Formation

The goals of Christian Formation at All Saints’ are to develop a ministry of lifelong learning encouraging members of all ages to: have a basic knowledge of scripture appropriate to their age levels articulate their faith stories and empower them to live out their faith embrace the spiritual life as a journey with Jesus.

Sunday Morning – Christian Formation for all ages meets from 9:15 until 10:15 a.m. Ongoing classes are listed below. Check Saints Alive! for additional seasonal offerings and occasional classes.

Sunday school classes are held for children ages three through fifth grades. Godly Play, an experiential approach to religious education for children, is offered for children in pre-school through second grade. The Episcopal Children’s Curriculum is used in third through fifth grades. Classrooms are located in the Court Street building and the main- office hallway.

In addition to the core curriculums, the children participate in outreach projects and special events such as the Parade of Saints, Mardi Gras, and an end-of-year program.

Baptisms – Contact the church office to schedule a baptism and register for the preparation class.

Communion Instruction class is offered for children in first through third grades. Class dates will be announced in Saints’ Alive.

Children’s Formation Committee supports the Sunday School teachers by maintaining the classrooms and keeping supplies stocked.

All Saints’ Summer Day Camp occurs in late July or early August and is a week-long experience of fun, prayer, and friendship. Children entering kindergarten through 12th grade are welcome.

Adult Formation on Sunday Mornings

Faithful Families sponsors social gatherings and outreach programs for families and meets during the Christian Formation hour on Sundays.

Lectionary Bible Study meets in the Conference Room and is led by Judy Haines and Nancy Hennessey.

Adult Forum meets in the Parish Hall and is led by the clergy and guest speakers.

Nursery Care
Available to children up to age 3 is available during the Christian Formation hour for parents who are attending classes. The nursery is open to children through age 6 during the 10:30 a.m. services.

Education for Ministry
This is a four-year course in theological education and meets weekly on Monday evenings for 34 weeks. The class is full for this academic year. Contact the church office for more information.

St. Elizabeth’s Guild
Coordinator BJ Starr
This small study group, which was established in 1960, meets the third Tuesday of each month at 10:30 a.m. to discuss a book selected by the group. All are welcome.

Youth Ministry

Contact: The Rev. Jessica Knowles

Our Vision Statement

The Youth Group at All Saints’ will work to develop an atmosphere where we can experience and feel the love of Christ. It will be a place where we feel safe to be ourselves and to ask questions and where we will be able to deepen and strengthen our personal relationship with God. We will learn, grow and have fun as we explore our identity as children of God. We will reach out to the community, seeking to involve people who may not have participated in the past. We will encourage participation in class discussions and sharing, in social events and in service projects. And we will work to involve the adults in our lives as we build a sense of community amongst ourselves, as a part of the larger church, and as a part of the community around us.

The Program

Two groups meet on Sunday mornings from 9:15-10:15 AM. Our Sunday morning component is very experiential. We use games, stories, movie clips and role plays to draw the students into an issue or tension like acceptance or peer pressure. We talk about the way the students experience the issue in their own lives. We then move to a discussion of the scriptures and the traditions of the church in order to find a way through the tensions and the issues. Our goal is always to help the students to recognize that God is active in their lives and that God is reaching out to them in love. This year our program will also include evening events for the Youth on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of each month. These events will include movie nights, picnics, and trips to local attractions. We will be inviting youth from other downtown churches to join us for some of these events. We will also be scheduling regular service projects in and around the Frederick area. These events provide opportunities for the youth to live out the lessons that we are learning in the classroom.