A Place for Kids..

St. John's provides opportunities for our young ones by providing several ways for them to participate in learning and exploring the Lutheran Faith.

Youth Opportunities at St. John's:

• Children's Sermons - During our services, Children's Sermons are given which focus on our young ones understanding and connection with the message for the week. The children's sermons that are given by our Pastor not only provide a connection for the children but many times provide young and old with a great way to connect with the Gospel and readings of the week.
  
  
• Children's Sunday School - Throughout the school year (Sep. - May) beginning at 10:15AM on Sunday mornings St. John's holds Sunday School for ages 2 and older. Sunday School Lessons joyfully shares the wonders of learning about God through a weekly Family Bible Study including art projects, music, lessons and stories (and parables) about the people of the Bible, prayers, and lots of answers to frequently asked questions.
  
  
• Confirmation Class - Throughout the school year (Sep. - May) beginning at 10:15AM on Sunday mornings St. John's holds confirmation classes for 7th & 8th grade students



• Senior High Youth - Throughout the school year (Sep. - May) Sr. High youth are invited to attend a monthly youth gathering in conjunction with Ashton United Methodist Church.



• Cherub and Junior Choir - Throughout the school year (Sep. - May)



• Kid's Fun Night - Throughout the school year (Sep. - May) Kid's fun nights are a special time where children come together in a Christian environment to socialize, eat a simple meal, play games, make crafts, and sing songs.



• Summer Vacation Bible School - During the summer vacation season St. John's offers an action packed week of Vacation Bible School for the youth of the community. This is always well attended providing a great way for our children to learn about the Christian faith.



• Pre-School - A developmentally appropriate curriculum is provided that allows the child personal growth to gain the skills and knowledge necessary for a smooth transition into kindergarten. A variety of experiences are provided in a Stimulating Christian Environment.
St. John's preschool is in session September through May following the AFC School District schedule.


• "Kid's Change" - During each Sunday morning's Worship Service, children have an opportunity to participate, not only in the worship service by collecting 'change' during the regular congregational offering, but by collecting "Kid's Change", they participate in a larger service to the community and to the world. The Kid's Change is designated each month to a different Benevolence.



Each of these opportunities provides ways for St. John's to reach out to the needs of the families and their children.