New Babies are a Blessing!
We celebrate with you as you welcome your child into God's family. Be sure to share the good news with us so that we can spread the word in our Sunday bulletin. And look for a little gift to get you through those first sleepless months.
1st Birthdays are so special!
A faith-filled board book will be sent to your child so you can begin sharing God's story with them and celebrate being a part of God's family.
2nd Birthday
Parents can mark this milestone by giving their 2-year-old their first Bible. This is a beautiful Storybook Bible that is used in our Sunday School so that children will already be familiar with the stories when they start at age 3. Just bring in the postcard to claim your book.
3-Year-Olds
A special book to introduce your child to the Holy Meal will be sent your way. As ELCA Lutherans we welcome all to Holy Communion, even our youngest children. Children of all ages can grow in their relationship with Jesus by communing.
First Communion Workshop
Children of all ages can grow in their relationship with Jesus by communing. At Southwood, parents decide when they would like to attend our First Communion Workshop for ages Kindergarten through 5th Grade as a family. This workshop is offered biannually. The Pastors are also eager to support you as you raise your children in the faith, so feel free to contact them with any questions. Jesus invites you to his special meal. It is your family’s faith journey to take together!
3rd Grade Bible Workshop
As children enter the 3rd Grade, a workshop for children and their parents will help them begin to navigate the Bible and all of the beautiful wisdom it inspires. At the completion of the workshop, they are gifted the Colaborate Lutheran Student Bible that we ask they bring with them to Sunday School.
5th Grade Blessing Celebration
On the last day of Sunday School, we will celebrate our graduating Elementary children as they take the next step into Confirmation. Parents are welcome to join us as we will have a special blessing for these children of God!
