Children
Saint Paul’s Kids Formation for Children
The goal of the children’s program at Saint Paul’s is to ensure our children feel nurtured and loved. We will help our children understand the foundations of their faith and knowing God’s love. We will achieve this through coordinated programming of Sunday morning formation, seasonal events, retreats and social gatherings.
Saint Paul’s Kids Nursery: 6 weeks- 4 years
Every Sunday
9:20-12:30 pm
The nursery is staffed each Sunday with two nursery caregivers who are required to complete training and certifications to ensure your child’s safety. We will be happy to assist you in getting your child settled in the nursery so you can enjoy church without having to worry.
Children’s Sunday Formation
Sundays, 10-10:45 am
Godly Play
4K – 2nd Grade
St. Francis Room
Godly Play follows the circle of the Church year and is a space where children of all ages learn the stories of God and the language of the Christian people in a Montessori style format. It is a space that gives permission to play, wonder and allow for big questions.
Upper Elementary
3rd-5th Grade
St. Patrick Room
Each week’s lesson helps our children understand the Church’s beliefs and practices following the model of the Holy Eucharist: gather, tell the sacred story, pray, share and send forth. Laughter and creativity are woven throughout.
Special Events for Children and Families
Parent’s Afternoon Out
Parents may drop off their children ages 3k-5th grade (must be potty trained) at Saint Paul’s for the afternoon. Children will participate in a lesson, craft and/or park play. Snacks provided.
Save the Dates
August 2nd Children’s Ministry Open House and Ice cream Social
August 9th Formation and Choir begin
August 29th-30th Acolyte Festival/Lock-in at Saint Paul’s
Sunday, September 27th Ironman Cheering Station: Kids are invited to make a sign and cheer on the runners on the patio outside the River Room.
Sunday, October 4th Blessing of the Pets Kids are invited to bring their pets for a blessing, 4 pm in the churchyard.
Fall Parent’s Afternoons Out: October Pumpkin Painting TBD
Fall Parent’s Afternoons Out: December Ornament Making TBD
Sunday, November 29th: Make an Advent Wreath to kick off the season of Advent.
Sunday, December 20th: Christmas Pageant The children’s program will be part of the service on the 4th Sunday of Advent. The program lasts between 5-10 minutes. Every child is encouraged to participate in this special event. Children should plan to attend formation regularly in the weeks leading up to the pageant to prepare.
Sunday, December 20th: Reception following the 11 am service including a hot chocolate bar hosted by our children to celebrate the coming of Jesus.
Sunday in February: Winter Family Dance
Tuesday, February 9th Fat Tuesday Pancake
Winter/Spring Parent’s Afternoon Out: March Putt Putt TBD
Winter/Spring Parent’s Afternoon Out: May Day at the Movies TBD
Sunday March 21st Children’s Palm Procession
Thursday March 25th Children’s Service of foot washing and Communion on Maundy
Friday, March 26th Children’s Stations of the Cross
Sunday March 28th Easter Egg Hunt in the Churchyard
Sunday, May 16th Pentecost Procession
