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Sunday Church School Sunday School is in session with class offerings for children and youth ages 2-18! Classrooms are located at 74 Trinity Place, third floor; just follow the colorful signs. Newcomers are always welcome.
What you can expect:
10:00 Drop-off: Parents are invited to stay for a brief "Family Gathering" time of prayer and learning in the Nursery Play Space Middle School and High School youth go directly to their classrooms.
10:10: Children move to their regular Sunday School classrooms.
11:00 Pick-up: Children are released to their parents at the door.
What your children and youth will learn:
Toddlers (ages 2 and 3) are introduced to Sunday School in an environment of gentle yet stimulating exploration of the ways in which they are beloved children of God. Arts, crafts, Bible storytelling, movement, sharing, free play and snack are the building blocks for learning about "belonging" from the earliest ages.
Pre-K-1st grade (ages 4-6) is facilitated by teachers trained in a curriculum called, "Godly Play." In a room carefully arranged for structured play and art-making, Bible stories are enacted, using evocative objects, as children wonder about the mysteries of God and how the Christian stories speak today.
Grades 2-3/Grades 4-5 utilize a "rotation model" of learning, in which children explore biblical themes, one per month. In addition to regular classroom teachers, visiting teachers from the church community "rotate" through the classrooms, giving lessons that draw from their particular specialties: art, drama, storytelling—any modality that brings depth to the monthly exploration. The intergenerational opportunities are a great benefit to all.
Youth Groups
Grades 6-8 It's not easy being a tween, as they make their way through popular culture and everyday demands to conform. The "Rite 13" program, facilitated by lay people in the congregation, is designed to build self-esteem in the context of Christian community: "I am made in the image of God." It begins with attentive listening and presence. Weekly teachings, laughter, growing friendships, prayer, fun activities, and open communication honor the gifts of each person and support the life of the whole group.
High School The "Journey to Adulthood" program continues the exploration of Rite 13 with an opportunity for a new group to bond around empowerment and the transition from youth to adulthood—self, spirituality, sexuality, society. With plenty of room for questions, answers, hopes, fears, and joy, J2A (as it is called) prepares young people for leadership, partnership, and expression of opinions—joined with exploration of individual faith journeys, compassionate service, and celebration.
Our teachers are warm and welcoming; they will be happy to take your information on your first day and show you around. Ask about sitting in on your child's first session. We look forward to growing in love of God and neighbor with your family. For more information, contact Dr. Kathy Bozzuti-Jones at kbozzuti-jones@trinitywallstreet.org or Angelica Roman-Jimenez at aroman@trinitywallstreet.org or 212-602-0805.
Nursery Care (ages 6 months to 4 years) is available from 8am–1pm on Sundays all year long. Children enjoy supervised storytelling, active play, and snack-time. Parents who prefer to share Sunday worship with their little ones are more than welcome to visit the Nursery at any time during the service or when their child has "maxed out!" From the church, just follow the signs to 74 Trinity Place, 3rd Floor.
