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Every Sunday from September through May, the halls of Christ's Church are alive with the sounds of children, teachers, and parents learning together. Sunday School begins at 9 AM, with classes for children ages 2 to 5th grade. The youngest children enjoy crafts, snacks, and Bible stories.In this class, parents, etc. are invited to stay with their little ones. Children ages pre-kindergarten and up work with the "Exploring Faith" curriculum. At 10 A.M, Sunday Schoolers grades 1 through 5 meet in the chapel for song, prayer and special activities. We dismiss at 10:15. Other special elements of the Sunday School experience:
Outreach: Every year the Sunday School undertakes a special service project. The kids have provided significant support to Heifer International, the Rosebud Lakota Reservation in South Dakota, Habitat for Humanity, the Ninh Thuan Orphanage in Vietnam and Covenant House. Christmas Eve Family Service: Each Christmas Eve at 4 PM, the children lead a beautiful worship service, playing roles in a pageant, singing carols, and playing instruments. Adult Forum Each Sunday adults of the congregation meet in Room 200 during the 9 AM hour for Bible studies, speakers, videos, and book discussions. All adults are cordially invited to attend, on a regular or drop-in basis, to learn together in a relaxed and engaging setting. Nov. 23 and 30: Pastor Shafer leads a discussion of the topic - "Can you believe it - why creeds?" Have you ever wondered how our creeds have come to be what they are and what they say? Come and find out. Dec. 7: Dr. Paul Engstrom will talk about preventive health. Come and learn how to stay healthy from an expert in health care. Dec. 14: The group will view an interesting ELCA-produced DVD titled "Understanding Fundamentalism." This program explores the background, development, and present day implications of the wing of Christianity variously called evangelical, conservative, or fundamentalist. Guy Knickerbocker hosts the viewing. Dec. 21: John Frantz reveals the "True Story of Santa Claus." We will learn the origins of the jolly old elf we call Santa Claus. Many other countries celebrate this legendary figure with other names. Dec. 28: Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! No regular classes. Please come and join us !!!!
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