CHRISTIAN EDUCATION & FELLOWSHIP 

CHILDREN AND YOUTH

 

SUNDAY SCHOOL & YOUTH GROUP REGISTRATION 

Sign up your kids for the 2025–2026 program year!
Just download the Information Form, fill it out, save it to your computer, and attach it here.
Questions? Contact Rev. Nicole Chapman-Farley

Childcare

Nursery (Birth-2) & Pre-K (ages 3-4)

Sunday School Classes

Ages 3-4, Grades K-1, Grade 2-3, Grades 4-5, Grades 6-8

Youth Group

Junior High Fellowship Grades 6-8

Senior High Fellowship Grades 9-12

Confirmation

Grades 8 and up

ANYWHERE ANYTIME BIBLE

The pastors read some of the Bible stories they love in this 10-15 minute podcast for kids and their families. New episodes are released every 2 weeks on Mondays.

CHOOSE YOUR LISTENING PLATFORM

LISTEN ON APPLE
LISTEN ON YOUTUBE 
LISTEN ON SPOTIFY
AUGUST/SEPTEMBER NEWSLETTER

NEWSLETTER & CALENDAR

CHILDREN & YOUTH CALENDAR

FIRST THROUGH THIRD FRIENDS

About once a quarter, first through third graders are invited to build friendships, playing and eating together. 

 

FOURTH & FIFTH FELLOWSHIP

About once a quarter, fourth through fifth graders are invited to deepen their friendships, with a meal and activities. 

 

YOUTH FAITH & FELLOWSHIP

Grades 6-12

 

Middle School Youth Group (Junior High Fellowship - JHF) meets on the 1st and 3rd Sundays from 4:00–6:00 PM. 
High School Youth Group (Senior High Fellowship - SHF) meets on the 2nd and 4th Sundays from 4:00–6:00 PM

On 5th Sundays, we have combined JHF/SHF gatherings (and a few other special combined events throughout the year).

*There will be a couple of occasions where we need to meet in Fellowship Hall instead of Social Hall.

 

First Meeting Each Month

 

4:00 PM – Chapel

Music & Energizers

A reading from Scripture

A 5-minute message specifically designed for youth

Conversation

More music

 

4:30/4:45 PM – Youth Lounge

Check-in

Game / Service Project / etc.

 

5:30 PM – Social Hall*

A shared meal

Second Meeting Each Month

 

4:00 PM – Chapel

Music & Energizers

A Bible study on a passage relevant to something going on in students' lives

Conversation

More music

 

4:30/4:45 PM – Youth Lounge

Check-in

Game / Service Project / etc.

 

5:30 PM – Social Hall

A shared meal

REGISTRATION FORMS

To sign up for Sunday School or youth groups, complete the 2025–2026 Youth Information Form.
For overnight trips, also fill out the Medication Guidelines and Medication Administration Consent Form.
Download, complete, save, and attach your forms here.
Questions? Contact Rev. Nicole Chapman-Farley

CONFIRMATION

Our confirmation program is open to students in 8th grade and above who are ready to explore what it means to personally confirm the promises made at their baptism. We use Confirm not Conform: Presbyterian Edition—a dynamic curriculum originally developed in the Episcopal tradition and thoughtfully adapted for Presbyterian youth. Through engaging lessons, students dive into topics such as Scripture, sacraments, creeds, heresy, prayer, world religions, and serving others, while reflecting on what they believe and why. The program includes 17 Sunday sessions during the school year, beginning with a weekend retreat in late summer and culminating in an all-church celebration pm a Saturday in the weeks leading up to Confirmation in May.


Confirm not Conform emphasizes discovering one’s own voice rather than simply conforming to outside expectations. It respects the thoughtful, meaningful work that youth and adults do as they grow in faith—trusting that when individuals take the time to reflect and articulate their beliefs, they will be well equipped to take the next step on their faith journey.
2025-26 Parent Mentor Guidebook

Figuring out this Christianity Stuff

WELCOMING CHILDREN AT FIRST PRES

CHILDCARE: NURSERY (birth–2) & PRE-K (ages 3–4)

We love having your little ones in worship! It’s a joy to see them light up as they greet friends and hear voices lifted in song. Still, we know there are times they may prefer a space designed just for them—a place to relax, play, and feel at home—while you focus on your own experience of worship. Free childcare is available in our Nursery and Pre-K room, and our ushers will be happy to guide you there.
 

WORSHIP KITS

For children participating in worship, we provide activity kits designed to help them engage with that day’s service. You can find them near the entrances to the Sanctuary or Chapel as you arrive. These kits are especially helpful during the summer when Sunday School is on break, or on any Sunday when kids choose to remain in worship.
 

HOW DO WE WELCOME CHILDREN AT FIRST PRES?

Children are our fellow congregants. As a faith community, we make a commitment at baptism to help nurture and guide one another and encourage one another to know and follow Christ and be faithful members of Christ’s church.

 

Help us welcome children into worship and support them on their faith journey.

WIGGLY WORSHIP SPACE

For kids entering 3rd grade and younger, our Wiggly Worship tables offer hands-on materials like whiteboards, markers, erasers, and soft felt building supplies to help keep little hands busy while hearts and minds engage with worship. These tables are thoughtfully placed to give children a clear view of what’s happening up front, and are located near pews where families can sit together, modeling and encouraging age-appropriate participation in the worship service.

MUSIC

Cherub Choir (Pre-K–1st Grade)
Director: LeAnn Malecha
Thursdays • 4:30 – 5:00 PM 
Our youngest singers lift their voices in worship every six weeks from September through April, and take part in special services, including the annual Christmas Pageant.

 

Faith Choir (2nd–6th Grade)
Director: Gloria Song
Sundays • 11:35 AM – 12:05 PM
The Faith Choir sings in worship every six weeks and joins in special services such as the Christmas Pageant.

 

Alpha Omega Chimers (2nd–6th Grade)
Director: Gloria Song
Sundays • 11:10 – 11:35 AM 
A beginner handbell group open to all in 2nd–6th grade. Kids explore the joy of handbell ringing while learning the basics in a fun, welcoming environment.

 

Trinity Choir (7th–12th Grade)
Director: Kitty Snyder
Sundays • 11:15 AM – 12:15 PM 
The Trinity Choir helps lead worship every five to six weeks and on special occasions throughout the year, including the Christmas Pageant.

 

Youth & College Bells (7th–12th Grade & College)
Director: Kirk Townander
Sundays • 6:00 – 7:00 PM 
This group rings for worship and special services throughout the year. 

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CONTACT REV. NICOLE CHAPMAN-FARLEY