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CHRISTIAN EDUCATION

Katie TaplinKatie Taplin
Christian Education Director

ECA provides educational opportunities for the entire congregation.  Our mission is to help all members study the Holy Scriptures, come to know, love and serve God, develop a meaningful, personal relationship with Jesus, and understand the authority he has given us to minister to others.  In addition, our emphasis is to examine the Episcopal traditions and the Book of Common Prayer and its basis in scripture.

Throughout the year special classes or activities are scheduled.  They can run in length from a few hours on a Saturday or Sunday after church to a given number of weeks held during the week day or evening.  These classes or activities are open to any interested person and are usually announced at the Sunday morning services during announcements, listed in the Sunday bulletin, published in the Shape, posted on the bulletin board at church, and posted on our Web page calendar.

Schedule

SUNDAY SCHOOL— Sunday School begins at 10:10 a.m. and ends at 10:50 a.m.  Our regular Sunday School year begins in September and ends in May.  Our children's classes are provided for ages 4 and above through high school.  Teachers and assistants attend training classes before each new unit.  This is another way for your children to learn more about the Christian faith as well as build community in the process.

Coming of AgeChildren & Youth Christian Education Offerings

Our Sunday School classes are for ages 4 years through junior high school.  Newcomers can join us at any time.  Come and participate in another fun year of "Hands on Bible curriculum" with special events scheduled every month!! Our nursery is always open during Sunday School. 

High school students are welcome to assist with our Sunday School classes, and can receive credit for their community service hours.
Sunday School Classes

Pre K & Kindergarten
Londa Larson

Londa Larson

 Trish Reilly

Trish Reilly

 open

Kerry Sisler

Grades 1 & 2
Sharon Hall

Sharon Hall

 Tami Nieders

Tammy Nieders

 Leslie Rousseau

Leslie Rousseau

Grades 3 & 4
open

Sandy Baldwin

 Bonnie McPherson

Bonnie McPherson

 open

Kelly Yamanishi

Grades 5 & 6
Melanie Click

Melanie Click

 Byron Henderson

Byron Henderson

 Sandie Mueller

Sandie Mueller

Grades 7 & 8
Ron Howie

Ron Howie

 Jon Mills

Jon Mills

 Sharon Mills

Sharon Mills

 Sam Sarmecanic

Sam Sarmecanic

Locations

Pre K & Kindergarten - Back upper Sunday School Room
Grades 1 & 2 - Front upper Sunday School Room
Grades 3 & 4 - Old Fellowship Hall (west side)
Grades 5 & 6 - Youth Center
Grades 7 & 8 - Chair Closet (yes, really)

Have questions?  Need directions?
Look for signs and smiling, friendly helpers to assist you!

Current Adult Education Offerings

Thursday Morning Bible Study
10:30 am - noon

BibleWhether you are an old pro, or a novice who's never done it before, you are invited to study the bible with an informal, lay-led group. The only requirement is a willingness to engage in reflection on the Bible's meaning for our lives today. We meet each Thursday morning from 10:30 am to 12:00 pm at the church. Everyone is welcome. Come when you can.

Mary McPherson

A schedule and a printable set of lessons are posted in PDF format on the Thursday Morning Bible Study page.

 

BibleWednesday Evening Bible Study
1st, 3rd & 5th Wednesdays of each month
6:30 - 7:30 pm Potluck
7:30 - 9:00 pm Bible Study

ECA offers a Wednesday Evening Bible Study on the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Wednesday evenings of the month. The evening begins with a potluck supper at 6:30 PM for those who want to start with dinner. The Bible Study begins at 7:30 PM and goes until 9 PM. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to join the group whenever and as often as they are able. We are currently studying the lectionary readings for the upcoming Sunday. Come and grow with us in fellowship and spirit.

Dates and locations** are as follows: 

  • Jan. 30 with Kathy & Doug Dunham
  • Feb. 6 Ash Wednesday at the church
  • Feb. 20 with Joan Wagner
  • Mar. 5 with Carole MacDonald
  • Mar. 19 with Susie & Jerry Ferguson
  • Apr. 2 with Suzanne & Pete Mayo
  • Apr. 16 with Betty & Dom Consorte
  • Apr. 30 with Susanne & Arnold Moore
  • May 7 with Betty & Doug Wood
  • May 21 with Mary & Dennis Moran
  • Jun. 4 with Colleen & Hank DeVoss
  • Jun. 18 TBA

**Call the church office if you need an address. 

We sincerely appreciate those who are graciously opening their homes to us for our evening Bible Study. We invite all to join whenever and as often as you can. Remember, no previous study required and no homework. Just come. Listen. Share if you like. Let God speak to you.
 
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