October 24, 2019

This Week in Church School

Keeping you informed of the latest news and activities from Church School at the Church of St. Michael and St. George

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Here's what is happening in Church School this Sunday, October 27: All Hallows Eve Family Night Join us Sunday, October 27, from 4:30 to 6:30 pm for a fun family night celebrating Halloween. More details are available below. Please RSVP so we may plan for dinner and crafts. Preschool I & II Preschool I & II students learn about the significance of water in the Bible through various stories over the next few weeks. This Sunday they learn about Moses and create an art project related to the story. PreKindergarten and Kindergarten At Jesus's Last Supper with his disciples he said an important prayer that we say every Sunday during Chapel and in the big church. Students continue learning about the Lord's Prayer. When we say the Lord's Prayer we honor God. What do we ask of Him? (To forgive us, to provide for us, and to guide us.) First Grade First grade students read the Bible story David and Goliath. Students make a slingshot for their Bible binders. Second & Third Grades Second and third grade students continue learning about parables. This week they discuss The Lost Coin and The Prodigal Son and make crafts for their parable folders. Fourth & Fifth Grades Fourth and fifth grade students learn about Joshua and the Wall of Jehricho. Who knocks down the wall and why?

All Hallows Eve Family Night

Put on your costumes and join us for All Hallows Eve Family Night on Sunday, October 27, from 4:30 to 6:30 pm. The festivities begin on the playground and end with trick-or-treating among the classrooms. In between enjoy dinner in the Great Hall, crafts in the Taylor Room, and a Halloween costume parade through the church. Cost is $5 per person or $20 per family, payable online or at the door. RSVP for All Hallows Eve Family Night

Safeguarding God's Children Training

Loren Lasch from the Episcopal Diocese of Missouri will present Safeguarding God's Children, a training program required for all Church School volunteers, on Wednesday, October 30, from 5 to 7 pm in the Armstrong Room at CSMSG. The training is free and open to all but participants should register with the diocese using the link below. Safeguarding God's Children is required training for anyone who works with children, either on a volunteer or paid basis, including teenage volunteers. Training must be updated every three years. An online class is available for those unable to attend the training. Register for Safeguarding God's Children Dinner will be provided and childcare is available upon request. Please RSVP online for the dinner and to request childcare. RSVP for Dinner and Childcare

Pledge Sunday October 27

Together We Give...This is what Jesus asks of us because together, as a community, we shape the future of the Church of St. Michael and St. George. Just as a church is built one member at a time, we reach our stewardship goal one member at a time. Every Pledge Counts...With every member's involvement we, as a community, will provide the resources to continue God's mission for the Church of St. Michael and St. George. Please bring your completed pledge card to church on Pledge Sunday, October 27, and join us for a pancake breakfast in the Great Hall from 8:45 to 11:45 am.

Babysitter List

Looking to add to your list of trustworthy babysitters? CSMSG Youth Ministry is putting together a list of middle school and high school students who are interested in babysitting or working as a mother's helper. Request the list by emailing Marty Chapman.

Join the Choristers

Does your child love to sing? Would he or she enjoy being part of the liturgy? If so, please consider joining the Choristers of CSMSG. All that is required is a love of music and a commitment to the schedule. Being a member of the Choristers is a great way to learn more about our faith and the Church through music. Join us for rehearsal on Wednesdays at 4:30 pm in the Choir Room or contact Nick Bideler for more information.

Register for Church School

Please register your children for Church School as soon as possible. Any child not registered will not be allowed to stay in a classroom or Chapel until registration is completed. Registering allows us to plan appropriately for the classes, monitor allergies, and prepares us in case of an emergency. Please use the link below to register for the 2019-20 Church School year. CS REGISTRATION 2019-20

Church School Teachers Needed

Thank you to all who volunteered to serve as Church School teachers. We are still in need of more teachers to support our Church School classes. Teaching is a great way to share your faith with your child and get to know other families in your student's class. Teachers are asked to volunteer with a class once a month from 9 to 11 am. All curriculum guidelines and materials are provided. For more information or to volunteer, email Mary Beth Tipton.

Church School Calendar The Church School calendar is now available  online or as a printable document for your convenience. You may subscribe to the Church School calendar online by clicking on the RSS/iCal button in the upper lefthand corner.

Contact Us

Mary Beth Tipton Director of Children's Education The Church of St. Michael and St. George mtipton@csmsg.org 314-880-9206

Amy Zimmerman Assistant Director of Children's Education The Church of St. Michael and St. George amyz@csmsg.org 314-960-3474

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