.
Kids Corner *Previously named Path Finders* (4 years-5th grade)
LITTLES: 4 years – 1st Grade, BIGS: 2nd – 5th Grade
Kids attend the beginning service with their families, then Littles & Bigs will be dismissed into their age groups to dive into God’s word through stories, games, and activities together. Parents pick up their kids after the service.
Child Care (Birth-3 years) – All year
While kids are always welcome in the worship gatherings, Central’s Child Care is also a great option for your little ones as is a safe, secure environment with a team of caring and nurturing volunteers. Child Care is available during 8:30 AM & 10:00 AM gatherings.
Have a student 6th Grade – 12th Grade? Check out our Wednesday Night Student Programming.
Baptism Class - May 6
Want to learn more about baptism at Central for your child of yourself? Attend this class!
WHEN: Tuesday, May 6 from 6:45-7:30 PM
WHERE: at Central
If you can’t make it to a class, reach out to ben.carruthers@clcelkriver.org to meet a different time.
KIDS NIGHT: Taco 'Bout a Fiesta - May 9
📅 Date: Thursday, May 9
🎯 Who: 2nd–5th Graders
🕔 Time: 5:00 – 8:00 PM
💲 Cost: $15
Drop the kids off for a fun-filled evening with walking tacos, a piñata, and festive games!
It’s going to be a fiesta to remember! 🎉
KIDS NIGHT: Once Upon a Time - June 11
Once Upon a Time: Kids Night
📅 Date: Tuesday, June 11
🕔 Time: 5:00 – 8:00 PM
📍 Where: Central
🎯 Who: 2nd – 5th Graders
💲 Cost: $10
Join us for a magical Disney-themed evening! Come dressed as your favorite character or princess (optional) and enjoy interactive games, trivia, pizza, and a classic Disney movie.
Parents: Please come inside to drop off your child. Pick-up is at 8:00 PM.
Entertainment in the Park - July 10, July 14, & Aug. 14
Entertainment in the Park
📅 Dates: Wednesdays, July 10 • July 24 • August 14
🕥 Time: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Where: Woodland Park, Elk River
🎯 Who: All ages & families welcome
💲 Cost: Free
Join us for Entertainment in the Park, hosted by Elk River Parks & Rec!
🎭 10:30–11:15 AM – Enjoy live entertainment (see schedule below)
🍽 11:15–12:00 PM – Stay for playtime on the playground and a bring-your-own picnic. Central will provide a sweet treat!
Entertainment Schedule:
• July 10: Puppets in the Fire
• July 24: Raptor Center
• August 14: Kids Power with Rachael
No registration needed—just come and enjoy the fun!
KIDS NIGHT: Calling All Party Animals - July 16
Calling All Party Animals: Kids Night
📅 Date: Wednesday, July 16, 2025
🕔 Time: 5:00 – 8:00 PM
📍 Where: Central
🎯 Who: 2nd – 5th Graders
💲 Cost: $10
Come dressed as your favorite animal—we’ll provide the party hat! Enjoy a wild night of pizza, games, a dance party, and prizes. Bring a friend and join the fun!
Parents: Please come inside to drop off your child. Pick-up is at 8:00 PM.
Picnic in the Park - July 22
📅 Date: Tuesday, July 22, 2025
🕠 Time: 5:30 – 7:30 PM
📍 Where: Otsego Prairie Park (behind Prairie Center, 8899 Nashua Ave NE)
🎯 Who: All ages & families welcome
💲 Cost: Free
Come cool off at the splash pad, enjoy the playgrounds, and bring a picnic dinner to share with your family. There’s a large pavilion with tables, and plenty of space to relax and connect with others from our Central community.
No registration needed—just come and enjoy a summer night together!
Twins Game - Aug. 17
Twins Game at Target Field
📅 Date: Sunday, August 17, 2025
⏰ Time: 1:10 PM
📍 Where: Target Field
🎯 Who: All ages & families welcome
💲 Cost: $25 per person
Join us for a fun day at Target Field as the Twins take on the Tigers! The first 2,000 fans will receive a Hall of Fame Pin giveaway.
Register by July 27!
If you’d like to carpool in the church van, be sure to check the box during registration.
Note: If a child or adult requires direct supervision, a guardian must attend.
Sunday Mornings
CHILD CARE (Birth - 3 years)
While kids are always welcome in the worship gatherings, Central’s Child Care is also a great option for your little ones. Child Care is available during service as it’s a safe, secure environment with a team of caring and nurturing volunteers.
Available at both 8:30 AM & 10:00 AM Worship Gatherings all year
KIDS CORNER - Kid's Ministry (4 years - 5th Grade)
Kids Corner (previously named Path Finders) is available at 10:00 AM Worship Gathering
Growing in God’s word, knowing Jesus, and having fun – that’s Kids Corner! Kids Corner engages through stories, games, activities and worship designed just for kids.
Before heading into worship, please check in at the Kids Corner. Kids attend the beginning service with their families, then Littles & Bigs will be dismissed into their age groups to dive into God’s word through stories, games, and activities together. Parents pick up their kids after the service.
REGISTER YOUR CHILD OF FOR KIDS CORNER
SPECIAL SUNDAY MORNINGS:
January 12 & March 30 – Kids Takeover Sunday
-Exactly how it sounds! Kids will take over Sunday morning worship & serve in a variety of ways! Registration is required! Look for more information or email isabel.lutter@clcelkriver.org
February 23 – Kids Theme Morning: PJs & Popcorm
-Join us for a fun morning in your Pj’s, relax, roll out of bed, and head to church! Special activities & snack will be provided. 10:00 AM worship gathering only.
April 27 – Kids Theme Morning: Donuts & Disciples
-Kids, join us for yummy donuts as we learn what it means to be a disciple of Jesus! 10:00 AM worship gathering only.
Events & Activities
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL (4 years - 5th grade)
Awarded the 2023 Elk River Star News > Reader’s Choice Award for Best Vacation Bible School! Have your child spend the week at Central’s VBS and see them grow in their faith through games, crafts, friendship & other exciting activities.
FIRST COMMUNION (5th grade)
From Ash Wednesday through Lent, 5th graders learn and grow through engaging events on the way to their first communion. At-home learning, a community Seder Meal, and special First Communion gatherings are all part of this wonderful milestone.
INTERESTED IN BAPTISM?
We love welcoming children in God’s family and the Central family with baptism! Learn more about infant and child baptism by attending a baptism class with the Student & Family Ministry team.
THIRD GRADE BIBLE
The Bible doesn’t have to be a big, mysterious book that is only opened on Sundays. For kids at Central, it becomes something they read, understand, and cherish with their families. Through our Third Grade Bible program, kids and their parents spend four weeks in January diving into the Word through engaging lessons, and cap off their journey with a special Bible Presentation during during worship.
NIGHT IN BETHLEHEM (all ages)
See, smell, taste and experience what ancient Bethlehem was like through this interactive Advent event! The wonder of Christmas season comes to life as your make your way through a variety of fun activities. Free and open to everyone!
EASTER EGG-STRAVAGANZA (4 years - 5th grade)
On Good Friday, children at invited to experience the miracle of the Easter story through a scavenger hunt full of games (and yes, Easter eggs too!). Working as a team, they’ll solve puzzles that reveal Jesus’ amazing love for all of us.
SERVE CENTRAL'S KIDDOS
Help grow the next generation of God’s family. Serve as a volunteer with Central’s kids on Sunday, summers or at special events.
Email Isabel Lutter at isabel.lutter@clcelkriver.org
Contact
Isabel Lutter
Associate Director of
Student & Family Ministry
isabel.lutter@clcelkriver.org
Sunday Mornings
Sunday Mornings
CHILD CARE (Birth - 3 years)
While kids are always welcome in the worship gatherings, Central’s Child Care is also a great option for your little ones. Child Care is available during service as it’s a safe, secure environment with a team of caring and nurturing volunteers.
Available at both 8:30 AM & 10:00 AM Worship Gatherings all year
KIDS CORNER (3 years - 4th Grade)
Kids Corner is available at 10:00 AM Worship Gathering
Growing in God’s word, knowing Jesus, and having fun – that’s Kids Corner! Kids Corner engages through stories, games, activities and worship designed just for kids.
Before heading into worship, please check in at the Kids Corner. Kids attend the beginning service with their families, then Littles & Bigs will be dismissed into their age groups to dive into God’s word through stories, games, and activities together. Parents pick up their kids after the service.
Events & Activities
Events & Activities
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL (4 years - 5th grade)
Awarded the 2025 Elk River Star News > Reader’s Choice Award for Best Vacation Bible School! Have your child spend the week at Central’s VBS and see them grow in their faith through games, crafts, friendship & other exciting activities.
FIRST COMMUNION (5th grade)
From Ash Wednesday through Lent, 5th graders learn and grow through engaging events on the way to their first communion. At-home learning, a community Seder Meal, and special First Communion gatherings are all part of this wonderful milestone.
INTERESTED IN BAPTISM?
We love welcoming children in God’s family and the Central family with baptism! Learn more about infant and child baptism by attending a baptism class with the Student & Family Ministry team.
THIRD GRADE BIBLE
The Bible doesn’t have to be a big, mysterious book that is only opened on Sundays. For kids at Central, it becomes something they read, understand, and cherish with their families. Through our Third Grade Bible program, kids and their parents spend four weeks in January diving into the Word through engaging lessons, and cap off their journey with a special Bible Presentation during during worship.
NIGHT IN BETHLEHEM (all ages)
See, smell, taste and experience what ancient Bethlehem was like through this interactive Advent event! The wonder of Christmas season comes to life as your make your way through a variety of fun activities. Free and open to everyone!
EASTER EGG-STRAVAGANZA (4 years - 5th grade)
On Good Friday, children at invited to experience the miracle of the Easter story through a scavenger hunt full of games (and yes, Easter eggs too!). Working as a team, they’ll solve puzzles that reveal Jesus’ amazing love for all of us.
SERVE CENTRAL'S KIDDOS
Help grow the next generation of God’s family. Serve as a volunteer with Central’s kids on Sunday, summers or at special events.
Email Isabel Lutter at isabel.lutter@clcelkriver.org
Contact
Isabel Lutter
Associate Director of
Student & Family Ministry
isabel.lutter@clcelkriver.org
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