Children, Youth and Family Ministries
Program Year of Christian Formation
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Godly Play
Children ages 3 - 5th grade are invited to explore their faith through interactive and engaging Godly Play sessions. In the Godly Play room in the Parish Hall.
EPIC (Endless Possibilities in Christ) Youth Group
Our youth Group is all about fostering a sense of community, building lasting relationships, and having fun while exploring important values and life's challenges. Here are some reasons why you should consider joining us:
Family Lunch Bunch
This monthly outing happens on the fourth Sunday of each month after Christian Formation. All children, youth and families are invited to have lunch together at a different restaurant or at the church each month. Contact Will Strong for details.
East Valley Episcopal Youth
All youth in grades 6-12th are invited to this monthly gathering of youth of churches in Scottsdale, Tempe and Chandler once a month. In December it will be hosted by Church of the Epiphany in Tempe. They will discuss how to make the best of the Advent season. Contact Will Strong for details and carpooling.
Children ages 3 - 5th grade are invited to explore their faith through interactive and engaging Godly Play sessions. In the Godly Play room in the Parish Hall.
EPIC (Endless Possibilities in Christ) Youth Group
Our youth Group is all about fostering a sense of community, building lasting relationships, and having fun while exploring important values and life's challenges. Here are some reasons why you should consider joining us:
- Friendship and Support: You'll meet students just like you who are friendly, caring, and ready to support one another through the ups and downs of school life.
- Exciting Events: We organize a variety of events, including game nights, outings, volunteer opportunities and more. There's always something happening that you won't want to miss.
- Open Discussion: We provide a safe space for open discussions on topics that matter to you, from faith and spirituality to school, relationships, and personal growth.
- Meaningful Learning: Our youth group sessions are designed to help you explore your faith, values and personal development in a way that's both meaningful and enjoyable.
- Inspirational Leadership: Our experienced and passionate leaders are here to guide and inspire you, helping you navigate school and prepare for your future.
Family Lunch Bunch
This monthly outing happens on the fourth Sunday of each month after Christian Formation. All children, youth and families are invited to have lunch together at a different restaurant or at the church each month. Contact Will Strong for details.
East Valley Episcopal Youth
All youth in grades 6-12th are invited to this monthly gathering of youth of churches in Scottsdale, Tempe and Chandler once a month. In December it will be hosted by Church of the Epiphany in Tempe. They will discuss how to make the best of the Advent season. Contact Will Strong for details and carpooling.
Winter Family Camp at Chapel Rock in Prescott
December 29-31
East Valley Episcopal Youth meet at Saint Anthony
On October 1 we had about 40 youth and adults from show up and play, pray, eat and laugh. What a joy! St. Matthew in Chandler, St. Augustine in Tempe and Epiphany in Tempe joined us.
On October 1 we had about 40 youth and adults from show up and play, pray, eat and laugh. What a joy! St. Matthew in Chandler, St. Augustine in Tempe and Epiphany in Tempe joined us.
Afters on the Desert
Registration is Now Open
Afters on the Desert is an after-school program that provides a safe, fun, supervised, and loving place for children in kindergarten through 8th grade. On certain Wednesdays throughout the year Scottsdale Unified School District has half days and your child is invited to join us for games, arts and crafts, cooking, and much more. Everyone is welcome but space is limited!
Contact Program Coordinators Suzette Woods or Will Strong with questions.
Registration is Now Open
Afters on the Desert is an after-school program that provides a safe, fun, supervised, and loving place for children in kindergarten through 8th grade. On certain Wednesdays throughout the year Scottsdale Unified School District has half days and your child is invited to join us for games, arts and crafts, cooking, and much more. Everyone is welcome but space is limited!
Contact Program Coordinators Suzette Woods or Will Strong with questions.
Annual Backpack and School Supplies Drive
WOW! You are all wonderful! We collected 108 backpacks, and over 500 pieces of school supplies! The backpacks and supplies have been blessed and have been distributed to Yavapai Elementary School and a New Leaf, which serves children and youth around the valley. We are so thankful for your donations and support.
WOW! You are all wonderful! We collected 108 backpacks, and over 500 pieces of school supplies! The backpacks and supplies have been blessed and have been distributed to Yavapai Elementary School and a New Leaf, which serves children and youth around the valley. We are so thankful for your donations and support.
Children and Youth Offerings
We believe that learning is a lifelong pursuit. We offer fine Christian education and formation for children of all ages. To learn more about faith, whether in a class or group or through a sermon, helps us see our daily lives more through the eyes of Christ.
We believe that learning is a lifelong pursuit. We offer fine Christian education and formation for children of all ages. To learn more about faith, whether in a class or group or through a sermon, helps us see our daily lives more through the eyes of Christ.
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Children: to the 4th Birthday
The Oasis: The Nursery at Saint Anthony Sundays 8:30 - 11:30 am The Oasis is a place of peace and quiet set apart for babies (to the 4th birthday) to find rest and refreshment during the worship service and any after-church activities which parents and adult caregivers wish to attend while their children remain in nursery care. The Oasis is still a place of learning as God's youngest disciples. They may engage in scripture, prayer, and tradition of the church through story books and listening to the worship service. Children hear the basic stories of the Bible and also play with age appropriate toys. Parents and adult caregivers may also utilize The Oasis for nursing and feeding. |
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Children: K-1st Grade
Eucharistic Preparation When baptized, regardless of our age, we are welcome to receive Communion. Our Book of Common Prayer (p. 858) indicates that, at the time of Baptism, we receive the inward and spiritual grace of union with Christ in his death and resurrection, birth into God's family (the Church), forgiveness of sins, and new life in the Holy Spirit. First and foremost, children learn from attending church and participating in Children's Christian Education. Families may wish for their children to receive additional education in the Sacrament of the Holy Eucharist. An informal course of instruction is available and serves this purpose. To inquire about this offer please contact our Director of Children's Ministry. |
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Children: Age 3-5th Grade
Godly Play
Sundays 10:30 -11:30 am
Godly Play is a spiritual practice exploring the mystery of God’s presence in our lives. Godly Play engages what is most exciting about religious education: God inviting us into—and pursuing us in the midst of—Scripture and spiritual experience. Godly Play practice teaches us to listen for God and to make authentic and creative responses to God’s call in our lives.
Godly Play
Sundays 10:30 -11:30 am
Godly Play is a spiritual practice exploring the mystery of God’s presence in our lives. Godly Play engages what is most exciting about religious education: God inviting us into—and pursuing us in the midst of—Scripture and spiritual experience. Godly Play practice teaches us to listen for God and to make authentic and creative responses to God’s call in our lives.
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Youth: 6th-12th Grade
EPIC Youth Group Sundays 10:30 -11:30 am Youth group is a place for youth to come and experience a time of education and rest from the busyness of the week. Weekly check-ins and lessons are designed to challenge and spark conversations of what it means to be a youth in today's world and how to be Christ followers in the midst of it all. For more information please contact the Director of Youth Ministry. |
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Youth 6th-12th grade
Confirmation Sundays 10:30 -11:30 am Adults and youth will gather for intergenerational Christian education. Sometimes the youth will be together as a group, and other times they will gather with adults. Those who gather will find answers to such questions as:
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Registration
We ask that parents or adult caregivers fill out the registration form for their child(ren). Please fill one out for each child. Thanks!
We ask that parents or adult caregivers fill out the registration form for their child(ren). Please fill one out for each child. Thanks!