Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not stop them; for it is to such as these that the kingdom of heaven belongs.” - Matthew 19:4
Christian formation for children is a vital part of our mission at St. Paul’s. We are committed to the learning, growth and spiritual development of our younger members. We use an age-appropriate liturgy, Illustrated Ministries, so that children can follow and learn the rhythm of the Church’s worship and can enjoy an interactive lesson geared toward their lives.
Sunday School
We have a vibrant Sunday School program led by three highly trained and engaging teachers, Deirdre, Lainie, and Emily, who together have many years of teaching experience between them. The teaching staff and their assistants have completed their “Safe Church” training.
The Sunday School is offered for children aged 4 and up on Sunday mornings at 10:00 am. We use the curriculum, Illustrated Ministries, where we explore God at work in the world through biblical stories in both the Hebrew scriptures and the New Testament. We begin with an opening prayer and gathering activity, use Illustrated Story Cards and a script for acting out the lesson, and end with discussion questions and an activity for joining God at work in our world.
Service Opportunities & Events
Several times a year, the children in Sunday School have the opportunity to participate in service activities to support Among Friends Meal Program by preparing Valentine’s bags of chocolates or Christmas stockings with needed toiletries.
We also greatly anticipate a variety of events throughout the Church year, such as: blessing of the backpacks, blessing of the animals, and our youth-led Church service in June.
Vacation Bible School is in the planning stages for August of this year, so please stay tuned.
For more information or to register your child or children, contact Laura, our Children and Youth Coordinator.
Children’s Choir
The Chorister Choir welcomes children who can read up to 18 years old. We learn musicianship skills, good vocal production, and traditions of the Episcopal Church. The choir meets on Thursdays from 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm. Once a month, we sing with the Adult Choir at the 10:00 am service.
For more information or to sign up, contact Mary Jodice, Director of Music at St. Paul’s.