WORSHIP PARTICIPATION

The Acolyte Program

Children in Grades 3 through 7 are invited to take part in our Acolyte Program in which they assist the Minister and the Deacons in the formal opening and closing of worship through the lighting and extinguishing of the candles. The acolytes are trained, guided, and overseen weekly by the Board of Deacons. Acolyte robes are also provided by the Deacons. Training sessions will be announced throughout the year, so please inquire through the Learning Center Office (846-3515) if your child is interested.

The Children's Time

On the last Sunday of each month (unless otherwise announced) the children will be provided a mini-sermon (for kids of all ages) at the beginning of the service. This message is affectionately known as "The Children's Time". Children and their families will be directed to the Sanctuary on "Children’s Time" Sundays. All of the children are dismissed to their classrooms after "The Children's Time".

Circle Time

On alternate Sundays, after the children report to their classrooms and attendance has been taken, they will gather in Farnum Hall for "Circle Time". In the circle, the children will share in a mini-worship service complete with prayers, a scripture lesson, the sharing of joys and concerns, and the collection of offering. Observing a worship ritual, just like Mom and Dad, will prepare the children for the adult worship experience as they get older.

Sermonastics

One Sunday a month, the Jr. High Class and Confirmation Prep Class and will attend the worship service, as a group, to engage in an exercise called "Sermonastics". Using a worksheet as a guide, they will develop a deeper understanding of the Minister’s message.