Messages from the Children, Youth & Family Ministry

​FAMILY NIGHT AND SUNDAY SCHOOL IS THIS SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 18, from 5:30-7:30 in the Zabriskie Parish Hall. All families are invited to join us for what is always a wonderful time of food, fellowship, and fun. This is a quasi-potluck dinner; in honor of the fall weather, we will provide home cooked chicken and dumplings, salad, and refreshments. You are welcome, but not required to bring any additional dishes or beverages. In addition, there will be an activity designed just for adults as we prepare together for the approach of Advent and the craziness it sometimes brings. All are welcome and the nursery will be opened and staffed for our youngest parishioners.
 

What is Godly Play? This wonderful time is a liturgical program of storytelling, prayer, and reflection that is designed specifically for children 3-7 years old as an alternative to the Liturgy of the Word at the 9:00 a.m. Eucharist. This fantastic ministry is designed to help children worship and learn to know God in a developmentally-appropriate setting. Parents should bring their children to the Godly Play room and return to pick them up during the Passing of the Peace, so that they can join their families and the congregation for Communion.

Sunday School is provided for children from preschool through 5th grade. Except for the third Sunday of every month when Sunday School is offered as part of Family Nights, the classes are typically held on Sunday mornings starting at 10:15 a.m. and ending at 11:00 a.m. (in time for the 11:15 a.m. Eucharist). All classes are held in classrooms on the lower level of Zabriskie Chapel, and parents are asked to pick up their children outside of their classroom. Volunteer teachers provide a loving atmosphere and fun learning activities ranging from storytelling, dramatic play, and art for the youngest children to challenging games and discussions for the 5th graders. Children may join Sunday School on any Sunday - just show up and be ready to have fun!