Children's Formation
The Episcopal Church defines formation as “lifelong growth in the knowledge, service, and love of God as followers of Christ…informed by Scripture, Tradition, and Reason.” Understanding this growth as a lifelong process is fundamental. Christian formation does not have an expiration or a graduation date, and doesn’t only happen in a classroom.
We all have a special responsibility to think about the impact everything that we do at church can have on the children and youth who worship at Calvary and are members of our congregation. During baptisms, the congregation in unison answers “We will!”, when asked “Will you who witness these vows do all in your power to support these persons in their life in Christ?” That support can be in teaching Sunday School, in being a sponsor for a confirmand, or in listening to a child tell you about their week during coffee hour.
We hope you will take some time to consider how we, at Calvary, are living into the spirit of lifelong formation. If you have any questions, or want to know how to be more involved in children's formation opportunities please contact us.
Sunday School
During the school year, Sunday School meets most Sunday mornings starting at 9:45 a.m. and continuing until the children join their parents in church at the Peace, midway through the 10:00 a.m. Eucharist. (On the third Sunday of each month, families remain together in worship for our Family Eucharist.) Our Sunday School curriculum is informed by Weaving God’s Promises and infused with good old-fashioned fun. Our volunteer leaders are Safe Church certified and bring myriad gifts from their lives as Sunday School teachers, educators, parents, grandparents, and joyful Christians.
The Pasture
A place to play, learn, and grow,
for children in PreK through 2nd Grade
Children in preschool through Kindergarten are our Mustardseed students. A Bible story, craft, song, and snack help these little ones begin to grow in the knowledge of love of God and seed holy possibilities!
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Children in 1st through 2nd Grade are our Weavers. Their creativity and belonging are emphasized during the activity-time, helping these students make the fabric of community and faith that will sustain them as they grow.​
The Good Shepherd Room
A Liturgical Laboratory for students in Grades 3 through 5
These students are our ‘Cornerstones.’ Our Upper Elementary school students are already helping to shape the church and the world! No longer ‘little kids,’ students meet in the Good Shepherd Room to discover how God is building each of them up to be the particular people God made them to be! They may also begin learning the ropes as junior acolytes and serve at the third-Sunday Family Eucharist. Our Cornerstone kids follow the Weaving God’s Promises curriculum designed especially for ages 9-11.
Building life-long faith
Opportunities for Middle- and High Schoolers
Middle- and High Schoolers enter into the rhythm of worship, formation, fellowship, and service that marks the mature Christian life. On Sunday mornings, they lead worship as acolytes, lectors, ushers, and Choristers. They may also help in The Pasture or join in formation in the Good Shepherd Room, if they prefer. They are invited to register for Youth Group, which meets bimonthly (usually on Sunday evenings) for dedicated fellowship and formation.
Nursery Care
Sundays at 9:45 am
While children are always welcome at Calvary’s worship services, we also offer childcare during the 10am service in the Nursery. Children ages 0-2 are invited to rest and play in the Nursery under the care of two trained staff members from 9:45am-11:45am. The Nursery is located next to the elevator on the top floor of the Parish House.
The nursery has truly been such a blessing... Knowing that Eriana is being cared for with such warmth and attentiveness gives me so much peace of mind, and allows me to be fully present in rehearsal and worship.
—Mariana, parent & choir member
Family Eucharist
Every 3rd Sunday at 10:00 am
On the third Sunday of each month, our youngest parishioners lead worship! An interactive child-accessible sermon will be offered, our Choristers will sing, and youth and young adult acolytes and lectors will guide our liturgy and share God’s Holy Word.
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📆 2026-2027 Dates:
September 20, October 18; November 15; December 20; January 17, 2027; February 21; March 21; April 18; May 16
