As children grow, their lives are marked by special milestones that are celebrated by their parents, friends and families. At St. James, we also mark our faith lives by special “faith milestones” that we celebrate and lift up!

Baptism (Child In Our Hands): Baptism is a special time of celebration to recognize all that God has done for us through his magnificent grace. Parents are recognized as the primary faith teachers of their children, and Godparents are given a special role of assisting in passing faith along to the child. St. James matches families with Congregational Sponsors who members of our church, to encourage an ongoing connection with our faith community. If you would like more information on baptism, please call the church office at 763-537-3653.

 

First Communion: Classes are offered to all ages during Lent each year. Families explore the Old Testament, New Testament, and how each of these parts of the Bible connects to Communion in today's church. Families will celebrate First Communion together at the Maundy Thursday evening service, just prior to Easter.

* For 2014 First Communion, we are partnering with House of Hope Lutheran. Both sessions will be held at House of Hope Lutheran Church (4800 Boone Ave N, New Hope) on Saturday, April 12 from 9am-12pm and again on Wednesday, April 16 from 6-8pm. Cost is $5 per participant.

Click here to download the registration form. Return forms and registration fee to Shayna or Pastor Kristen by April 6.

Direct any questions to Shayna Anderson or Pastor Kristen Brechler.

 

Third Grade Bibles: Part of the baptismal promise parents make is “placing in their child's hands the Holy Scriptures." What a wonderfully visible way of passing along faith! Each September, third grade students receive a new Bible, and spend time learning how to use it, how to find those beloved Bible passages, and understand how the Bible is still important to our lives today