​Raising our Children
​It takes a Church to raise a child! Many studies have shown that regular participation in the life of a Church benefits children in all sorts of ways. In addition to learning about God, children are more likely to succeed in school, avoid unhealthy behaviors, and describe themselves as happy. At Saint David's we do our best to offer our children a range of ways to stay involved.

Soon after the end of the program year for Sunday School, June, 2024, we hope to have a conversation about the future of our Children’s Ministry. We are interested in learning more from our families about what would best suit their needs. Be on the lookout for an invitation to that conversation. And in the meantime, please feel free to share your thoughts with Deacon Terry. 

Children's Christmas Pageant 2022
Children's Christmas Pageant 2024
CREATION CARE KIDS’ CORNER: 
 by Mary Moore, January, 2026

Winter Scavenger Hunt - See how many of these listed items you can find:
Red-tailed hawk (especially high up in the trees or sky along Rte. 91)
A squirrel digging in the snow (most likely trying to find an acorn or walnut that is buried in the area).
Juncos, small two-tone gray birds that are typically feed on the ground but will also occasionally perch on a bird feeder.
A red-bellied woodpecker A downy woodpecker A hairy woodpecker (Downy and hairy woodpeckers look almost exactly alike, except for their size, the former being a lot smaller than the latter.)
A bluejay
A group of crows roosting together around dusk
The buds on 2 different kinds of trees.
Rose hips
​A tree that still has a lot of (dead) leaves on it. (Hint: look for an oak or a beech tree.)
Sunday school teachers at St. David’s are “Safe Church” trained and offer class each Sunday during the 10:00 a.m. service from September to June. Children ages 3 to preteen are invited to participate in the Sunday school classes. We do have a nursery for parents to bring their younger children during the service. During the opening hymn, the teacher of the day leads the children to the classroom. Teachers follow the “Deep Blue” curriculum which includes opportunity for children to give an offering, learn a bible lesson, watch a DVD, play games, do crafts and have a snack. Children return to the church service after the sign of peace and sit with their grown-up.
Some youth events include:
  • · September – Kick Off Day for Sunday School (usually the Sunday after Labor Day)
  • · October – Bowling and Trunk or Treat
  • · November – After church activity (for example: a story and painting of bird houses)
  • · December – Breakfast with Santa
  • · January – Game Day with Pizza after church
  • · February – Slime Day
  • · March – Bowling
  • · April – Good Friday Children’s Stations of the Cross/Egg Hunt
  • · May – Mother’s Day Brunch after church
  • · June – Father’s Day Ice Cream Sundaes at coffee hour

Children's Events ​Through the Years

Christian Education

We offer Sunday School during the 10:00 service every week. A dedicated crew of teachers base the lessons on a carefully chosen curriculum. Children as young as two can participate, depending on the child. (We have a nursery for younger children.) Our normal age range is about five to ten.

Children's Choir
All interested children ages 4 and up are welcome to participate. They practice every week at 11:15 - 11:30 on Sunday mornings beginning March 1, 2020 in preparation for their performance at the Easter Sunday Service.

Confirmation and First Communion
We offer First Communion and Confirmation classes for older children as needed.

Seasonal Events

We have a regular cycle of special events for our children as well as children in the community. All events are free.
Beginning at the start of the Christian year (Advent, which happens in December), they are:
Breakfast with Santa: Children play games, have a snack, receive a present, and meet the big man.
Children’s Stations of the Cross and Easter Egg Hunt: It is a strange combination that works. We begin by talking about the meaning of the crucifixion. We end with an Easter Egg Hunt. In between are lots of fun and educational events.

Halloween Party: We invite children to come in costume for an evening of games, ending with trick-or-treating around the Church. It’s a fun way to get lots of candy fast!