Friday, July 31
6-7 p.m.
Children’s Life Center

You’re invited! Join us for an informative Parent Connection with Rozlyn Cline as we dive into all things Children’s Ministry! Light refreshments will be served.

This is a great opportunity to connect with other parents, learn how your family can participate, and help shape a vibrant faith community for our children. We’d love to see you there!

Sunday, Aug. 2
12:30-1:30 p.m.
Sunday, Aug. 9
10:30-11:30 a.m.
Children’s Life Center

• A review of the fall curriculum and teaching resources
• An overview of the Sunday morning schedule and check-in procedures
• Classroom logistics, expectations, and best practices for a successful ministry year.
• Time for questions to help everyone feel prepared for the start of the fall session

Sunday, Aug. 16
9:15 a.m.
Parish Life Center

Children are invited to bring their backpacks to Family Table and receive a blessing for the new school year.

Sunday, Aug. 16
10:15-11 a.m.
Student Life Center
Children’s Life Center

Learn more about the upcoming program year for Children’s and Student Ministries and how kids and parents alike can get involved!

Bible Highlighting – Preparing for the Bible Presentation
Sundays, Aug. 23 and 30
Parish Life Center Narthex
The Church Narthex

Bibles will be available for Church family members to sign cards and highlight a favorite Bible verse for those receiving them.

Sunday, Sept. 13
9:15 a.m.
Parish Life Center

It is a beloved tradition at St. Martin’s to present Bibles to third graders every fall at the beginning of the program year. Don’t miss commemorating this significant milestone in their faith journey.

If your child is in 4th or 5th grade and has not received a Bible, we invite them to sign up to receive one. Registration closes Sept. 10.

* Arrive by 8:15 a.m. in the Children’s Life Center Large Pod for a Bible workshop and photo with your new Bible. At least one parent must attend the workshop with the child.

Friday, Sept. 25
6-7:30 p.m.
Children’s Life Center

Join us for our Crockpot Soup Fellowship, a cozy time of food, friendship, and community! Bring your favorite crockpot of homemade soup to share. We’ll enjoy tasting a variety of delicious soups, swap recipes, and spend time connecting with one another. Whether you’re a seasoned cook or trying a new recipe for the first time, everyone is welcome!

Saturday, Oct. 17
9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Dewberry Farm
$17 per person

Families, you’re invited to join Children’s Ministry for a fun fall outing to Dewberry Farm. We’ll enjoy kid-friendly activities, hayrides, and plenty of autumn cheer together. This is a great chance for families to connect and create memories. Hope to see you there!

Sunday, Dec. 13
10:15 a.m.
Children’s Life Center

Come for a cozy time together. We’ll sip warm cocoa and listen to the wonders of the season. You’ll hear stories that spark imagination and joy.

After the stories, we’ll write letters to U.S. Air Force recruits. Share warm wishes and encouragement from your hearts. Your notes will remind them they’re valued and never alone. We’ll decorate and seal each letter with care.

Don’t miss this chance to learn, create, and care for others.

Saturday, Aug. 29
6:3o-9 p.m.
Student Life Center and Soccer Field
Deadline to RSVP: Aug. 26

All ages are invited to a fun-filled community movie night sponsored by Student Ministries! Grab your lawn chairs, come dressed as a princess or pirate, and join us for a showing of “The Princess Bride.” Free admission, free popcorn, and lemonade and ice cream are sold separately. While you’re here, be sure to stop by and meet our new Director of Student Ministries, Glenn Meschko! We can’t wait to spend the evening with you for a night of laughter, adventure, and community.

Sunday School lays a solid foundation of Biblical and theological knowledge in age-appropriate ways. This is accomplished through a well-thought-out, six-year scope and sequencing designed to support children at various levels of development.

In this ministry, the role is to assist the priest in charge of the worship service and enhance the service to the glory of God. Duties include lighting and extinguishing altar candles, presenting the crucifer, flags, banners and other elements of the service. Acolyte service is an important part of our worship tradition. Children and youth find it very rewarding to serve God and the Church in this way.

Let your voice be heard.
Children entering 1st Grade are invited to join the Junior Choristers, where they can grow closer to God being young worship leaders and make new friends through music. For the last 15 minutes of each session, we have prayer time to prepare for the Family Table service. No experience is necessary and we look forward to having you join us as we raise our voices in song to praise God’s holy name.