Grow & Serve
And he said to them, “Go into all the world and proclaim the gospel to the whole creation.”
For BSLC Parents & Their Kids
We think it is important for parents, grandparents, and children to be able to experience family-friendly events in a safe and loving church atmosphere.
Parents Night Out (Kids Night In)
Yet another food and fellowship opportunity for moms and dads! Grandparents of Beautiful Savior get together to host a slew of fun activities for children of all ages while parents enjoy a dinner out together. This is also a nice way to support local restaurants and attract new members seeking a closer relationship with God.
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WILL RESUME SOON
Holiday & Family-Themed Events
Members of the church do their best to create fun, memorable, and safe programs for kids of all ages throughout the year.
From Pizza "Pi" night in Spring to Christmas Cookie decorating in Winter, there is usually something fun to do all year round.
Tots & Pre-K Programs
We believe children are never too young to learn about the Word of God.
Wiggle Worship
Learn about God’s love through songs and musical instruments accompanied by hands-on activities. Wiggle Worship occurs during a portion of the 9:00 AM Traditional Service on the 1st, 3rd and 5th Sundays of each month.
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SELECT Sundays
at 9:00 AM
Sunday School
Learn about God’s love through story telling, short bible verses, crafts, and playtime with friends. Parents are welcome to attend if they wish. Available most Sundays between the Traditional and Contemporary services.
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MOST Sundays
at 10:15 AM
Youth Ministry (K-12)
We enjoy offering our children a wonderful, loving environment in which to learn God’s Word each year of their youth. Learn about our age-based programs below.
Sunday School
Make lifelong friends and continue learning about God’s love through age-appropriate bible study, prayer, music, art, and games. Available most Sundays between the Traditional and Contemporary services.
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MOST Sundays
at 10:15 AM
How To Use My Bible (3rd grade)
Third graders are invited with their parents to attend a workshop about how to find things in the Bible, ways to read the scriptures, and ideas on how to make the Bible a part of your daily routine.
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SCHEDULE VARIES
First Communion Instruction
Students in early elementary school are invited to learn about Holy Communion together with their parents. We usually plan the workshop at a second grade level, however we recognize that when a child receives Holy Communion for the first time is a decision each family needs to make.
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LENTEN SEASON
Elementary Summer Camp
Students in 1st grade and up can participate in a variety of camp activities ranging from games to waterfront, crafts to campfires, archery to horseback riding – all in the midst of a caring Christian community!
Visit ELCAlivingwater.com for info about camp offerings.
Junior High Charge Weekend
Charge is an offsite weekend gathering hosted by Living Water Ministries. Youth in grades 6 through 8 attend for small group experiences, service projects, worship, and lots of fun!
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Visit ELCAlivingwater.com for info about program offerings.
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SCHEDULE VARIES
Worship Service Opportunities
We encourage youth of all ages to be actively involved in our worship services and serve as: acolytes, lesson readers, praise band, communion assistants, projection system and sound system assistants, website help, greeters, ushers, and more!
Get creative and get involved!
Junior High Catechism Class
Grades 7-8 learn more about their faith as they move toward affirming their baptism and becoming adult members of the congregation. Class sessions together combined with home-study, parent conversations, and a mentor experience work together to prepare our students to affirm their baptismal promises.
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SCHEDULE VARIES
Confirmation Summer Camp
An extension of our confirmation instruction that provides students an opportunity to reconnect over the summer and deepen their relationships and confirmation studies while taking part in camp activities like swimming, horseback riding, canoeing, and much more.
Visit ELCAlivingwater.com for info about camp offerings.
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High School Great Lakes & National Gatherings
The Gathering is an annual opportunity for groups of Michigan ELCA high school age youth from the lower peninsula of Michigan to gather in Lansing to experience 3 days of fun, worship, spiritual growth, and more. The National Gathering brings together 30,000 ELCA high school age youth in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
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Visit ELCAlivingwater.com for info about program offerings.
High School Bridge Builders Summer Camp
The goal of the nationally-recognized Bridge Builders program is to develop young leaders for the church and world with a raised awareness and understanding of the realities of racism. The camp environment is utilized to form intentional community that grows together and with Christ through this uniquely formative experience.
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Visit ELCAlivingwater.com for info about program offerings.