Sunday Mornings for Children
Click here for more about what is going on in the Children's Program.  Click here for information about educational offerings for youth THE 4th and 5th GRADE EXPERIMENT  This year we are trying a new approach to teaching this age group.   Each month a different group of amazing parishioners will be in the classroom with our great group of 4th and 5th graders.  The children will explore a different subject each month such as “What Does it Mean to Be an Episcopalian?”, “Caring for Others”, “Creation and Gardening”. Teachers: 31 Parishioners who agreed to this experiment! Location: Room 122 3rd Graders primary emphasis this fall will be studying people of the Old Testament through stories, collage and other art, games, and music. Teachers: Ms. Tyler Goldberg and Ms. Angela Koshewa  Location: Room 124 1st and 2nd Graders learn through “Godly Play” – an excellent curriculum created by Episcopal priest, Jerome Berryman.  The stories of the Bible come to life for children as told by their storytellers.  The stories are followed by a series of wondering questions and the work of children follows through art and using the materials to retell the stories.   This class should not be disturbed while it is in progress except in an emergency. Storytellers: Ms. Laura Bomar, chair, Ms. Jodi Behr RN, Ms. Erin Hargan, Ms. Anne Farra, Ms. Libby Hardy, Mr. Joel Latto, and Ms. Amy Tucker Location: Room 126                                3s, 4s and Kindergarteners are taught the stories of the bible through art creations during the 10:00 a.m. church hour that help children retell the stories at home.  They continue their study during the education hour with stories and games. Teachers: Ms. Lauren Becker and Ms. Julie Ware; Our High School Youth (3rd Sundays) Location: Room 123 2s (22 months through 36 months) spend their mornings in parallel play with their peers.   They learn how to share and how to be kind to your neighbors in a safe and nurturing environment. Teachers: Ms. Ann Wise, Ms. Sue Shaw and Ms. Leisa Baechler  Location: Room 115 Nursery (birth through 21 months) is where children of our St. Matthew’s families first learn that the people who care for them CARE for them.  It is a safe and loving environment. Nursery leaders: Ms. Brooke Sparks and Mr. David Sparks Location:   Room 116
Children's Chapel The Bridge Service The Nursery Church School	Children’s Chapel is offered for 3s through first graders during the 10:00 a.m. Eucharist. Lay chaplains lead this worship intentionally designed for young children.  Parents are always invited to attend. Bridge Service During our 10:00 AM worship, second graders through fifth graders are welcome to participate in an optional worship service - The Bridge.   The is in Clingman Chapel which is on the main level off of the narthex (lobby).  What is The Bridge worship? The Bridge is a church service for second through fifth graders which acts as a transition (hence “The Bridge”) between Children’s Chapel for our 3-year-olds through first graders and our adult-based Eucharist.  The Bridge worship follows the same format as the first part of our liturgy in church.  In The Bridge worship service, the children participate fully and have a time to ask questions.  They use the Book of Common Prayer and the Hymnal for their service.  Our lay chaplains’ homilies are based on the Gospel lesson of the day.   The Bridge is timed for children to join their families in church during the exchange of the peace in order to experience communion as a family.   Why did we start the Bridge five years ago? 1.      In The Bridge, children are actively learning the “hows” and “whys” of our liturgy. 2.      In The Bridge, children participate each week as acolytes, lectors, and ushers. 3.      In The Bridge, questions and discussion with children are encouraged in an environment where children feel comfortable asking questions.   A few other notes: This is a worship service and the same reverence is expected in this space as you would expect in church.This service is completely optional.  We hope your child will try it at least one time, come occasionally, or always participate.  Parents are always welcome to participate in Bridge Worship and are encouraged to attend with your child as often as you like.

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