Family Worship Tips – Encouraging Lutheran Family Worship in Sheboygan
"Let the little children come to me and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these" (Luke 18:16).
God has promised to be present among us through His Name and Word, and this promise anchors every worship service at Trinity Lutheran Church. Our services are for people of all ages—and that includes children! At Trinity, we believe that having children in worship is one of the most important callings of Lutheran parents.
We also understand that family worship can be challenging at times. Children may cry, squirm, or lose focus—and that’s okay. Your children are not a distraction; they are a blessing. Their presence in Lutheran family worship is not only welcomed but encouraged.
So please, hang in there. Be patient with your little ones and with yourself. This is where they belong: in church, receiving God’s gifts alongside you.
We encourage you to:
Be enthusiastic about having your child at church and practice church ahead of time at home.
Consider sitting toward the front where it is easier for your little ones to engage.
Quietly explain the parts of the service and actions of the pastors and musicians.
Encourage them to chime in on their parts: Amen; Lord, have mercy; the Lord’s Prayer…all of that belongs to them, too.
Be sure to sing, say, pray your parts, too. Your children learn by following your lead.
Enlist fellow church members to sit with your family. Many older members of our congregation would be thrilled to hold your little ones and help them pay attention.
Pro Tip for Parents
We invite you to use the church bags, Bibles, and children's bulletins found at each entrance to the sanctuary. There may be times when you have to leave the service with your child for a little while.
If your child gets restless, take a short break in the Music Room or Luther Room—both have livestreams of the service, so you won’t miss a moment. Changing tables are available in the music room restroom and downstairs restrooms.
“Truly, I say to you, unless you turn and become like children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven.” - Matthew 18:3
Over time, by being in worship children learn:
This is the place we gather with others to worship God.
They belong to this special company of people.
The sights and sounds of this place are good and nurturing, even when they don’t understand them.
Something is expected of them in this place and they give their attention in song, prayer and offering.
Visit our Library
For more information and resources, please check out the children’s section of our church library, located in the lower level lounge. Our pastors, principal, kantor, and day school teachers are happy to explain parts of the worship service or give you ideas to help your children participate in worship.
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Sunday School Classes for All Ages
Trinity has a Sunday morning education hour each Sunday from 9:30 - 10:30. Adults have Bible Study in the gym. Children from preschool through 5th grade begin in the music room and then move to different stations throughout the Sunday School hour.
Middle school students, grades 6th-8th, meet in the 3rd grade classroom. The preschool through 8th graders are currently using the Enduring Faith curriculum from Concordia Publishing House.
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