SUNDAY CHRISTIAN EDUCATION

SUNDAY CHRISTIAN EDUCATION

FALL 2024

Sunday Morning Classes

Children’s Education & Childcare

Sundays during the Service

Plan Your Visit: Sunday Morning Classes

We can’t wait to welcome your family to our Sunday morning classes! Here’s what you can look forward to:

Nursery/Crib Room

Join us every Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in the Nursery, where little ones aged 0-2 years can explore, play, and grow in a safe and nurturing environment.

  • Our caring staff provides lots of love and attention, guiding children through a fun curriculum filled with engaging lessons and exciting crafts. Each activity is designed to support their understanding of God’s love while sparking creativity. It’s the perfect place for your tiny tots to make new friends and thrive! We can’t wait to see them shine!

Children’s Message

Get ready for some fun during our weekly Children’s Message! Each Sunday, all kids are invited to gather at the steps of the Chancel (right at the front of the Sanctuary) for a special time just for them. Here’s what to expect:

  • Exciting Stories: Dive into fun Bible stories that spark imagination and teach important lessons about God’s love!
  • Interactive Fun: Join in with questions, answers, and maybe even some silly surprises along the way!
  • Joyful Laughter: Share laughs and smiles as we learn together, making it a highlight of the service.
  • Special Moments: Connect with friends and share what you’re discovering about God!

Children’s Worship Time

During Children’s Worship Time, children ages 3-10 will participate in a fun and engaging environment designed to teach them about God’s love. Here’s what they can look forward to:

  • Interactive Lessons: Age-appropriate Bible stories and teachings that encourage participation and curiosity.
  • Delicious Snacks: Enjoy tasty treats while learning—snack time is a great way to bond and have fun!
  • Crafts and Activities: Creative projects that reinforce the week’s lesson, allowing children to express themselves.
  • Friendship and Community: An opportunity to make new friends and grow in faith together.

Right after the Children’s Moment, kids will be led into the Blue Room for their lesson. Parents are kindly reminded to pick up their children after the service.

Sunday School

We’re excited to announce that Sunday School will run every Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. in the Blue Room through the end of the year, providing a wonderful opportunity for children to learn and grow in their faith. Please note that after this period, we may adjust our Sunday School offerings.

Your child can look forward to engaging lessons, fun activities, and community with peers in the Blue Room. Here’s what parents can expect:

  • Age-Appropriate Learning: Lessons tailored for various age groups, ensuring each child receives instruction suited to their understanding.
  • Bible Stories: Engaging storytelling that brings the Bible to life and highlights its relevance.
  • Yummy Snacks: We’ll enjoy tasty treats together, making learning even more enjoyable!
  • Music Lessons: Exciting sessions to prepare kids for the Children’s Choir, helping them explore their musical talents while praising God.
  • Group Activities: Collaborative games and activities that foster teamwork and social skills.
  • Safe and Caring Atmosphere: Our dedicated staff prioritizes safety and creates a loving space where children feel valued.

Calling All Older Kids!

We invite students ages 11-18 to get involved as volunteers in both Children’s Worship and Sunday School! Your support and enthusiasm can make a big difference in the lives of younger children. Whether helping with lessons, leading activities, or assisting during snack time, your presence is invaluable.

Not only will you inspire the younger children, but it’s also a wonderful opportunity to grow in your own faith and make lasting connections within our church community. We’re excited to partner with you in fostering spiritual growth and can’t wait to see you all in action!

Please note; class schedules can change during holiday periods or based on other schedule conflicts or other unforeseen events.

Adult Education

Sundays at 11 a.m.
Beginning September 15

GOD INVITES US

Led by David Ivaska

God Invites Us to a Thanksgiving and Advent Filled with Hope: As we move from Thanksgiving into the Season of Advent, David Ivaska leads us through the Scriptures as we investigate the invitation God offers to us to have our hearts filled with hope. This class meets in the Parlor.

Nov. 17- Throughout Old Testament

Nov. 24- Throughout New Testament

Dec. 8- Throughout Paul’s Letters

Dec. 15- Throughout Revelation

PILLARS OF REFORMED CHRISTIAN FAITH

Video lectures by R.C. Sproul
Facilitated by Richard Bell

Pillars of Reformed Christian Faith is an examination of the biblical truths that inform and instruct believers about what they should believe and how they should live. Class meetings begin with a lecture by R.C. Sproul from his famous series, Foundations; An Overview of Systematic Theology, and continue with discussion in seminar format.

The general subjects of Parts I and II were God’s revelation and God’s nature. The general subject of this part is sin and redemption, comprising lectures entitled Angels & Demons, The Creation of Man, The Nature of Sin, Original Sin, Transmission of Sin, The Covenants, The Christ of the Bible, The Christ of the Creeds, The Names of Christ, The States of Christ, The Offices of Christ, The Substitutionary Atonement, Why Did Christ Die?, and The Extent of the Atonement.

BOOK OF ACTS

Led by John Mauck

The Book of Acts was written by Luke—with the Apostle Paul’s extensive assistance—to defend Paul on the occasion of his pending trial before Nero and to bring the most important news in world history to the capital of the Empire, to the Roman hierarchy, to Nero himself, and to the Gentile world. (Acts 20:24 23:11, 25:10-11, 26:32,27:24).

This class, taught by First Pres member John Mauck, will provide the following takeaways:

  1. New understanding of how Acts can help us understand the present-day conflicts over Jewishness, Islam, Christianity, and American political, social and moral issues.
  2. New evidence for the resurrection of Jesus, and the historicity of Acts.

John Mauck is a long time teacher at FPCE, a lawyer, and the author of the award winning Paul on Trial which, together with the Bible, will be the texts for the anticipated 23 Winter and Spring class sessions.