Safe Church Policy

Nursery and Ministry
to infants and toddlers and their families
Nursery Ministry is provided for infants and toddlers throughout the year. The nursery is located in the parish hall and is staffed by both youth and adult volunteers. Young children are also welcome in the church service. There are soft toys, books and a rocking chair available at the rear of the church. Parents should feel free to walk their children in the rear of the church or escape to the nursery if they are encountering challenges during the service. There is a changing table available in the bathroom in the parish hall.

Religious Formation for Pre-primary children (Godly Play)
Godly Play is a Montessori-based program, teaching children the art of using religious language-parable, sacred story, silence and liturgical action – to help them become more fully aware of the mystery of God’s presence in their lives. In the Godly play room we emphasize listening, gentleness, and creativity.

Religious Formation for Elementary Age Children (Workshop Rotations)
WorkshopCycles is a new way of experiencing Sunday School. It takes seriously the spiritual development of children while providing creative, hands-on activities to help children learn the stories of God and God's people. Children work on the same story or concept for five weeks, using different learning approaches each week

Religious Formation for Youth (Journey to Adulthood)
Journey to Adulthood is a complete youth ministry program of spiritual formation for 6th - 12th grades. It uses Bible study, prayer, rites of passage, outreach ministries and both serious and playful activities to underscore its core principles: 1) Manhood and womanhood are free gifts from God. 2) Adulthood must be earned.

Grade 6 – Amazing Journey
Amazing Journey prepares our young people for the 6 year program known as Journey to Adulthood

Grades 7-8 Journey to Adulthood/ Rite 13
The first two years focuses on celebrating the individuality of each young person and their creative potential. The Rite-13 liturgy (A celebration of Manhood and Womanhood) is the community expression of this.

Grades 9-10- Journey to Adulthood/J2A
Journey to Adulthood (J2A) is the middle portion of the program, engaging youth with the skills and critical thinking involved in adulthood. The youth plan and embark on a pilgrimage together at the end of this segment.

Grades 10-12- Journey to Adulthood/YAC
Young Adults in the Church (YAC) is a mentor-based program helping older teens to discern and carry out a ministry within their church or in the larger community. Vocation and development of a personal credo are also emphasized.

Sacramental Preparation Programs for children and youth

Holy Eucharist

Confirmation

Family Liturgy
Every 6 weeks and on special liturgical feasts, the liturgy is specifically oriented toward children and families. However, every Sunday the children are made to feel a part of the worshiping community.

Children’s Choir
All Church School students are members of our Junior Choir. They sing lively, contemporary music at each Family Liturgy. Rehearsals are as scheduled. Check out the announcements for details.