Director of Education
We consider it a privilege to be able to assist you in the Christian Education of your child.
The Bible says, “Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it” (Proverbs 22:6). We take the Bible’s teaching seriously and believe we are only a part of your child’s Christian education. It is our sincere hope and desire that you will make Sunday school a priority in your child’s life and will strive to bring them each Sunday.
Vacation Bible School
Marketplace 29 A.D.
Waiting for the various tribes to appear
Who knew brick making could be so fun?!
Lasting friendships were made by all
Listening to a story/parable at the marketplace well.
Sunday School
We are using the Witness Curriculum. As God’s children ~ young and old ~ we are witnesses to God’s action in the world. Our salvation story is a story of God’s gifts of Word, faith, and service. Each of these gifts functions as both meaningful connection and joyful invitation. Word connects us with the biblical story and invites us to use our minds to learn, make good choices, and communicate with others. Faith connects us with God’s family and invites us to explore and affirm our identity as the church. Service connects us with our sisters and brothers, using Jesus as our model, and invites us to act lovingly for them.
Vacation Bible School
This year our Vacation Bible school traveled back in time to Marketplace 29 A.D., and experience life as people lived it during Jesus time. There were stories/parables at the well, brick making and jewelry making. There was even a camel! [of the cardboard variety, but he was sure cute]
Next year there will be a Rainforest Adventure beginning the first part of August.
Receiving Bibles
At baptism, we promise to place in our children's hands word of the Lord. Three year olds receive their first Children's Bible as they enter Sunday school. When they reach third grade they are given a Study Bible as they begin the school year.
Fifth Grade Communion
Our Fifth Grade students and parents receive instruction in the Sacrament of Holy Communion during a series of special classes. At the end of instruction the Fifth Grade class receives their first Communion at the Maundy Thursday service, this year on March 20 at 7:00 p.m.
Luther Park
Is a wonderful Bible Camp in Chetek where children can play and learn more about God in an outdoor setting. The camp has different times scheduled though the year for all ages. Check our Sunday School Calendar for the dates we will be going. Check out their website for more information.
Confirmation
Our 7th and 8th graders meet on Wednesday evenings and go over the Old and New Testaments, Sacraments, Apostle’s Creed, Ten Commandments, Church History and Witnessing and Sharing their Faith.
9th Graders are confirmed on Reformation Sunday, which is October 28 this year.
New sessions this year, lead by a high school student with an adult guide, include:
- The Arts: creating art murals for the church, led by Marquessa
- Cooking: preparing a culinary masterpiece for the adult Sunday school class, led by Heather
- Book Club: read & discuss a religious work and then present a review at the end of the session, led by Libby
- Music: work on & prepare special music for confirmation & church, lead by Dominique
- Beads: create jewelry pieces for yourself or to give, led by Katie
- Scrapbooking: put together & share a great memory book of youth events for the church to treasure, led by Mariah
- Weaponry: investigate Old Testament weapons & their relevance, led by Dan & Greg
- Catechism class: join the Pastors as they 'walk' you through the catechism
Starting at the second session, all students will have the option of continuing on with their original ministry team or switching to a new one.
Jayme Silber