Beloved, let us love one another, because love is from God;
everyone who loves is born of God and knows God.
1 John 4:7
Welcome to the vibrant and inclusive Youth and Family Ministries at First Church! It is our heartfelt mission to share God’s everlasting love with the children of our church and the wider community. Within our nurturing environment, families can cultivate their faith, gain a deeper understanding of Jesus’ teachings, and find the unwavering support of a caring community. We embrace the truth that we are all children of God, extending a warm welcome to first-timers and friends alike!
We invite you to explore our September – December 2023 Calendar and the event details below to see how you can connect and get involved. To join our ministry events, simply scroll to the bottom of this page to register your child(ren). Additionally, you can stay updated by subscribing to our biweekly Youth and Family Ministries Newsletter.
If you have any questions or would like to learn more, please reach out to Jenny Bennett, Director of Youth and Family Ministries, at [email protected]. We’re excited to welcome you on this joyous journey of faith and fellowship!
Monthly worship for families with young children
Time: 9:30 – 10:15 a.m.
Location: The Parlor
Monthly fellowship and devotion for 3rd and 4th graders
Time: 10:15 – 10:45 a.m.
Location: The Mezzanine
Children attend Church School in person from 11:00 a.m. until noon throughout the year. During the children’s prayer, children gather in the sanctuary to be led to the Parlor by Church School teachers. Children are picked up directly after worship by their families or other approved adults.
Please register your child(ren) below to participate! For more information about how to get involved contact contact Jenny at [email protected].
Music, worship, and fellowship for ages 3 – 6th grade
Time: Sunday mornings during the 11:00 a.m. worship service
Children’s Church School includes a strong musical component. The beginning of Church School is always dedicated to engaging our children and youth in making a joyful noise to God. Children of all ages are encouraged to explore and befriend their voices as they gain the skills to be worship leaders in the congregation, singing at special events and services throughout the year. Singers learn theologically rich pieces from around the world and familiarize themselves with the great hymns of the church. Children in 1st – 6th grade can continue exploring worship through music at Student Choristers, which meets in the Parlor regularly after Church School on Sundays. You can register your child(ren) for Student Choristers online or in person. For more information about how to get involved contact contact Jenny at [email protected].
Children’s Music and Student Choristers
Time: Church School (11:00 – 12:00 p.m.) and Student Choristers (1st – 6th graders), 12:15 – 12:40 p.m.
Location: The Parlor
Subscribe to our biweekly Youth & Families Newsletter and check out our Summer Calendar for youth & family programming linked here. For more information about the Youth Group, contact Jenny at [email protected].
Biweekly youth group for 5th – 8th graders and 9th – 12th graders
Time: 12:15 – 1:00 p.m.
Location: The Mezzanine
Confirmation Classes
Time: Sundays, 12:45 – 1:30 p.m., Mezzanine
Monthly family fellowship and devotion
Time: Every third Thursday of the month from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Location: South Wing, First Church
Raising children is hard, and while we don’t claim to have all the answers, we strive to be a supportive community where you can share your questions, concerns, joys, and outcomes. The whole family is welcome to The Village, a monthly program with dinner, fellowship, and devotion for parents and families of all ages. After enjoying a shared meal, children will engage in a separate activity while parents join together for a special program. Please RSVP at least a week before each meeting: Jenny Bennett, Director of Youth and Family Ministries, [email protected].
Youth: Fellowship and Service Events
In addition to our regular Bibles & Bagels Sunday meetings, youth also participate in special service and fellowship opportunities. These events are designed to nurture authentic relationships and promote youth leadership in the congregation and wider community. Please refer to the Youth and Family Ministries Calendar for more information.
Family Events
Throughout the year, the whole family is invited to gather for joyful events to celebrate the special holidays and milestones in church life. Some of our family events include movie nights, a Christmas celebration, and Graduation Sunday. Please refer to the Youth and Family Ministries Calendar for more information.
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Upcoming Children & Youth Learning Events
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