Summer Sunday Class
10:00am - 10:50am
Emotions & The Psalms
All Ages
Starts June 15, Chapel
The Psalms contain every emotion you can imagine. This big book of poems captures all the very real parts of life. During this series, we will learn about how God made us feel all the emotions but also gave us the ability to control them. This summer we are going to explore the things that make us who we are so we can learn to love one another more fully just as God loves us.
June 22
Guilt
Led by Shelby Lee
This lesson focuses on the importance of recognizing our mistakes and turning back to God. Children will learn about a difficult season in David’s life when he acted selfishly and hurt others. Through the prophet Nathan’s story, David came to understand the harm he caused, confessed his sins, and asked God for forgiveness. Paired with the book A Whale of a Mistake by Ioana Hobai, this class will help children explore how it feels to carry guilt and the relief that comes with honest confession. The key takeaway: “I can confess my sins to God.”
June 29
Gratitude
Led by Shelby Lee
In this lesson, children will reflect on God’s faithfulness and the importance of giving thanks. After years of waiting, David was finally crowned king of Israel—a moment that filled him with awe and gratitude. He responded by praying and writing Psalms to thank God. Paired with The Gratitude Jar by Katrina Liu, this class will help children recognize the blessings in their own lives and encourage them to express thankfulness regularly. The key takeaway: “I can thank God every day for all He has done.”
Children
At First Pres we strive to create a safe and fun environment for all children to discover who Jesus is and how a relationship with Him can be a part of their life.
With age-appropriate games, crafts, song, and stories, we provide ways for kids of all ages and backgrounds to learn who Jesus is and how He is a part of their lives. Between services you can bring your children to the lower level of the church where a variety of wonderful teachers will guide them through God’s word.
Children's Sunday Classes
10:00am - 10:50am
God Loves Me
2’s and 3’s
Starts September 10, Room 128
In this curriculum from the Christian Reformed Church, children dive into a new story from the bible each week! Through colorful books, prayer, and play, children will learn about God's wonderful creation and people like Abraham, Hannah, David, Simeon, Anna, Peter, Jesus and Paul—and all the wonderful stories in between.
Follow Me
PreK-K
Starts September 10, Room 131
Follow Me is a PCUSA curriculum that focuses on the practices Jesus did and taught us to do as faithful followers. Children will learn how Jesus lived out the spiritual practices and be encouraged to do the same. Through play and conversation, children will learn what it truly means to follow Jesus.
Godly Play
1st - 2nd
Starts September 10, Room 129
Godly Play is a beautiful curriculum that invites children to use their imagination in the telling of God’s Word and see themselves as a part of God’s story. Godly Play teaches children to listen for God and to make authentic and creative responses to God’s call in their lives. Through curiosity, creativity, and play, children will encounter the story of God in a new way!
Follow Me
3rd - 5th
Starts September 10, Room 215
This PCUSA equips upper elementary students to live out their faith in new ways just as Jesus calls us to. Focusing on a variety of practices that Jesus taught, children will engage stories that explore how spiritual practices were lived out by Jesus (Gospels), his faith tradition (Old Testament/Hebrew Scriptures), and his followers (New Testament).
Faith and Family
Starts August 25, Weekly, Room 216
Coordinated by Liz Forney
This class, oriented toward parents of school age children and teens, will be taking a deep dive this Fall into a rich resource exploring some of the essential teachings of our faith using the book Flourishing on the Edge of Faith by Andrew DeCort PhD. Books for all participants will be provided by the Adult Ministry committee.
Contact Liz at Liz.Forney@gmail.com if you have any questions.
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Youth
At First Pres our goal is that students experience God's love and grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ and others through our time together.
Whether it is in a Sunday School classroom or at youth group, we create a space where students can be their authentic self and make space to unpack the good news of the gospel and how it impacts their lives as youth today.
Youth Sunday Classes
10:00am - 10:50am
Re:form
Middle School
Starts August 18, Carriage House 2nd floor
Through this curriculum, student will engage God’s word through funny quips with solid theology that will get them thinking. We will be discussing hard questions that are on the minds of our youth today with Christ at the center. Re:form works to affirm and strengthen faith of students, preparing to send out into the world.
The Gospel Project
High School
Starts August 18, Room 140
The Gospel Project celebrates the redemptive plan that unfolds throughout all Scripture, from Genesis to Revelation. Every week, students will experience the good news of the gospel through a Bible study that is theologically rich, Christ centered, missionally minded, and so much more! This fall we will focus on the events which took place in the beginning, when God created the heavens and the earth and how God continually displayed faithfulness to His people even though they were unfaithful to Him.
Youth Group
Middle School & High School
Sundays, 5:30pm - 7:00pm, Room 140
Sundays this fall at church Middle and High School students will gather for a time of fun, food, and conversation. This will be a time for student to engage in discussion on the things that are on their hearts and mind while also learning how God class us to walk in the world.
Vacation Bible School
VBS is a week of fabulous fun and energetic exploration as we discover how to follow God everyday! Through engaging Bible stories, outdoor adventures, creative activities, dynamic music, and of course yummy snacks, we will learn how God's Word teaches us about living life in Jesus Christ.
Our Vacation Bible School is open to all children, ages 4 through 5th grade.
VBS 2025
Pack your bags (and imaginations)—we’re heading to Egypt at this year’s Vacation Bible School! Every day children will walk alongside Joseph through heartbreaking trials, joyous victories, and tear-filled celebrations of this unique Bible hero. God’s word will come to life as we enter Egypt! Join us for a week filled with stories, crafts, games, and plenty of fun.
Here are the details:
📅 June 16 – 20, 2025
🕘 9:00am – 12:00pm
👧🧒 For Ages 4 through Rising 5th Grade
💲 No Cost—VBS is Free!
