Sunday School

About Our Programs		Extra Details
All children and youth are welcome to remain upstairs with their families for the entire service, or they can join us downstairs for some lively worship and learning. The motto for our Sunday School is "Belief in Action." Kids are creative, curious and full of enthusiasm. It has also been our experience that they have a special faith and understanding of God. Our programs are designed to nurture their spirituality, celebrate their unique gifts and create a sense of community and belonging at St. Paul's.		Registration Forms: We ask that you register your child(ren) to help us get to know your family and important information such as allergies. Collection Envelopes: Special envelopes are available for the children's offering. Not only do they keep coins from rolling around and getting lost, if you write your name or offering envelope number on the back, you will receive credit for income tax purposes. Mailboxes: Each family is given a "mailbox" in the multipurpose room. Be sure and check it regularly for family resources, news of upcoming events, or a special treat.

What We Offer:
Infant care is available in our downstairs nursery throughout the entire service. Caring and experienced volunteers staff the nursery, which is equipped with a change table, playpen and age appropriate toys. A quiet room is also available at the back of the sanctuary should you wish to have your baby with you upstairs, but need a little extra space or privacy.

Approximately 10 minutes into the service, the children are invited to come forward for a story. Following this sharing time, they go downstairs to for some fun and learning. Toddlers have a room of their own, filled with toys and fun. This is a great place to beginning learning about God and the church.		Where to find the Activity Centres:
		Nursery: For infants ages newborn to 2 years *Toddler Class* (T): For 2 year-olds Preschool (P): For 3 & 4 year-olds *Rotation Workshop* (R): For children SK to gr. 5 *Senior Class* (Youth Lounge): For youth in gr. 6+

We know that most pre-schoolers like routine and predictability. After joining with the others for some songs and collection, the three and four year olds (JK) gather in their "Bible Adventure Gang" room. Using the Bible Quest curriculum, our volunteers tell a bible story and bring it to life with songs, games, crafts and imagination. Our Workshop Rotation activities are for children in SK to grade 5. Throughout the year bible stories and themes are presented over a three-week period, using three different activities. The children are divided into three groups by age and explore the topic in a new way each week by rotating through the workshops. Our current workshops include crafts/food, drama/ video, and games/exploration. The senior class is a combination of youth in grades 6 and older who prefer to meet together to study and discuss the scriptures and what it means to be a Christian. Using the Bible Quest Curriculum as a guide they are encouraged to examine their faith and its impact on their lives and decisions.

“Belief in Action”

St. Paul’s Christian Development Committee works with a dedicated group of volunteers to provide an exciting and educational Sunday morning program for kids of all ages. We use a variety of resources to introduce Bible stories and wisdom, and help them learn what it means to be a Christian in today’s world.

Nursery care is provided for infants up to two years of age.

Our toddler playroom provides space for two-year olds to play and get acquainted.

Children aged 3-4 follow the Bible Quest program designed especially for them. For a list of the stories for 2004/05 see below.

Students in grades SK to 5 participate in our Rotation Program. In groups they explore Bible stories and themes in a three-week cycle that includes crafts, drama, games etc. An outline of the stories for 2004/05 is included below.

Our senior class is open to students in grades 6 and older. This group meets in the Youth Lounge and generally follows a Bible Quest program. The topics included for 2004/05 are listed below.

You can encourage your children by reading and discussing these stories at home. All parents are welcome to accompany their children and learn about our programs. Please let us know if you have any questions or concerns.

Bible Quest Program
(For Children Ages 3 & 4)

Theme: God with Us: Incarnation

Fall 2004
1	God Made the Earth	Genesis 1:9-19
2	God Made Animals	Genesis 1:20-25
3	God Made Us	Genesis 1:26-31
4	When God Says, "Go"	Genesis 12:1-9
5	Abraham's Family Sharing the Land	Genesis 13:1-12
6	God Gave Abraham and Sarah a Baby	Genesis 21:1-7
7	A Baby in the Water	Exodus 2:1-10
8	Moses and the Burning Bush	Exodus 3:1-12
9	God Gives Us Food	Exodus 16:1-8
10	God Gives Us Water	Exodus 17:1-7
11	David Chosen King	1 Samuel 16:1-13
12	God Helps Us Make Music	1 Samuel 16:14-23
13	The Peaceable Kingdom	Isaiah 11:6-9
Winter 2004-05
1	God Plans a Surprise	Isaiah 7:1-14
2	Waiting for the Surprise	Luke 1:26-38
3	Joseph Hears about the Surprise	Matthew 1:18-24
4	Joy to the World! The Birth of Jesus	Luke 2:7-20
5	Gifts for Baby Jesus	Matthew 2:1-12
6	Mary and Joseph Bring Jesus to the Temple	Luke 2:25-35
7	The Day Jesus Got Lost	Luke 2:41-52
8	Jesus' Baptism	Mark 1:1-15
9	Jesus' Special Friends	Luke 6:12-16
10	Jesus Heals a Little Girl	Luke 8:40-42, 49-56
11	Jesus Feeds Hungry People	Mark 6:30-44
12	Jesus and the Children	Mark 10:13-16
13	The Lost Sheep	Luke 15:1-7
Spring 2005
1	The Lost Coin	Luke 15:8-10
2	Helpers Get a Donkey	Mark 11:1-11
3	The Last Supper Mark	14:12-25
4	Women Came to the Tomb	John 20:1-18
5	Jesus Is with Us Always	Matthew 28:16-20
6	We Can Help Our Friends	Luke 5:18-25
7	Jesus Helps in a Storm	Mark 4:35-41
8	We Can Share Our Money	Mark 12:41-44
9	Peter and Dorcas	Acts 9:36-42
10	Peter's Vision	Acts 10:1-16
11	Peter and Cornelius	Acts 10:17-35, 44-48
12	Peter's Escape from Prison	Acts 12:5-17
13	God Always with Us	Revelation 21:1-7

Rotation Workshops 2004/2005
(For Grades SK to 5)

Theme “God is Always with Us”

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Joseph’s Dream & Slavery (Genesis 37)
Joseph, Prison to Prince (Genesis 39-45)
Exodus – 40 years in the wilderness (Exodus 16-18)
Advent – “Immanuel” God with Us (Matt 1:23, John 1:1-18)
John the Baptist’s ministry (Matt 3, Mark 1, John 3)
The Miracle of the Loaves and Fishes (John 6:1-14)
Jesus Walks on Water (Matt 14: 12-33)
Forty Days after the Resurrection (John 20-21, Acts 1)
The story of the Rich man and Lazarus (Luke 16:19-31)
The Widow’s mite (Luke 21: 1-40)
Revelations – An Overview (Rev 21)

September		October
5 12 19 26	(Labour Day) Sunday School Kick-off – Get to Know You Sunday Joseph’s Dream Joseph’s Dream	3 10 17 14 31	Joseph’s Dream (Thanksgiving) Open Session Joseph, Prison to Prince Joseph, Prison to Prince Joseph, Prison to Prince
November		December
7 14 21 28	Exodus - 40 years in the wilderness Exodus - 40 years in the wilderness Exodus - 40 years in the wilderness (Advent) Immanuel – God with us	5 12 19 26	Immanuel – God with us Immanuel – God with us Christmas - Open Session Birthday Party
January		February
2 9 16 23 30	Video Sunday John the Baptist’s ministry John the Baptist’s ministry John the Baptist’s ministry Miracle of the Loaves and Fishes	6 13 20 27	Miracle of the Loaves and Fishes Miracle of the Loaves and Fishes Jesus Walks on Water (possible intergenerational service)
March		April
6 13 20 27	Jesus Walks on Water Jesus Walks on Water (Palm Sunday) Special Sunday (Easter) Open Session	3 10 17 24	40 days after resurrection 40 days after resurrection 40 days after resurrection Rich man and Lazarus
May		June
1 8 15 22 29	Rich man and Lazarus Rich man and Lazarus Widow’s mite Widow’s mite Widow’s mite	5 12 19 26	Revelations - overview Revelations - overview Revelations - overview Fun Day

Bible Quest Program
(For Grades 6+)

Theme: God with Us: Incarnation

Fall 2004
1	It Is Good!	Genesis 1:1-2:4a
2	In God's Image	Genesis 1:1-2:4a
3	Have Some Lunch	Genesis 18:1-15
4	I Didn't Laugh	Genesis 18:1-15
5	Beyond the Wilderness	Exodus 3:1-12
6	Check It Out!	Exodus 3:1-12
7	I'm Going to Do What?	Exodus 3:1-12
8	Anointing the Shepherd King	1 Samuel 16:1-13
9	The Heart of the Shepherd King	1 Samuel 16:1-13
10	Searching for God	1 Kings 18:20 - 19:18
11	Finding God	1 Kings 18:20 - 19:18
12	The Peaceable Kingdom	Isaiah 11:1-9
13	A Vision for Peace	Isaiah 11:1-9
Winter 2004-05
1	Name Him Jesus	Matthew 1:18-25
2	Appearance to the Shepherds	Luke 2:1-20
3	Good News for Real People	Luke 2:1-20
4	Wait, Wait, Wait!	Luke 2:22-38
5	She Was of Great Age	Luke 2:22-38
6	The Beginning of the Good News	Mark 1:1-11
7	Beloved, with You I Am Well Pleased	Mark 1:1-11
8	He Fell at Jesus' Feet	Luke 8:40-56
9	They Were All Waiting for Him	Luke 8:40-56
10	And He Had Compassion	Mark 6:30-37a
11	All Ate and Were Filled	Mark 6:30-44
12	Healing a Blind Man	John 9
13	Jesus Heals a Man Born Blind	John 9
Spring 2005
1	When You Get Hungry Enough...	Luke 4:1-13
2	Lazarus, Come Out!	John 11:1-44
3	Why Me, God?	Matthew 27:45-55
4	What Does It Take	John 20: 1-18
5	Face to Face	John 20: 1-18
6	Jesus is Here, What a Miracle!	John 21:1-8
7	Breakfast with Jesus	John 21:9-14
8	Feed My Sheep	John 21: 15-19
9	Be Like Jesus	Matthew 28:16-20
10	Peter Breaks the Rules	Acts 10:1-23a
11	The Pete and Corny Show	Acts 10:23b-48
12	The Holy City	Revelation 21:1-7
13	Alpha and Omega	Revelation 21:1-7