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CHILDREN Toddler Twos — 2 year olds
EXPLORING FAITH plants the seeds of faith in children’s hearts and minds while helping them come to know the transforming love of Jesus Christ! Our Pre-School Class, for 3 &4 year olds, is located on the 1st floor of Oxford Hall. Our Early Elementary Class, for children in grades Kindergarten & 1, is located on the 1st floor of Oxford Hall. Our Middle Elementary Class, for children in grades 2, 3, 4 is located on the lower level of Oxford Hall. Our Older Elementary Class, for children in grades 5-6, is located on the lower level of Oxford Hall. Make a joyful noise! Every Sunday you will hear a very “joyful noise” in the Choir Room (Level 2A on Elevator) as we begin each Sunday morning at 9:30 with opening exercises for children grades K-6th. Under the very capable and gifted leadership of Bruce Gingrich, Minister of Worship and Music/Organist, the love of music is shared with our children. Vocal skills and rhythm through the use of Orff instruments, Children’s Handbells and ChoirChimes. Mr. Gingrich is assisted by the capable leadership of Carol Wright, Heidi Sheehan, and Susan Dunn. SPECIAL STUDIES FOR CHILDREN First Church offers two special studies for children: Worship Enrichment This class, designed for children in grades 1 & 2, helps children understand the components of worship & features a special section on the sacraments. Children & leaders will meet together for 7 weeks, during the 10:55 worship service, beginning on Sunday, Sept. 23rd & concluding on Sunday, Nov. 4th.
Learning to Use My Bible This study is especially designed for 3rd and 4th graders and offers a fun, hands-on approach, with games, music & maps designed to encourage children to take an interest in their Bibles while helping them make it their lifelong companion. Children & leaders will meet together for 7 weeks, during the 10:55 worship service, beginning on Sunday, Sept. 23rd & concluding on Sunday, Nov. 4th.
1. Children’s Sabbath - Worship led by the Children 2. Advent/Christmas & Spring Musicals 3. Special curriculam relating to Earth Day, Black History Month, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day. Special guest speakers are also invited to present to the children. CHILDCARE 3 Levels are staffed from 9:15—12:15 YOUTH All youth, grades 7—12, are invited to come to the youth class which meets in the Youth Rooms, located on the 3rd floor. Each week, youth and their leaders will meet for prayer and devotions, combined with discussions of topical issues. Once a month, as a service to the congregation, the youth host a very popular Youth Cafe. Each Café is nominally priced and all the food is prepared and served by the youth. These Cafes provide a wonderful source of fellowship for all ages as well as delicious meals! For more information on youth ministries and activities, please contact Aileen Baxter, Director of Youth Ministries, or 452-3300, ext. 203 Tweens are for grades 7-8 Youth are grades 9 -12
ADULTS Four adult classes are offered each Sunday: College and Young Adult Class, led by Bruce Bernard, meets in the Burton Room located on the 1st floor at the Sassafras Street Lobby Godly Women meets from 9:30 - 10:00 A.M. led by Kim Steadman in the Wesley Room located on the 1st floor at the Sassafras Street Lobby. Odds and Ends Class meets from 10:00 - 10:30 A.M. in the Wesley Room located on the 1st floor at the Sassafras Street Lobby. “Spirituality in Christian Community” led by Dr. Aaron Kerr, Senior Pastor, meets in the Library located on the 1st floor of the sanctuary building. Your Faith and the Daily News This “drop-in” class discusses current issues. The class meets in Fellowship Hall and Rev. Howard Wright, Associate Pastor, serves as facilitator. SPECIAL STUDIES FOR ADULTS Christian Believer, led by Dr. Kerr, meets on Tuesday evenings, 6:30 - 8:30. Students are invited to “come and rest in the words of the Gospels while we study the mystery and wonder these books have to offer.” Methodist Towers Bible Study, led by Dr. Kerr, meets on Wednesday mornings, 10:30, at the Towers. For more information on any of our Christian Education & Discipleship opportunities, please contact us.
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