Children’s Homily – The Clergy
Following
the reading of the Gospel and before the sermon, children are invited by
the priest or deacon to come forward for the Children’s Homily. This
takes various forms, but most often the priest or deacon sits on the
chancel floor with the children to talk with them. The adults also enjoy
this time, but the homily is for the children. The message is on their
level and the dynamic is love and “belonging.”
Children’s Chapel – Megan Burnett, Children’s Ministries
Following
the Children’s Homily, the children go to the Rodgers Hall which is
directly behind the Narthex. Here the children experience and respond to
a specially tailored proclamation of God’s Word on their level. During
the Peace, the children return to the church as we continue with the
celebration of the Holy Eucharist. Children’s Chapel is for children
four years old through the fifth grade. Children are always welcome to
spend the entire time with their parents in the worship service if that
is their choice.
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Children’s Church School – Megan Burnett, Children’s Ministries
Classes
for pre-school to fifth grade are based on a biblically oriented,
hands-on approach that helps children explore the scripture and their
faith in a meaningful way. The studies are very interactive and
experiential and utilize our Anglican tradition. Teachers are trained
and guided in this important task by staff and a wealth of resources.
The Nursery – Megan Burnett, Children’s Ministries
A nursery
is provided for the 10:30 Eucharist, Church School and other activities
of the parish. The nursery is also available at the 8:00 Eucharist by
request to the parish office. The nursery is centrally located in the
middle of our facilities on the first floor between the parish office
and Metcalf Hall. Both paid and volunteer help are utilized in caring
for the children. We want children and families to know that even the
youngest among us are important. The environment is clean, bright, happy
and loving. Everyone who works with our children participate in a
seminar on “Safe-guarding Our Children.” |
