Godly Play -- September to May

Godly Play for our children pre-school through middle school meets Sundays at 10:30 a.m.

What is Godly Play?

Our children attend Godly play during the first part of the worship service and then join the congregations for the Eucharist.

Godly Play teaches our children the art of using Christian language - parable, sacred story, silence and liturgical action - helping them become more fully aware of the mystery of God’s presence in their lives.

When Christian language is learned by the Godly Play approach, it is learned as a means to know God and to make meaning of our lives. This approach is quite different from the traditional model in which the teacher tells the children what they need to know.  It is not just about learning lessons or keeping children entertained. It’s about understanding how each of the stories of God’s people connects with the child’s own experience and relationship with God. Godly Play respects the innate spirituality of children and encourages curiosity and imagination in experiencing the mystery and joy of God.

Godly Play is a creative and imaginative approach to Christian nurture.

Godly Play encourages participants to make meaning for themselves by inviting them into stories and providing the opportunity for them to connect the stories with their personal experience.

Godly Play values process, openness and discovery.

Godly Play is a way of preparing our children to join in the worship and life of our congregation as they develop a deeper understanding of stories, symbols and rites.