FISH (Following Immanuel, Serving Happily)

Trinity’s 4th - 6th Grade youth ministry is called FISH (Following Immanuel, Serving Happily). This ministry is designed to enhance the community-building element of faith development. In order to grow spiritually, it is vital that young people see themselves as part of a faith community- a place where family and friends gather to learn, celebrate and grow.

The monthly FISH events are designed to grow both faith and friendships among Trinity's 4th-6th graders, many of whom attend different schools. Usually our events are "in house" in an effort to keep the "per family" cost down and to be sure that no one is prevented from participating because of cost. Generally each monthly event takes place on the first Sunday of the month in fellowship hall after Children's Ministry. It involves a meal, games, prizes and a craft. Each event has a theme based on the church year or a faith concept. We hope lots of families take advantage of this important faith development opportunity!

Vision

In grades 4 – 6 children’s friendships become more and more vital to a child’s opinions, behavior, and self-image.  4th – 6th Grade Youth Ministry provides a vehicle for deepening and expanding the connections between children made on Sunday mornings.  In this way, we seek to help our younger youth develop friendships with those who will be their fellow travelers in the faith through their confirmation, Senior High, and adult years.

Goals

• Bring 4th – 6th Grade youth “peers” together on a regular basis for fun and group building experiences designed to encourage friendships.
• Provide opportunities beyond Sunday morning activities to deepen and enrich their faith.
• Give our younger youth a sense of valuing each other for who they are to God, even when they don’t get along with each other.

Why is 4th - 6th Grade Ministry Important?

• 4th - 6th Graders are considered the most “at risk” age group nation wide?
• If a young person doesn’t make a central place for their faith at this age, it will become less likely to ever happen.
• If a youth identifies church with friendships and a feeling of belonging, they will WANT to be involved.
• This ministry CANNOT happen without the support of BOTH youth and parents!

Upcoming FISH Events

• On January 8th, Trinity’s 4th - 6th graders are invited to join us at Sunburst in Kewaskum for Snow-Tubing and fun from 12:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.  The cost will be $12.00 for the snow tubing ticket, hot chocolate and a small snack.  Please drop off and pick up your son/daughter at Sunburst.