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Children & Youth
We are a nurturing community.
We are committed to the Christian education and loving development of children and youth.
SUNDAY SCHOOL PROGRAM
We are offering three exciting programs, focused by age. The preschool/Kindergarten class will focus on seasonal, basic stories of the Christian faith - including movement, a Bible story, activity and play time. The Grade School classes will use "A Joyful Path" - a spiritual curriculum that celebrates a joy-filled life, compassion for all, and the wisdom within. Each week will include movement, art activities, an original story, and discussion questions - music and nature are also woven into the lessons. The Middle School class will be using the “Shine – Living in God’s Light” curriculum, which explores stories of faith, justice, exile and restoration.
If your child will be participating in our Sunday School program, please fill out the Sunday School info sheet for each child.
CHILDCARE ON SUNDAY MORNINGS
Sundays, 9:00-11:00 am
The Childcare Room (room #7) is staffed by a paid high school childcare worker (Eliyah Boehmer, Ena Formolo, Liv Pothast or Norah Barrett) every Sunday morning starting at 9 am so that parents can attend choir practice and adult education programming. For 10 am worship, childcare is available for infants and children through age two. We ask that all parents that take advantage of childcare fill out a childcare registration form for their child (available at time of drop-off).
MISSION PROJECT
This fall, we are providing assistance to communities affected by flooding, tornadoes & other disasters through clean-up buckets to be distributed through Church World Service. Our goal is to collect items like scouring pads, sponges, various types of cleaners to create 15 buckets.
YOUTH FAMILY BONFIRE
Bonfire Gathering for Middle & High School Families - Sun. Sept. 21 from 6:30-8:00 pm near Deland Park Beach (more details later). Find out what Middle & High School youth group events are happening in 2025/2026. Bring a blanket or folding chair. We will have fun, games, and singing. The whole family is invited!
MIDDLE SCHOOL "JOURNEYS" GROUP
Middle School youth (6th-8th grade) will meet on the first & third Weds of the month from 5:30-6:30 pm in the Youth Room (starting in Oct.). Youth will look at the Jesus’ parables, the Sermon on the Mount and “How to Be a Friend.” Nancy Engberg, leader. In addition, Nancy will be offering fellowship and service projects to engage the Middle School youth.
CONFIRMATION PROGRAM
High School youth (primarily 9th and 10th graders) meet on the first and third Wednesday of the month from 7-8pm in the Youth Room. The students have an opportunity to learn about the basics of the Christian faith and explore their own spiritual journey and practices. Each student is encouraged to meet with a mentor throughout the year. Program includes: a trip to Trinity UCC on southside of Chicago, visit to Milwaukee food pantry and culminates with Confirmation Sunday (May 17th). Pastors Jim & Julia and Nancy Engberg, leaders.
SUNDAY SCHOOL FELLOWSHIP
Each Sunday, children and youth are encouraged to attend the first portion of 10 am worship service with their families. Following the "Time with Children," children head off to their individual classes (until 11 am). Teachers are available to answer your questions about Sunday School class locations and groupings - look for a person with a colorful blue name tag!
If your child will be participating in our Sunday School program, please fill out the Sunday School info sheet for each child. It will help us as we prepare for your child's involvement at church.
YOUTH DINNERS
On the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month (starting in Oct), 7th/8th graders and High school youth are invited to gather for dinner from 6:30-7:00 pm in Lucas Hall. Parents can sign-up to provide the meals.
HIGH SCHOOL GROUP
The High School youth will gather in the Youth Room from 7-8 pm on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month (starting in Oct) for games, bonding and deeper discussion on the challenges of life. Nancy Engberg, leader.
We are a Safe Sanctuaries Church. One of our goals is to provide a safe environment for the children and youth who are entrusted to our care as they participate in our programs and use our facilities. We have adopted a policy and procedure to provide a safe environment - copies of which are available in the church office, or can be emailed at your request by contacting office@fccsheboygan.org.