The Children’s Musical is one of many highlights of our ministries for children at Gloria Dei. This past year 35 cast members, ranging in age from Kindergarten through Sixth Grade, shared stories of the Old Testament with the congregation, family and friends. “The Old Testament Fast Forward” was presented in worship on March 10th, and can viewed via our Facebook Page: Gloria Dei Lutheran Church Olympia.
The Old Testament is a library of books — law, history, poetry, wisdom, and prophecy — written in two languages by dozens of inspired authors. Viewed through Christian eyes, the story it tells begins with creation and moves through human sin and God’s great plan of redemption — a plan that included nearly 2,000 years of preparing the Hebrew people for a coming savior.
The benefits of doing a musical have been a special and unique experience for our children for the last 10+ years. While the children learn the Bible stories inside and out, they develop strong bonds of friendship, community, and support across all ages. And perhaps more importantly they feel empowered as worship leaders to share the word of God. Some cast members will even sing you a song from every church musical they have been in if you ask!
Children’s Musical 2025
Kindergarten – 6th Graders | Register by November 30th !
We’re so excited for this year’s musical: Table for Five Thousand, by Tom Long and Allen Pote! The musical is open to all children in K. through 6th Grade -no experience necessary. Cast members do not need to be members of Gloria Dei to participate. The musical will be presented in worship on Sunday, March 2, at 9:00 and 11:00 a.m. Be part of the growing number of volunteers helping with this vibrant ministry with children, youth, and families. Help with a onetime event, for a few weeks, behind the scenes, or for the year! There’s an option that fits your schedule, and activities that will bring you joy. Please contact Deacon Beth for more information.
Your support of the General Fund helps to offset the cost of programs such as the Children’s Musical. For more information about our musicals, past and present, please contact Deacon Beth Tobin at ChildrensMinistry@GloriaDeiOlylmpia.org