faith milestones

 

The following faith milestones are those special moments most celebrated by our church.  These milestones connect families to each other and to the church while helping to provide meaning in our life's journey.  For more information on any of the following milestones please contact the church office at 952-448-3230 or Pastor Reggie at pastorreggie@crownofglory.org

Baptismal Milestone

 

Baptism is a daily reminder of God's love for us! In this milestone we celebrate all those who have been baptized in the past two years. The baptismal milestone is scheduled for the weekend of the Baptism of Our Lord; which usually occurs on the first weekend in January. Families of those baptized are invited forward during the worship service and a milestone token is presented to each family.

Blessing of the Backpacks

 

To kick off the school year and our children's education ministries all children are invited to bring their backpacks to worship for a special blessing! A new backpack pin/token is given to each child as they prepare for a new year of learning and growing in God's love! This milestone is usually scheduled for the second weekend in September!

2nd Grade Bibles

 

All 2nd grade students receive a bible for their educational studies in Sunday school and for their personal growth! This is a special time for students and families as each bible is presented in worship! If your son or daughter missed out on this milestone in the past and would like to receive a new bible, please contact the church office!

First Communion

 

Holy Communion is a special gift that God has provided us to share with others. First Communion instruction is offered each Spring, a few weeks prior to Holy Week and is for people of all ages who would like to participate. This one day instruction class is for parents and children of all ages; with a special invitation to 3rd graders and their families. While all baptized persons are eligible for communion, Crown of Glory provides annual events to welcome newcomers to the holy meal. For more information regarding First Communion Instruction please contact Pastor Reggie Klindworth pastorreggie@crownofglory.org.

Affirmation of Baptism (9th Grade Confirmation)

 

All 6-8th grade students are invited to participate in our Confirmation program at Crown of Glory. Students spend 3 years in Confirmation, learning about various aspects of our faith. In their 9th grade year, a service of Affirmation of Baptism is held on Reformation weekend for those who have completed their Confirmation requirements. Once students are confirmed, they become voting members of our congregation. Please contact Pastor Reggie Klindworth pastorreggie@crownofglory.org for more information about our Confirmation ministry.

Graduation

 

At the close of each education program year we lift up and celebrate the graduates in our congregation! Graduates are recognized during our worship service as they prepare for new experiences in life!