Vacation Bible School, Gloria Dei
Vacation Bible School is for children with birthdates before 8/31/2022 through Kindergarten 2025-26.
Be ready to move as we learn about Jesus' love through skits, crafts, games, science, snacks, songs and stories! Invite your friends to join you!
Vacation Bible School, Willow Creek and Benton
Galaxy at Benton Lutheran
Presented by Benton Lutheran, West Nidaros, and Willow Creek
Join us for an amazing week of Bible stories, games, crafts, and fun! We can't wait to see you there. You do not have to be a member to attend,
When
Dates: June 8-10
Time: 9:30-11:30a
Where
Crooks Elementary School
705 S. West Ave
Crooks, SD 57020
OSL Summer Blast
You are invited to Our Savior’s Lutheran Church for a Cruisin’ Classics Car & Motorcycle Show.
Live music
Bouncy houses
Cars on display by Great Plains Street Rodders and OSL members
Brats, burgers, and chips provided by Miller Funeral Home and El Riad Shriners
Outdoor worship at 6:30pm
Wednesday, June 10 • 4:30-7:30pm
Communi-Tea Picnic
A free picnic to kick off Tea Pot Days, a city celebration. A chance to gather as neighbors and friends. Police cars, fire trucks, school buses and a garbage truck will be on site for children to see. The Blood Mobile will also be on site. Live music will entertain guests.
Vacation Bible School, Peace
Welcome to Rainforest Falls VBS!
Cost is $20 per child. A 25% discount will be applied if there are 3 or more children in the same family. Cost includes a VBS T-shirt! Register by Monday, May 13 to receive a FREE VBS music CD!
Please note that preschool sessions end half an hour before the end of elementary sessions.
Toddler (with Adult): 18-months to 3-years-old
AM session | 9:00am-10:00am
PM session | 6:00pm-7:00pm
Preschool-Kindergarten: 3-years-old through entering kindergarten in 26-27 school year
AM session | 9:00am-11:00am
PM session | 6:00pm-8:00pm
Elementary: 1st through 5th Grade (26-27 school year)
AM session | 9:00am-11:30am
PM session | 6:00pm-8:30pm
Summer Campfire Worship
Join us for an informal campfire worship filled with camp songs, a short devotion, and s'mores! Fun for all ages!
Bring a lawn chair.
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
St. Stephens Jubilation Choir presents “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat”
Lyrics by Tim Rice Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber
Saturday, June 27, 7pm
Jubilation is a church youth choir consisting of 45 7th-12th grade students from Bloomington, MN. Each summer, they tour a new area of the country performing "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat." This year marks their 37th tour and the choir’s 49th year in existence now under the direction of Ashlie Keith.
Jubilation has a strong tradition at St. Stephen Lutheran Church, and some of its members began singing at church at the age of 3. Each year the congregation watches as new youth take on lead roles and add new twists to the show. Past tours have taken them to over 43 states, Canada, and parts of Europe. Each year they return with wonderful stories and life experiences.
No tickets are needed; simply show up!
Dei Camp, Gloria Dei
Dei Camp is for children who were in Kindergarten through 5th grade for the 2025-26 school year.
Come learn about Jesus' love through skits, crafts, games, snacks, songs and Bible studies! Invite your friends to join you!
Vacation Bible School, St. John
Galaxy: Launching Kids on a Mission of God's Love
Offered Friday, July 17, 5:30-8:30p and Saturday, July 18, 9a-12p.
Registration coming soon! Visit stjohnlutheran.net
Summer Campfire Worship
Join us for an informal campfire worship filled with camp songs, a short devotion, and s'mores! Fun for all ages!
Bring a lawn chair.
South Dakota Synod Youth Conference
Mark your calendars and get ready—the SD Synod Youth Conference is coming to Sioux Falls on July 31–August 1!
This two-day youth gathering will bring together students from across the synod for a meaningful, memorable experience packed with worship, breakout sessions, service opportunities, games, music, and much more!
We’re excited to share some preliminary details for this year’s gathering!
Registration: Open to 2025-26 school year 6th-12th grade youth
Cost: $25 per person (financial assistance is available; we want everyone to come!)
Lodging: Stay overnight at welcoming, local churches in Sioux Falls
Meals: 3 delicious meals included, along with snacks and water for break times
It’s going to be a meaningful time of connection, conversation, and community. Mark your calendars, spread the word, start planning, and get excited! We can’t wait to gather together! Additional event details will be included below as pieces are finalized!
Summer Campfire Worship
Join us for an informal campfire worship filled with camp songs, a short devotion, and s'mores! Fun for all ages!
Bring a lawn chair.
Vacation Bible School, Trinity
Registration: $5 per kid with a cap of $20 per family. Payment can be dropped off in the church office. 605-498-2343 Registration closes May 13!
Summer Music Camp, Peace
Current 1st-7th graders, join us the week of May 31 through June 4 for singing, acting, and choreography as we step up to the plate and drive home the good news of the gospel in the musical, In the Big Inning.
The characters in this home run of a musical are in for a surprising glimpse at the Bible's "Hall of Faith" in Hebrews 11. They'll meet Moses ("he got his start in the bush leagues"), Noah ("that guy can really swing the lumber!"), Abraham ("with his son Isaac at the plate, it looks like the Manager is calling for a sacrifice..."), and many more. With shades of the iconic "Casey at the Bat," it all leads to the climactic finish of "Jesus at the Cross."
This fun week with new and old friends will also include games and other activities.
Our week will conclude with performances on Thursday, June 4 at 1 and 7p. Invite friends and family to come and see the shows!
Register by April 30 if you would like to audition for a speaking part and/or solo! General registration will run from April 1-May 17.
Cost is $25/child.
Any questions? Please contact Darya Levesque at darya@peacelutheran.com.
Bicycle Rodeo – "Don't Thump Your Melon"
Participation and registration are free; register at the event.
Bike Rodeos are an educational community outreach activity supported by “Don’t Thump Your Melon,” a South Dakota EMS for Children program. This offers children in the community the chance to actively learn and participate in bike skills and safety stations. Bring bikes and helmets!
Safety inspections will ensure that spring and summer riding go smoothly. Don't have a helmet? Get a new and properly fitted one for free at our helmet giveaway! Lunch will be available for a free will donation.