Educational Ministries of First Congregational United Church of Christ 

The Sunday Church School

This is the primary educational ministry experience for children. Beginning at age three, children are exposed to Bible stories and learn God's love for them through stories, crafts and music. "Seasons of the Spirit" is the main curriculum resource used in all levels of the church school. It is a lectionary-based curriculum that centers on education, worship and service.

Preschool age children and older begin in worship with their families, and then attend church school following the Pastor's sharing the word of the day with them. In their classes, they hear the same lesson that their parents hear in worship. During the summer months, children in the younger elementary grades attend a multi-age class.

During the summer, Vacation Bible School is held jointly with St. Paul's United Church of Christ.  Children 3 yrs - 6th grade participate in this week long program.  Bible stories, crafts, songs and game make this an enjoyable experience.

Confirmation

Confirmation classes are for those young people entering the eighth grade or older. The purpose of the program is to help them gain an understanding of the faith, of the Church's history and its mission so that they will be able to make decisions from the point of view of a person of faith. Confirmation classes meet, depending on schedules, either Sunday evening or Sunday morning during the church school hour September through May.

Spiritual Growth

The spiritual formation of our church family is an important aspect of our ministry.  Our outdoor labrynth is available during regular church hours.  The Women's Spirituality group meets on the third Wednesday of the month September through May at 6:00 p.m. An annual retreat for women is held at Common Ground Retreat Center in either the Spring or Fall.

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