Children and Worship

At St. Paul’s we believe that children of all ages are interested and capable of experiencing God through worship.  For this reason we aim to provide meaningful worship experiences for a variety of ages.  Through these programs we help children learn how to encounter God through worship and teach them about the elements of traditional Christian worship. 

Children’s Sermon

      On the second and fourth Sundays of every month, the 11:00 worship service includes a Children’s Sermon.  

The Nursery

      Supervised childcare is provided for infants and toddlers in our nursery located in the West Building.  Two paid staff members build strong relationships with the children in their care and give parents peace of mind as they worship during the 11:00 service. 

 

Wee Worship

      For children ages 2-5, volunteers, assisted by staff, lead a devotional, teach songs, read stories, and facilitate worship, snack, and play time during the 11:00 worship service.  Every 2nd and 4th Sunday, children ages 2 and up are invited to the sanctuary at 11:00 to hear the children’s sermon.  After the children’s sermon, the children are escorted to the West Building for Wee Worship.    

Children and Communion

      As a church of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), we celebrate the Lord’s Supper each and every Sunday.  We believe that it is the Lord’s Table, open to all who believe in Christ Jesus as Lord and Savior.  Such belief requires a certain level of spiritual maturity; therefore, each family is encouraged to make decisions regarding their child/children’s participation in the communion feast.  Our Diaconate will serve all worshipers; therefore, if you wish for you child to refrain from taking communion, please talk over this issue with your child and guide him or her through this time in our service.    

Children and Baptism

      As preparation for baptism, children are invited to participate in the Pastor’s Class, a special Sunday School usually held for five weeks in the spring.  This class teaches children basics about the Scriptures, the Church, and the significance of baptism using Walter Scott’s “Five Finger Exercise.”  Those wishing to participate are encouraged to contact the associate minister.