All children are invited to celebrate their own Liturgy of the Word beginning at 9:45 a.m. in the lower level of the parish hall. They rejoin their families in church at the offertory.
Children gather to explore God’s promises in their lives through a curriculum designed for Episcopalians, Weaving God’s Promises. Class sessions are structured around the Holy Eucharist: Gathering, Telling the Sacred Story (Liturgy of the Word), Prayer (Prayers of the People), Sharing (Holy Communion), and Sending Forth. Within this structure there are creative projects, engaging stories, play, and snacks accompanied by earnest discussion.
Junior and Senior High Students are invited to assist with the young children.
Following their lesson, children celebrate with music lead by Ron May. They participate in services on special occasions—in procession portraying a chosen Saint on All Saints Day, on Christmas Eve in a pageant, and on other occasions to sing.
Our parish family is committed to children’s Christian formation with the understanding that it is a lifelong process, happening in community and shaping all of us into the people God created us to be.
We welcome all children and encourage parishioners to invite families with children to join us—as well as grandparents to bring their grandchildren. This is a gift to share.
Contact Kay Hall at 563-940-5246, johnkayhall@gmail.com or Kathy Topalian at 563-210-2525, ktopali@aol.com for more information.
