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We have over 50 children in our Church School, led by Jancee Marcone,
the director of Christian Education. Dedicated teachers, teacher’s
aides, and parent helpers help to bless one of the most important
ministerial areas of our church.
A children’s service for the
lower grades is held in a specially equipped chapel. The superintendent
is responsible for the lesson and music each week. The lesson, which is
usually taught in the form of a story, parallels the church seasons and
Holy Days. On the first Sunday of each month and on special occasions
(baptisms, awards, bishop’s visits, etc.), the children are brought into
church for the Holy Eucharist. The upper grades (three through eight)
are encouraged to attend church with their parents during the Eucharist
portion of the service every week. The class length is generally between
45 and 90 minutes, depending upon the length of the adult service.
The
wonderful children of Christ Church are an essential part of our
special events. The nativity pageant last year was a joy, where children
who have grown up in the church rose into the pulpit to narrate the
story of Christmas, while the younger ones smiled and radiated as cows,
sheep, shepherds, angels, magi, Mary and Joseph. Our children also
shined in this year’s Yulefest, where a cast of sixty brought to life
some early history and thought of Christ Church.
Our children,
beginning with the fifth grade, are called upon to serve in all facets
of parish life. They do so willingly, responsibly, and with tremendous
enthusiasm. Their involvement includes social events, fellowship,
worship, stewardship, and education. We cherish their presence in our
parish, and will continue to support and enhance their involvement as
they grow in service.
For more information about Church School,
please contact Jancee Marcone at (203) 375-9659.
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Once children reach the age of 13, they have the opportunity to take Confirmation classes and choose to become a teen member of our community. Confirmation classes are held from February to May usually on Sunday afternoon concluding in the chance to receive the Confirmation Blessing from the State Diocesan Bishop. This the culmination of Sunday School education and teens then move on to our Teen Youth Group. Although more Confirmants are teens, we do also have adults participate in Confirmation. For more information, contact the Rector by calling the church office.
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