Children & Youth
St. John’s offers youth formation opportunities that help children and teens grow in faith, community, and service. Younger children are invited to Godly Play, a Sunday morning program that uses sacred stories, quiet reflection, simple routines, snacks, and hands-on activities to help children encounter God in a welcoming and age-appropriate way. Older elementary and middle school students are invited to Rite 13: Journey to Adulthood, a program designed to support adolescents as they move from childhood into their teenage years.
For high school students, St. John’s encourages meaningful participation in the life of the church through volunteer ministries such as reading, ushering, acolyting, helping with Sunday School, supporting worship technology, hosting coffee hour, gardening, cleaning, and assisting with special events like the Christmas pageant and Shrove Tuesday pancake supper. Wherever they are in their faith journey, young people are welcome to learn, serve, and belong at St. John’s.
A PrayGround (near the organ) is available for little ones who want to move and engage quietly during the service. Parents are welcome to sit nearby to supervise while still participating.
For children who need more freedom to play or express themselves, our nursery is open as a cheerful, relaxed space – so everyone can worship comfortably.