Christian Education Kick-Off: Another Year of Growing in Faith

On Sunday, September 20, St. Mary’s celebrated the Christian Education Kick-Off for the new church year by hosting a fabulous, bountiful breakfast and by introducing each class to their new teachers. Nursery school children through adults have programs tailored to their needs and interests. We are fortunate to have safe, inviting, comfortable classrooms for all our educational programs, and to have a full range of audio/visual equipment to use in exploring God’s call to us in our lives.



Our nursery is bustling with newborns and with toddlers, and those parents caring for them can hear the service with our new sound system! This year, two Godly Play classes are available for our many children aged 3 through first grade in which we make Bible stories come to life and introduce children to worship.  Children in 2 through 5 grades grow further in their faith in a rich curriculum appropriately called The Mustard Seed. The junior high and senior high classes are bursting at the seams with bright, energetic, inquisitive teens who meet together not only on Sunday mornings, but also at youth group events throughout the year.  

Offerings for adults are abundant, both on Sunday mornings and at other times throughout the year, often following Wednesday evening worship, and at special gatherings such as Marriage Enrichment and retreats.  The commitment to Christian Education is significant at St. Mary’s with a Rector, and Assistant Rector, and over 30 adults actively involved in sharing their faith not only by teaching on Sunday mornings, but as importantly by modeling their beliefs in their lives. We are truly a community blessed by God with the desire to grow in our faith. If you are new to St. Mary’s or are looking for a safe a welcoming church, we invite you to explore our numerous programs and opportunities.