Children
(Pre-K through Grade 5)
Godly Play
(Age 3 years through Kindergarten)
Guide: Melissa Jones
Children cross the threshold into the sacred space of the Godly Play room where they hear the stories of their faith, are invited to discover, explore, and wonder what the stories mean, and express themselves through various activities.
Workshop Cycles
(Grades 1-5)
Coordinator: Jennifer Tench
Children learn in different ways. Some learn by listening, some by seeing, some by doing, and others through a combination of all these avenues. Each Work-shop Cycle lasts from three to six weeks. The bible story or theme of that cycle is then explored through a variety of activities, from art to cooking to drama.
Youth
(Grades 6 through 12)
The Journey to Adulthood (J2A) is the core of our youth education. It is a complete program of spiritual formation for 6th-12th grades. It uses Bible study, prayer, rites of passage, outreach ministries, and both serious and playful activities to underscore its two guiding principles: Manhood and womanhood are free gifts from God. Adulthood must be earned.
Rite 13
(Grades 6 & 7)
Teachers: Avery Jenkins
The first two years of the Journey to Adulthodd focus on celebrating the indi-viduality of each young person and their creative potential. The Rite 13 liturgy is the community expression of this and a rite of passage from childhood to-wards adulthood.
J2A (Journey to Adulthood)
(Grades 8 & 9)
Teacher:
The middle portion of the program engages our teenagers with the skills and critical thinking involved in adulthood. Participating teens will plan and embark on a pilgrimage together at the end of this segment. This experience is often the spiritual highlight of their youth.
YAC (Young Adult Christians)
(Grades 10 through 12)
Teachers: Taylor & Jenna Graham
This is a mentor-based program that helps older teens discern and carry out a ministry within their church or in the larger community. Vocation and develop-ment of a personal credo are also emphasized. This fall will include preparation for Confirmation for those teens who want to confirm the vows made on their behalf at their baptisms.