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, Adult Ministry, and Senior Adult Ministry groups, you do not have to belong to any of those groups to attend Family Events.
Family Mardi Gras Celebration- February 15, 2026 - 11:30 am
Messiah's Family Ministry team invites you to our Mardi Gras Party.
We will enjoy a pizza lunch, crafts, and a concert with Ken Lonnquist, the same performer who brought us Old Befana last year.
Please sign up so we know how much pizza to order. The signup will be on the Kiosk, or you can email Elizabeth at volunteer@messiahchurch.com.
Even if you don’t sign up, please come, we always have extra!
2026 Overnight Summer Camp at Sugar Creek
June 14 - 19 with Pr. Dan
August 2 - 5 (Family Camp) with Brad Meng
Or pick your own week!
Grab a pamphlet from the Kiosk wall by the elevator
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
Trunk or Treat - October 26, 2025
Legend of Old Befana
In 2024 and 2025, we invited Ken Lonnquist and his cast to perform the Legend of Old Bafana, a story of a cranky old woman who discovers a new sense of joy and mission in the world. Check back later for when we might host this event in the future!
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!
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!
