Children & Youth Formation

At St. Paul’s, we believe that Christian Formation should be made available to everyone who calls St. Paul’s their church home, with materials and activities that are appropriate to various ages and levels of knowledge.
All are welcome to register their children to participate in our programs.
For the 2021-22 school year, we will offer a variety of programs that are both online as well as in-person outdoor events. We hope that you can explore to find formation opportunities for you and your family that feel comfortable to you as we navigate being church with one another during this Covid-era.
Communion Recognition

At St. Paul’s, we offer communion to all people who come to the table, including children. At the same time, we recognize that children can come to understand the nature of communion differently as they grow.
St. Paul’s offers an opportunity for children who are ready*, together with their families, to more deeply explore the Sacrament of the Eucharist and why we celebrate c…
Read More »Formation Hour (select Sundays)

Beginning in February 2022 we will be launching a new and yet also familiar way to gather with one another during this time of ongoing global pandemic.
Faith Formation Hour will be held in our Sherrill Hall on select Sunday mornings starting at 9:00 a.m.:
- February 6
- March 6
- March 20
- April 10 (Palm Sunday)
- May 1
- May 22
June 5(postponed to June 12)- June 12
Stay tuned and potential additiona…
Read More »Kids Connection

On Sunday mornings (when we are not in-person) the young people of our community and their families are invited to their very own online formation and prayer space. From 9:00-9:30 we will gather on Zoom to explore one of the lectionary readings of the day and share our thoughts on that reading and then conclude with an opportunity to share our prayers.
All ages are welcome!
May/Ju…
Read More »Youth Groups

The goal of our ministry with Middle School and High School youth is to provide young people in 6th through 12th grades with engaging programs, worship opportunities and service activities.
Middle and High School aged youth are invited to participate and lead at St. Paul's in a variety of capacities.
Our youth are welcome to serve as acolytes, greeters, readers, and choir memb…
Read More »Christian Formation Covenant
God
God loves all of us. Our goal is for each child to develop a personal relationship with God and to understand that God loves them unconditionally. We are called to help our children love God in a way that is unique and personal, knowing that God loves them just as they are and always calls them forward in faith.
Foundations
The Episcopal Church is unique in its traditions. Our…