Our goal is to provide quality programming that encourages children to develop their relationship with God, the church community, and the world around them. As our times and people change, so do our needs.
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Children and Youth in Liturgy
We encourage families to sit near the front of the church so that they can see what is happening throughout the service. We welcome children of all ages, and we understand that this means a little more noise and commotion. Families are invited to sit on the left side of the church up front where we have a special family space. Here the children can see what is happening at the altar. You will find some quiet activities for children of all ages, and there are also worship bags that you may pick up in the Narthex. We do ask that families clean up the space before they leave.
We encourage children to sign up to be Readers, Jr. Acolytes, and Acolytes
We encourage children to sign up to be Readers, Jr. Acolytes, and Acolytes
- Readers read one of the lessons and/or Prayers of the People
- Jr. Acolytes—Children Kdg - 4th grade process behind the cross and choose to sit with their families or the altar party
- Acolytes – Children in fourth grade and older are invited to serve as acolytes. They process with torches and help with the Liturgy of the Table.
Sunday Mornings
Children and Youth are invited to participate in all aspects of our worship service.
10:30-11:30 a.m. Nursery care is available during the worship service.
Our dedicated volunteers will play with children while their adults participate in worship. All of our volunteers have taken Safeguarding God's Children training and had a background check, and we schedule them in teams of two.
Our dedicated volunteers will play with children while their adults participate in worship. All of our volunteers have taken Safeguarding God's Children training and had a background check, and we schedule them in teams of two.
Bible Stories
We meet for a 2-hour block during which we explore a story, read a scripted version, and then act it out with costumes. This happens several times throughout the program year, each with a different make-up of students and adults based on families’ schedules. We record these stories and put them together for a presentation at the end of the program year.
For current information and to get involved, please email Marion Hunner: [email protected]
For current information and to get involved, please email Marion Hunner: [email protected]
Collaboration with Other Faith Communities
We work with other East Metro Episcopal Churches to provide a wide variety of group opportunities. Last year's events included bowling, gingerbread house making, dugeons and dragons, and a family Easter vigil.
Pre-YE, the ECMN middle school retreat, occurs each fall and spring. This event will be at St. Christopher's October 4-5, 2025.
Pre-YE, the ECMN middle school retreat, occurs each fall and spring. This event will be at St. Christopher's October 4-5, 2025.
Special Events
We offer several special events throughout the year that encourage community building and outreach. Some of our most popular are the Hayride, Epiphany Presentation, Putting Away Alleluias, and presenting our recorded Bible Stories. Over the summer we offer Vacation Bible School.