Over the past few months, as a staff, it’s been an adventure attempting to keep us connected as a community, moving worship online and offering new ways of exploring our faith while socially distant. As we plan for reopening the building for worship on Sunday May 2, there is a deep sense of joy as we anticipate gathering physically together in the sanctuary!
Already, the building is bustling as small groups have started meeting in person again.
Last Sunday, April 18, we had our first gathering for “Messy Church”, an opportunity for Pre-K-5th grade students to hear stories from the bible, play games, do art projects and learn new songs. Our 6th-12th grade students have also been invited to serve as group leaders—shepherding groups from station to station. We have two more Sundays of Messy Church, April 25 & May 2, so it’s not too late to sign up and come join the fun!
And our high school youth group has big news; we’re planning a mission trip to Memphis TN, to work with Memphis Youth Mission, June 20-25 (see below for more info and how to register!). Students who are finishing 8th grade through high school seniors are welcome to join. Plans are also in the works for a Middle school Mission trip-so be on the lookout for more information soon!
Even as we anticipate gathering in person, we also look forward to this coming Sunday, April 25, Youth Sunday. This pre-recorded service will go live on our Facebook page at 10:30 a.m. as our students lead us in worship and offer their reflections on how God has moved in their lives.
We hope you will join us this Sunday online, and in person over the weeks to come as we gather for worship in the sanctuary here at Ladue Chapel.
Peace,
Mel
