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The mission of our Christian Education Program is to invite and challenge children, youth and adults to come to know and experience God through Jesus Christ, claim and live God's promises, and grow and serve as Christian disciples.
Church School
Sunday 9:30 a. m. to 10:40 a. m.
We provide classes for children ages two through Senior High. We have selected curriculum and activities best suited to the individual needs and interests of our children and youth.
For children ages 2 through Kindergarten, we present the Bible through story-telling, music, crafts and various fun activities.
For children grades 1-6 we offer Bible lessons using Bible skills and games, story-telling, music, art, drama, videos, computers and cooking.
For Junior and Senior High students we offer Bible study with interactive discussion and life application.
Third grade students receive their own Bibles on Christian Education Sunday held the last Sunday of September.
See the schedule for location of the classes.
Adult Classes
Sunday 9:30 a. m. to 10:40 a. m.
Our church is pleased to offer many adult Sunday School classes that await and invite your attendance. Current issues of social concern, missions, personal problems, themes and books of the Bible and the development of a personal faith are studied each Sunday. The classes offer discussions and learning experiences about these topics as well as social activities. You will discover in each group a warm and supportive fellowship that is serious about its faith and its relevance to everyday living. Click on the following link for adult Sunday School schedules.
Children's Church
Sunday 8:30 a. m. and 11:00 a. m. Services
We invite all children ages four through second grade to attend worship with their parents. Following the children's message, youngsters are escorted to Children's Church for a special time of prayer, Bible story, song and crafts:
- 8:30 a.m. in Room 125;
- 11:00 a.m. Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten, Room 221; Grades 1 and 2, Room 223.
We encourage parents to share leadership responsibilities for this valuable experience by volunteering to assist on a rotating basis. Lesson plans and all necessary materials are provided.
Children's Worship Kits
Sunday 8:30 a. m. and 11: 00 a. m. Services
Children's worship kits are available on the stand in the narthex. These kits contain Bible storybooks, a copy of the Children's Church Bulletin, crayons, paper and coloring sheets. We ask parents to return the kits at the end of the worship service.
Childcare
Sunday 8:30 a. m., 9:30 a. m. and 11:00 a. m.
An experienced member of the church staff, assisted by Nursery Volunteers, is here each Sunday to care for infants and toddlers in Rooms 122 and 123 on the first floor. Parents are asked to assist a few times a year. Childcare is provided for both worship services and for children (0 to 2) whose parents are attending 9:30 a.m. Church School classes. A silent pager is available for contacting parents if needed.
Cradle Roll
Birth to Age Two
All children born into this congregation are enrolled in our Cradle Roll Program. Parents receive newsletters and a small gift. Expectant parents should include the church on their list of those to call when the baby is born.
Mother's Morning Out
For children 0-3 years old we offer a childcare program 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. Monday through Friday. Here the children are watched and cared for in an atmosphere of love, trust, acceptance and understanding. For more information call Leslie Robinson, Director, at 429-0403.
Nursery School
Our church offers a.m. and p.m. Preschool sessions for 3 and 4 year olds. Each child is helped to develop to the fullest of his/her own potential in a nurturing environment following Christian principles. Call Barbara Thomas, Director, at 428-2155 for more information.
Both Mother's Morning Out and the Nursery School are licensed and inspected by The State of New Jersey, Division of Youth and Family Services.
Church Library
Monday - Friday 9:00 a. m. to 4:30 p. m.
Sunday mornings
Our church library is located near the offices on the first floor. We have a large collection of religious works for circulation as well as reference books. A children's library is located in Room 224 on the second floor.
Youth Fellowship
Sunday Evening September - May
- Discover (3rd - 6th Grades) meets monthly Oct. 29, Nov. 19, Dec. 3, Jan. 21, Feb. 18, Mar. 18
- Junior High (7th & 8th Grades) meets weekly 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. - Room 238
- Senior High (9th - 12th Grades) meets weekly 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. - Room 330
This time of Christian fellowship helps young people grow in their Christian faith and includes activities such as games, music, skits, videos, trips, service projects and discussions. Youth are encouraged to bring friends.
See the Youth page for additional information.
Acolytes
Children and youth (6th - 12th grades) are invited to serve as acolytes for our worship services. Acolytes light and extinguish the candles; lead the worship leaders into and out of the sanctuary; carry the cross, banners, candle lighters, chalice and Bible; collect prayer cards and offer information packets to visitors.
A training session is offered each September for new acolytes. Contact Larry Lawton or Rev. Joan Hutchinson. For more information call 429-0403.
