KIDS AND FAMILIES

At West Parish Church, we believe Christian Education is a lifelong process. It is a personal and a communal experience of developing and living our faith. When education is infused with the transforming love of God, the reconciling message of Jesus, and the faithful presence of the Holy Spirit, it becomes a vehicle to change lives and to make a difference in the world.

 

All families are welcome - whether reluctant, shy, boisterous, squirmy, or skeptical.  We welcome each person with open arms, as Jesus did. We seek to nurture spiritual life by passing on the sacred stories and faith practices of our Christian heritage, laying a foundation for a life-long journey of faith.

 

 Sunday School is at 10:00 am on Sundays!

NURSERY 

Infants and toddlers are always welcomed in our worship services! If you prefer - nursery care is also available in a clean, colorful room. The nursery is staffed by trained, caring, responsible teenagers and adults. 

SUNDAY SCHOOL

Wonder, learn, create, and play! Children attend the worship service with their caregiver for the first 10 minutes until Sunday School teachers bring them to class.  Kids from four years through middle school gather together for a “one room school house“ with our Sunday School Teacher, Emelie, and a parent assistant.  Our wonderful multi-age curriculum encourages interaction, and older children are invited to help guide the younger ones.

CONFIRMATION

Beginning in the eight grade, confirmation is available as a year-long class with the minister. Youth explore Christianity throughout the year, and have the option to join the church as full members if they feel called.

 

Confirmation happens every other year. The next confirmation class will be in Spring 2025.

YOUNG ADULTS

Our youth group for 5-9th graders meets every first Friday. Meetings are full of games, sharing, discussion and service.  Special actives are held throughout the year, such as mission trips and more! All youth are welcome to attend – and to bring a friend!