Spiritual Growth: Christian Education and Formation

With the understanding that Spiritual Development is a lifelong learning process, St. John's Parish offers many opportunities for to grow in “knowledge and love of the Lord,” and those opportunities span all ages.

Church School (or Sunday School)
During the first portion of the Sunday Holy Eucharist, parish children from pre-school till middle school have the opportunity to participate in Church School (or Sunday School). The parish uses the “Lesson Plans that Work” program created by the National Church Office of Christian Education and Formation. The first Sunday of the Month parish children participate more fully in the Sunday Service as they take on all the liturgical roles of Readers, ushers, acolytes, leaders of prayer and oblation bearers.

Confirmation Classes
For those in High School who wish to make a more mature affirmation of their faith, Confirmation Classes are offered during those years when the parish will be visited by the Bishop.


Bible Study
From September through June, Bible Study is offered each Tuesday evening.  Either particular books of the Bible are read and studied or themes running through the scriptures are explored. This has been a fun and social time as well – since food and fellowship are a part of these gatherings.


Christmas Pageant
For over twenty years, this parish has been blessed with a wonderful volunteer (and her staff of fellow ministers) who help to create a Christmas pageant with the parish children.  We have done so with large and small numbers of children. Such a time is heartwarming and uplifting.

For more information about the Christmas Pageant, contact Claudia Nerreau here.