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Faith for the Family
CHILDREN
CHURCH SCHOOL PROGRAM 2026-2027
Our Church school program for students in grades Pre-K through 7 takes place during our worship service. Students are invited to listen to a Children’s Sermon towards the beginning of the service and then attend Sunday School upstairs. After the service, students are brought downstairs to Fellowship Hall where they can have refreshments with their families.
Our theme for this year is "BEE-lieve!" Just as bees work together to build a hive and produce honey, Christians are called to work together, serve others, share God’s love and grow in faith.
“As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.” Joshua 24:15
The Board of Christian Education nurtures the faith formation of children and youth by creating welcoming, meaningful opportunities for all ages. Using Bible stories, children can learn to understand what it means to believe in God, and know that they belong and are loved by God. With our theme, BEE-lieve, we will focus on how we can serve God by helping others and taking care of ourselves. It may be activities like creating a craft, making cards for others, assembling items for the Care Cart, and learning to care for one another in the classroom and at home. Each class will be fun and hands-on as we fulfill our mission to BEE-lieve in and spread God’s love.
Our Church School Program kicks off on Rally Day, September 13th at 10am during the service. Church School is in session throughout the public school year until mid-June and a program is offered on Sundays in the summer.
CHURCH SCHOOL OFFERING
Our Church School receives an offering each Sunday. Offering
envelopes are available at any time for children or youth. This offering helps to fund a mission project, helps to provide scholarships to Silver Lake Conference Center, and other Church School projects.
CHURCH SCHOOL VOLUNTEERS WELCOME!
Our program is successful with the help of volunteer teachers and helpers. Please consider joining the Christian Education team to share the responsibilities and fun. Lessons and activities are provided. You are welcome to sign up at the Welcome table in the Narthex or let the Assistant for Children and Youth know!
Parents can be assured that we have Safe Church Policy and Procedures to guarantee the safety of our children.
Holy Communion
Our church welcomes children to the Sacrament of Communion. Children are taught the significance of the sacrament in Church School. Many will attend with their Church School classes.
Our Youngest Ones
The Christian Education Board is excited to embark on new adventures in the Church School program using a new curriculum published through the United Church of Christ called SHINE. Our preschool students (three years old, by January 1st, and four years old) and our kindergarten students first meet in the Chapel and then head to the Activity Room located on the lower level for their classes.
YOUTH
FUSE:
"You are the light of the world." Matthew 5:14-16
Youth in grades 6– 8 meet each month throughout the school year. They work with youth leaders to plan activities that are fun and serve others. The goal is to BEE the church by making connections and serving others. FUSE is a great addition to the faith formation that they receive in church school and/or Confirmation class.
SALT:
"You are the SALT of the earth." Matthew 5:13
Youth in grades 9-12 meet twice each month throughout the school year. On the first Sunday of each month they meet for dinner, connection, and faith discussion. A monthly experience will be planned by them to connect with one another and those in need. The goal is to inspire our high school students to BEE the church by understanding the needs around us and learning to give to others.
YOUTH GROUP VOLUNTEERS WELCOME!
Our programs are successful with the help of volunteers. Adults are welcome to help in any way possible. Let the Assistant for Children and Youth know if you are interested!
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ADULTS
Adult Faith Formation
At the Church of Christ, Congregational, we believe that faith is a lifelong journey, and we are committed to offering rich and varied opportunities for adult education and spiritual growth. Whether you are a seasoned biblical scholar or just beginning to explore your faith, our adult faith formation programs provide meaningful ways to deepen your understanding, engage in thoughtful discussion, and build a stronger community.
We offer a range of engaging options tailored to different interests and life stages, including Bible studies that delve into the scriptures, book groups that explore contemporary issues, and post-sermon discussions that provide a space to reflect on and discuss the message shared in worship. Each program is designed to challenge, inspire, and nurture your faith, helping you to connect more deeply with God and with others.
Join us on this journey of growth and discovery as we seek to live out our faith in meaningful and transformative ways. All are welcome!
FIVE-WEEK BIBLE STUDY: A Beginner's Guide to Genesis
Join us this fall for a five-week Bible study as we explore the book of Genesis through Amy-Jill Levine’s A Beginner’s Guide to Genesis. Together, we’ll look at some of Genesis’ most familiar stories, asking new questions and discovering what they have to say to us today.
Whether you are new to Bible study or have read Genesis many times, you are welcome. Come ready to explore, ask questions, and discover the richness of these ancient stories together.
Beginning Monday, September 28
5 weeks, 7:00 p.m. in The Gathering Place
BOOK GROUP: Theo of Golden by Allen Levi
Have you read Theo of Golden? Join us for a special evening of conversation as we explore this beautifully written story. We'll gather on Monday, November 16 at 7:00 p.m. in the Gathering Place to talk about the book, share what resonated with us, and explore the connections we find to faith, and the ways we encounter God in unexpected places.
Whether you loved the book, found yourself wrestling with it, or simply want to hear what others thought, come join the conversation!
SACRED CONVERSATION: Creating Space for Connection, Compassion, and the Spirit of the Holy
You are invited to join us for a Sacred Conversation this fall. On the second Tuesday of each month, we’ll gather in the Gathering Place after worship for meaningful conversation, spiritual reflection, and connection.
The world can feel lonely and disconnected, and that is exactly why we need one another. This drop-in group is a place to slow down, listen, share, ask questions, and make space for both spiritual and human connection.
Whether you are exploring who God is, wondering about your faith, or seeking to deepen your relationship with God, you are welcome. Come as you are, bring your questions, and join us as we grow spiritually and build community together.