CHILDREN AND YOUTH FORMATION & EVENTS Sundays 9:15–10:15 a.m. One-Hour Offerings
Groups meet in Basement Level Children and Youth Suites gracestlukes.org/children-and-youth-formation Nursery: The Nursery is open every Sunday from 9 a.m.–1 p.m. and for other events as needed for all children, infants to 6 years old. We have wonderful, qualified Nursery Staff members who are excited to care for your children. You can find more about them on our website at gracestlukes.org/nursery. Children’s Formation: Starting August 20, we will resume Sunday School for children from 9:15–10:15 a.m. every Sunday (Fall–Spring) in the basement level Children’s Suite. Classes using “Shine: Living in God’s Light” curriculum are split by level groupings (ages 4–6; ages 7–11/5th grade; 6–12th grades) and include a framework of biblical knowledge, Episcopal tradition, the liturgical calendar. Our children will grow in faith, have fun, and learn about “seeking justice together” to change our lives and the world. Get more details at the above webpage. During children’s classes, parents attend Sunday offerings in this publication and at gracestlukes.org/adult-formation. Children’s Chapel: During the opening procession of the 10:30 a.m. service, children ages 4 (or potty-trained age 3) to 3rd grade are invited to follow the wooden cross to Room 212 (across from McClure Hall) for Children’s Chapel, a time to gather, read the readings for the day, pray, and sing. We primarily follow the same order of service from the Book of Common Prayer, but it is modified in child-friendly language that helps them gain understanding of our traditions. We return to the service before communion, usually processing in after the Peace. Youth Formation: Beginning August 20, we will resume Sunday School classes for youth in 6th through 12th grades and meet every Sunday (Fall–Spring) in the Red Room of the basement level Youth Suite. This Fall, our youth will learn using the “Shine: Living in God’s Light” curriculum designed to help youth experience Bible stories and explore the theme of “Seeking Justice Together.” Classes will follow a five-part sequence: Prepare, Connect, Encounter, Explore, and Empower. Weekly activities will challenge youth to dig deeper into the Bible and find connections to their own lives. Get more details at the above webpage. Episcopal Youth Community (EYC): Beginning August 20, youth in 6th through 12th grades will gather on Sunday evenings from 4–6 p.m. in the basement level Red Room for prayer, games, fellowship, community engagement, and building lifelong friendships. We strive to deepen our understanding of Episcopal values, history, and beliefs through various engaging activities— including play, downtime, Bible study, and service. Occasionally, we meet elsewhere in the Memphis region. Stay updated through the children and youth ministry e-newsletter, Instagram (@gsl.youth), and worship leaflet notices. Parents Connect for Households with Children and Youth: Regular gatherings are scheduled as a time for parents of younger and youth-age children to come together, learn together, and encourage one another. Stay tuned for details about this fall’s events. For more information, contact Anthony Calzia, Director of Children, Youth & Family Ministry Ministries (901-252-6321) acalzia@gracestlukes.org and Jess Steenbergen, Youth Formation Associate (901-252-6339) jsteenbergen@gracestlukes.org.
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