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Welcome to Sunday School Almighty God, Heavenly Father, you have blessed us with the joy and care of children: Give us calm strength and patient wisdom as we bring them up, that we may teach them to love whatever is just and true and good, following the example of our Savior Jesus Christ. Amen. ‐"Prayer for the Care of Children," Book of Common Prayer, p. 829 |
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Christian Formation Christian formation starts at birth and is a lifelong process of deepening our relationship with God and expanding our understanding of our faith. Christian education is a large part of this formation process and provides opportunities for children, youth and adults to develop and grow in their faith.
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Programs for Children and Youth Weekly classes for all children. During the academic year, dedicated, experienced teachers offer creative lessons for younger children that use Godly Play, a teaching method and philosophy that combines Montessori with the Biblical stories. Older children explore the Bible and their faith through the We Believe curriculum. Both Godly Play and We Believe encourage children to engage the biblical story on their own terms through drama, art, prayer, worship and music. Weekly Service Participation: Children begin each Sunday in church for the opening of worship, and after singing a song, they leave church and go to the Sunday School chapel for a brief devotional time. Youth may participate in the Sunday service as acolytes. Special Programs: v Mission projects several times during the year give children and youth the opportunity to express their faith in action v St. Nicholas Day – a visit from St. Nicholas v Christmas Pageant - annual dramatization with reading and musicians v Year End Celebration of High School Graduates v Vacation Bible School each summer for elementary age children; older youth have the opportunity to assist the teachers
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Camp Chickagami, Presque Isle, MI Come and join us as we grow in faith through Bible Study! |
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