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We miss seeing you in person, but have loved seeing many of you on Zoom! Check out what we have going on for children and youth at Christ Church in May! You'll find information on our Youth Service, as well as specific
programming for all ages - in order of oldest to youngest
. Please scroll all the way to the end for information on:
- the Graduates bulletin.
- the invitation to 4th Graders to visit Club 56 on May 27.
- Recognition Sundays - of our volunteers, acolytes, and choir!
- new dates for the Youth Mission Trip.
- Ministry Architects: Children & Youth Leadership and Prayer Teams.
Friends are welcome at all events!
Please forward this email to anyone you think may want to join us.
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Youth Service on Mother's Day
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May 10 is Mother's Day, when we traditionally have our Youth Service. Children and youth do all parts of the service - from start to finish!
This year, each part of the service will be done by a different cohort. Check out the list below and
let us know if anyone in your family is willing to participate!
- The Welcome: Nursery, Playgroup & Good Shepherd Atrium (age 0 to SK)
- Opening Acclamation & Dismissal: True Vine Atrium (1st & 2nd Grades)
- The Collect & Lord's Prayer: Children's Chapel / Kids Connection (3rd & 4th Grades)
- The Readings: Confirmation Classes (7th & 8th Grades)
- The Sermon: High School Youth
- Prayers of the People: Club 56 (5th & 6th Grades)
Since our building will still be closed, everyone will take a video of their part. Thank you to Mr. Clemmitt, who will assemble everyone's videos into a beautiful service!
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Second Sunday Soul Fuel
for senior high youth in 9th through 12th grade
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Our high school youth (9th - 12th graders) will gather on
Sunday, May 10 at 4pm. We will celebrate our SENIORS and share both our disappointments and gratitude for the year.
Especially if you are a senior, please RSVP!
Contact
Megan (917-930-7629) for the Zoom meeting info.
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First Friday Faves
for youth in 5th through 8th grade
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We end our first year of First Friday Faves with a grand finale: Second City will lead us in an improv workshop!
What could be better at this time than lots of LAUGHS?!?
All 5th through 8th graders and their friends are invited. Friday, May 1, 6-7PM.
RSVP: If you can, please let Megan know if you can join us and any friends you are bringing by Friday, April 24. The suggested donation is $20 per participant to cover the cost. When you RSVP, Megan will send you the Zoom meeting details and options for making a donation.
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Confirmation
for 7th and 8th graders
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Christ Church is doing its best to contribute to minimizing the spread of COVID-19. All of our meetings were transferred to Zoom. We are sad to share that this year's Confirmation Service, which was scheduled for May 5, has been postponed.
We still have one more
7th grade whole group gathering on Monday, April 27 at 6pm. We will hear from Christopher on the Nicene Creed and write our own Statements of Faith.
7th and 8th graders: To RSVP to the First Friday Faves Second City event or to be a reader in the Youth Service, contact
Megan (917-930-7620).
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Club 56
for 5th and 6th graders
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Club 56 is a pre-Confirmation program for 5th and 6th graders. The goal is to get to know each other, the church, and stories in the Bible. We play games and do other activities that go along with each story/theme.
In May we continue our third unit on "Purpose: Why am I?" We explore ways we can contribute to the world and hear stories from the life of Jesus.
Club 56 meets every Wednesday from 6-6:50pm. Friends welcome!! Contact Melissa for the Zoom meeting details.
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Kids Connection
for 3rd and 4th graders
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Kids Connection is our monthly program for 3rd and 4th graders to get together and connect with their faith and each other. The focus is on games and having fun!
Our next Kids Connection is Sunday, May 17, 4:00-4:40pm. We will continue to celebrate the Easter season, focusing on hope, and the good things that happen after going through something difficult. Contact Melissa for Zoom meeting details.
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Sunday School
for all children age three through 4th grade
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Every Sunday morning, children from our Children's Chapel, True Vine and Good Shepherd classes come together to reconnect, sing some songs with Elizabeth Clemmitt, and hear a short lesson based on the Gospel readings from the Common Lectionary. The focus is on fun and being together. 11:00-11:30am.
If Zoom isn't for you - or even if it is, Sunday School activities that can be done at home are sent out every Friday. Each lesson is based on that Sunday's Gospel reading.
For the Sunday School at-home lesson or Zoom meeting information, contact
Melissa
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Playgroup
for children and their parents and caregivers
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Children, parents and caregivers meet every Wednesday morning for conversation and connection. 9:30-10:00am. For Zoom meeting details, contact Melissa.
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In the summer, baptisms are in the lake at Maple Street Park!
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Several baptisms that were supposed to happen in the spring have had to be rescheduled. We will be excited to celebrate those church members and families when we are able to gather again in person! If you have a baby or child you would like to have
baptized
, please fill out a
Baptism Request Form
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Attention Graduates!
for seniors in high school & college
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Congratulations to all those graduating from high school and college this year! We would like to recognize your exciting accomplishment and transition in our annual Graduates bulletin. Please email
Charlotte McGee the following by Tuesday, June 2:
- A picture (that will be cut down to a small square head shot)
- The school or program you are graduating from.
- Your plans for the fall and/or after graduation.
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Fourth Graders - You are Invited!
for 4th graders
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Congratulations on almost completing 4th grade!! Since you will soon be in 5th grade, Club 56 would like to
invite you to be
part of our posse with a warm welcome on Wednesday, May 27 from 6-6:50pm. We will show you the ropes, try to get to know you better, and hope that you decide to become members of our Club!
More information on Club 56 is above. For Zoom meeting details or to RSVP, contact Melissa.
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At the end of every year, we celebrate all the people who participated in our programs and volunteered their time and talent to make it all possible. Even though we won't be able to gather in person, we will do what we can to recognize YOU and show our appreciation. Please keep an eye out when you read the church-wide Weekly News in late May and early June for special bulletins for our
children and youth volunteers,
acolytes,
choir, and
graduates.
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Youth Mission Trip
for youth in 8th grade and up
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Ministry Architects & Prayer Team
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Our Children and Youth Leadership Team will meet on May 4 to discuss next year's calendar, program plans, and volunteer needs. Thank you to our wonderful consultant, Erin Griggs, who will lead the meeting for us and for all of our dedicated and supportive team members!
Thank you to our Prayer Team, who continues to hold our ministries and families in prayer.
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