children & youth

• Godly Play gives children a uniquely Episcopalian way of discovering how to come close to God.  In addition to learning Bible stories, children learn how people in a Christian community live and work together.  Their classroom, arranged according to Montessori methods, is a save and sacred place and their time there is patterned in the same was as our liturgy.  A lesson and wondering is followed by the children's homily or response time.  Then, the children offer prayers of thanksgiving and share a "feast".  A blessing and dismissal sends them downstairs to join their families in church for communion.

• St. John’s Eagles is a program for ages nine through twelve and uses educational materials prepared for the Episcopal church called “All Things New” to help young people understand the Bible and their Christian responsibilities.

• Rite Thirteen helps young people discover and take their place as adults in the church.  We invite young people to live into their Christian faith through service projects and fun events.

• Confirmation Class prepares teenagers to make an adult commitment to follow Jesus’ teachings and to live a Christian life. A new class forms every other year. The teens meet regularly to learn about our faith, morality, the Bible and the Prayer Book.

• Acolytes -- Teachers, story tellers, artists, aides, and other program volunteers are also welcome. Contact Kathie Giltinan, Christian Formation Coordinator at kgiltinan@stjohnswv.org if you have questions or would like to help.

Schedules

• Godly Play through Sundae Sunday, June 8, 2008
• Nursery Rotation