Family Christmas at Bongards

Saturday, December 5
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
St. John's United Church of Christ ("The Bongards Church")

A joyful Christmas celebration for families in the Norwood Young America area.

Join us for a festive morning of Christmas activities, crafts, treats, music, community, and gifts for children. Registration Required

Celebrate Christmas Together

Family Christmas at Bongards is a special community event hosted by St. John's United Church of Christ in partnership with Love INC of Carver County. Families will enjoy a festive morning filled with Christmas activities, cookie decorating, crafts, refreshments, and time together.

Thanks to the generosity of local churches, businesses, and community supporters, registered children will also receive a Christmas gift selected especially for them.

This event is designed to create meaningful Christmas memories while connecting families with the care and support of their local community.

Participation Information

This Is an Invitation-Only Event

Family Christmas at Bongards has limited space and is intended to serve families living in:

  • Norwood Young America

  • Mayer

  • New Germany

  • Hamburg

Love INC will begin by inviting current Love INC families and other local families who may benefit from this opportunity.

Interested in Being Considered?

If your family would like to be considered for participation, please contact:

Kathleen Werneth
kathleen@loveinccc.org

Families who are interested will be contacted with information about registration and available openings.

Give a Monetary Donation

The greatest need is financial support. Monetary donations provide flexibility to meet event needs, purchase gifts for families with unmet requests, support event activities, provide meals and refreshments, and help ensure every family experiences the joy and dignity of Christmas.

Make a financial Donation

Adopt a Family

Individuals, families, businesses, churches, and community groups can adopt a family.

  • Fulfill a child’s christmas wish by purchasing a gift.

  • Make a meaningful impact.

  • Share the love of Christ during the Christmas season.

Adopt a Family

Sponsor an Activity

Help create a memorable experience by sponsoring or hosting an activity table during the event.

  • Plan and provide supplies for a craft activity or game.

  • Donate food or drink options.

  • Host a photobooth

Sponsoring an Activity

Volunteer

Volunteers are needed before, during, and after the event. Opportunities include event setup, family hospitality, activity support, gift distribution, registration assistance, cleanup, and more.

Volunteering