Children's Ministries Annual Events
Blessing of the backpacks
On the last Sunday in August, children are invited to bring their backpacks to church for a special blessing during the service as they prepare to head back to school.
Bible presentations
To help nurture our children in their relationship with Jesus Christ, twice a year we present gift Bibles to them during the worship service. On the last Sunday in September, we present gift Bibles to our fourth graders and on Mother’s Day, we present kindergartners with their own gift story Bibles. Each child’s parents are invited to participate in this presentation, as we recognize the parents' role as the primary Christian educator of their child and the partnership of the church with each family.
Heifer Sunday
In October, our Sunday School students learn about Heifer International, a global nonprofit organization working to eradicate poverty and hunger through sustainable, values-based holistic community development. On Heifer Sunday, our children share what they've learned about Heifer International with an animal parade and litany during both worship services, followed by A Living Gift Market. Since 1994, UCC Medfield has raised over $210,000 for Heifer.
In October, our Sunday School students learn about Heifer International, a global nonprofit organization working to eradicate poverty and hunger through sustainable, values-based holistic community development. On Heifer Sunday, our children share what they've learned about Heifer International with an animal parade and litany during both worship services, followed by A Living Gift Market. Since 1994, UCC Medfield has raised over $210,000 for Heifer.
Christmas Play
On the third Sunday of December, students in grades 3 - 5 perform a Christmas play during worship.
first educated communion
During Lent, 5th grade students participate in a four-week study of the Sacrament of Holy Communion during their Sunday School class time. Upon completion, they will receive their first educated Communion during the Maundy Thursday service.
During Lent, 5th grade students participate in a four-week study of the Sacrament of Holy Communion during their Sunday School class time. Upon completion, they will receive their first educated Communion during the Maundy Thursday service.
5th grade crossing over ceremony
As a congregation, we celebrate a special faith milestone for our 5th graders, as they cross over from Children's Ministries to Focus on Youth (FOY). This Crossing Over ceremony takes place during the worship service on the second Sunday of June.
2019-2020 CHILDREN'S MINISTRIES' CALENDAR of Events
|
August 25 Blessing of the Backpacks September 15 1st day of Regular Sunday School September 29 Bible Sunday 4th graders receive gift Bibles October 6 Heifer Petting Zoo November 2 Mission Possible-All Church Service Day November 3 Heifer Sunday December 15 Christmas Play |
April 5 Palm Sunday Parade April 10 Good Friday Egg Coloring and Card Making Gathering for the Woods Mullen Shelter May 10 Bible Sunday Kindergarten students receive gift Bibles June 14 Last day of regular Sunday School 5th Grade Crossing Over Ceremony June 21 Summer Sunday School begins |