Faith development begins at birth and continues throughout one's whole life, so Westminster offers educational opportunities for all ages.
Children of all ages are welcome and encouraged to worship with their families during Sunday morning worship in the sanctuary. Parents also have the option of having their young children (infants and toddlers) in Nursery Care if they prefer. Children age 3 through grade 2 can worship either in the Children's Worship Center or with their families.
New this fall (2023)
Worship & Wonder Sunday Lessons for Grades 3-6
Children in grades 3 through 6 are invited to participate in a Worship & Wonder lesson each Sunday during worship after the children’s message. This fall, they will learn Old Testament stories from a PCUSA curriculum called “Echo: the Story.” This resource invites children to hear the Biblical stories, reflect upon them, engage and ask questions, and relate the stories to their own lives. There will be a rotating schedule of teachers for this age group, which will meet in the first floor education wing.
New Grades 7-12 Youth Programs
Following Sunday worship, youth in grades 7‐12 are invited to meet with Chris Patch, Noel Cregg, Pastor Stacy, and other adult volunteers in the youth wing of the education building for Teen Talk, a time to discuss what they heard in worship and how it relates to their lives. The kids will also be involved in hands‐on activities like helping decorate the chancel for special services, doing art activities, and enjoying games.
We are also excited to introduce a new youth group for kids in grades 7‐12 set to launch on September 17! The group will meet on the third Sunday of every month from 5:00PM to 7:00PM in the youth wing of the education building. Gatherings promise to be a blend of spiritual nourishment, fellowship, and community service. Come prepared to learn, have fun, and bring a friend along! For more information or to volunteer, please reach out to Chris Patch.
Children’s Worship Center
The Children’s Worship Center is for children ages 3 through 2nd/3rd grade. It is a place to worship and hear God’s stories. In the fall, we’ll be hearing stories from the Old Testament—Adam and Eve, Abram and Sarai, the birth of Isaac, Moses and the Burning Bush, and the Ten Best Ways to Live.
Nursery Care
Andrea Creighton and Liz Dominguez provide nursery care from 9 AM ‐ 12 PM on Sundays for infants and toddlers. They incorporate music, Bible stories, and crafts, as well as playtime and quiet time, to foster faith formation in our youngest members. Nursery care is in the toddler room on the first floor of the Education Building.
Westminster supports members who are pursuing higher education through accredited colleges or universities by providing scholarships through the Gilchrist Memorial Scholarship Fund (Gilchrist Scholarship Application and Guidelines).
Children of all ages are welcome and encouraged to worship with their families during Sunday morning worship in the sanctuary. Parents also have the option of having their young children (infants and toddlers) in Nursery Care if they prefer. Children age 3 through grade 2 can worship either in the Children's Worship Center or with their families.
New this fall (2023)
Worship & Wonder Sunday Lessons for Grades 3-6
Children in grades 3 through 6 are invited to participate in a Worship & Wonder lesson each Sunday during worship after the children’s message. This fall, they will learn Old Testament stories from a PCUSA curriculum called “Echo: the Story.” This resource invites children to hear the Biblical stories, reflect upon them, engage and ask questions, and relate the stories to their own lives. There will be a rotating schedule of teachers for this age group, which will meet in the first floor education wing.
New Grades 7-12 Youth Programs
Following Sunday worship, youth in grades 7‐12 are invited to meet with Chris Patch, Noel Cregg, Pastor Stacy, and other adult volunteers in the youth wing of the education building for Teen Talk, a time to discuss what they heard in worship and how it relates to their lives. The kids will also be involved in hands‐on activities like helping decorate the chancel for special services, doing art activities, and enjoying games.
We are also excited to introduce a new youth group for kids in grades 7‐12 set to launch on September 17! The group will meet on the third Sunday of every month from 5:00PM to 7:00PM in the youth wing of the education building. Gatherings promise to be a blend of spiritual nourishment, fellowship, and community service. Come prepared to learn, have fun, and bring a friend along! For more information or to volunteer, please reach out to Chris Patch.
Children’s Worship Center
The Children’s Worship Center is for children ages 3 through 2nd/3rd grade. It is a place to worship and hear God’s stories. In the fall, we’ll be hearing stories from the Old Testament—Adam and Eve, Abram and Sarai, the birth of Isaac, Moses and the Burning Bush, and the Ten Best Ways to Live.
Nursery Care
Andrea Creighton and Liz Dominguez provide nursery care from 9 AM ‐ 12 PM on Sundays for infants and toddlers. They incorporate music, Bible stories, and crafts, as well as playtime and quiet time, to foster faith formation in our youngest members. Nursery care is in the toddler room on the first floor of the Education Building.
Westminster supports members who are pursuing higher education through accredited colleges or universities by providing scholarships through the Gilchrist Memorial Scholarship Fund (Gilchrist Scholarship Application and Guidelines).
Child and Youth Protection Policy
Westminster Presbyterian Church seeks to provide a safe and secure environment for the children who participate in our programs and activities. By following the best practices in the church's Child and Youth Protection Policy, our goal is to protect the children of Westminster Presbyterian Church from incidents of misconduct or inappropriate behavior while also protecting our staff and volunteers/workers from false accusations.
The complete text of the policy is here: Child and Youth Protection Policy of Westminster Presbyterian Church, Auburn NY.
Westminster Presbyterian Church seeks to provide a safe and secure environment for the children who participate in our programs and activities. By following the best practices in the church's Child and Youth Protection Policy, our goal is to protect the children of Westminster Presbyterian Church from incidents of misconduct or inappropriate behavior while also protecting our staff and volunteers/workers from false accusations.
The complete text of the policy is here: Child and Youth Protection Policy of Westminster Presbyterian Church, Auburn NY.