Children
Sunday School Leaders
Wendy Aiken, Sunday School Co-ordinator
Wendy has been a member of St. Mark’s church for the past 32 years.
She is a retired public school teacher who feels blessed to be sharing God’s messages with our children.
Wendy is only one member of an enthusiastic children’s ministry team.
Sunday School Program
Within the broad Mission of our Parish, the specific Goals and Objectives of St. Mark’s Sunday School have been defined as:
- To bring the knowledge and love of God to our Children
- To give our Children a strong foundation of Biblical knowledge
- To help our Children develop their own relationship with Christ
- To enable our Children to listen and follow the guidance of the Holy Spirit
- To foster friendships among the Children, and between the Children and the rest of the church family
- To encourage and facilitate Christian outreach by the Children
- To provide a safe, secure learning enviroment for all the Children so that each one feels free to express themselves and to enjoy the experience of being a part of the church family
- To assist parents and other concerned adults in their role as the primary educators and role models to the Children
Sunday Morning Schedule
Our Sunday school meets from 10:00AM to 11:00AM. There is time for singing, praying, bible stories, crafts and games. Afterwards the children join their parents in the Sanctuary.
We have a vibrant multi-age group of children who have lots of fun together.
Schedule for November & December 2009
This year we are learning how to be “Rock-Solid Followers” of Jesus. Following Paul’s ministry we’re learning how Jesus makes a true and lasting difference in our lives. The fun and excitement of an outdoor adventure camp is combined with the discovery of who we are in Jesus and the richness of His love and provision for us. It’s an Adventure camp like no other!
We have been building our forest adventure camp as we learn how to be Rock Solid Followers of Jesus. Just as Jesus was always with the apostle Paul, He is with us guiding and helping us on our way.
The months of November and December are filled with special speakers and events as we prepare to celebrate the birth of Jesus. There are also opportunities for giving to others in the world (shoe boxes) and in our community (white gifts and Christmas hamper).
Nov. 1 Please meet upstairs in the hall and then we’ll process into church. Today we welcome back Jim Claydon. After a children’s talk he’ll lead us in some great singing.
Nov. 8 Loved by Jesus/ Paul tells others about Jesus’ love. We will visit our church library to learn about the children’s section.
Nov. 15 Mrs. Wallis will be our guest speaker; meeting rocks and Jesus all around the world.
Nov. 21 (Saturday) Holly Berry Fair Kids’ Corner Come and join the fun There’ll be a fish pond and face painting plus neat things to buy and eat. More info to follow.
Nov. 22 It’s Children’s Sunday. We’ll have a children’s talk and sing one of our favourite songs to the congregation. Mr. and Mrs. Mazzocato will be teaching us about the church seasons.
Nov. 29 This is the first Sunday in Advent. We’ll have an exciting time at “Stir-Up Sunday”.
Dec. 5 (Saturday) It’s our Christmas Craft Morning 10:00AM to 12:00PM in the church hall. Join us for lots of fun and yummy treats.
Dec. 6 White Gift Sunday. We’ll also practice the pageant and get fitted for costumes.
Dec. 13 Our Christmas Pageant is at the 10:00AM service.
Dec. 20 Sunday School Christmas Festival
Dec. 27 No Sunday School today
Jan. 3, 2010 We’ll begin a new year with “Purple Sunday”. Please wear something purple today as we learn about Paul’s ministry to Lydia.
