Family Ministry
We are so fortunate to have a wide variety of ways you and your family can connect with others here at Messiah. Families come in all forms and sizes, and we know how busy life can become. That’s why Messiah offers a wide variety of ways that you and your family can discover, connect with and be supported by community.
Our family programming and events are open to the whole family. Grandparents, aunts, uncles, friends (the family we choose) and others are all invited to participate.
We host several events each year including social events held at Messiah, camping off-site at area Lutheran camps and the celebration of faith milestones like receiving a Bible, First Communion and Confirmation.
While many people choose to participate in the Children Ministry, Youth Ministry, High School Ministry, Senior Adult Ministry, Men's and Women’s Ministry groups, you do not have to belong to any of those groups to attend Family Events.
Trunk of Treat - October 26, 2026 at and after the 10:30 service
Each year on the Sunday closest to Halloween we hold a community-wide Trunk or Treat event! This has taken several forms over the last few years. This year it is right after the late service.
If you have questions , please contact Elizabeth at volunteer@messiahchurch.com or call/text her at 608-235-6910.
Family Mardi Gras - February 26, 2026
Save the date for for a Family Mardi Gras Party after the late service: pizza, concert, and crafts.
Legend of Old Befana
We will not be having Old Befana return for 2026. We will be taking the year off.
Family Outdoor Ministry Experiences at Messiah
Following in the footsteps of Christ calls us to find balance between service, rest, and reflection, and we know the great impact retreats and outdoor ministry have for our faith and growth.
Throughout a child's time at Messiah, they will have the opportunity to participate in retreats and camps, giving them, and sometimes their parents/guardians, the opportunity to unplug from their normal routines (and their phones). During these faith-centered community experiences, they will build relationships with new people and participate in activities both familiar and new, and have fun while doing it all!
f you are interested in participating in, volunteering with, or supporting Messiah's outdoor ministry opportunities, or if you want to learn more, please contact Pastor Dan (pastordan@messiahchurch.com) for more information!
Summer Youth and Adult Boundary Water’s Canoe Trip!
If you are interested in participating in the Boundary Waters Canoe trip in 2026 please sign up on the Kiosk or use the button below to follow it to a registration form.
Canoe Trip - August 2-9, 2026 $900 Adult - $600 Youth
Island Camp - August 6-9 $550 Adult
Sign up ends January 11th.
Fall Family Camp
In the fall, Messiah hosts a Family Camp Weekend where children of all ages are encouraged to join us at one of our three synod camps with parents/guardians/grand-parents in order to be in community and experience God's love in an outdoor, and apart from home, setting. It is a “choose your own adventure” weekend where you can come for the full overnight experience or come for just the day!
If you are interested in participating in, volunteering with, or supporting Messiah's outdoor ministry opportunities, or if you want to learn more, please contact Pastor Dan (pastordan@messiahchurch.com) for more information!
Summer Children & Youth Summer Camp
Each summer, your child can join Pastor Dan and others for a week of overnight camp at one of our three synod camps. Although spending a week away from home and family can be hard, it is a challenge and an opportunity for children to grow and learn about themselves in new ways as they experience God's love for them, for community, and for creation!
If you are interested in participating in, volunteering with, or supporting Messiah's outdoor ministry opportunities, or if you want to learn more, please contact Pastor Dan (pastordan@messiahchurch.com) for more information!
