Kids & Youth
Jesus told his disciples to become like little children. For us, that means that our children have so much to show us about how God wants us to be. And so we strive to be a church where everyone feels included and welcome, no matter their age.
We offer all sorts of programs for our little ones and youth, including…
Sunday School
We are excited to offer Sunday School to kids PreK through 12th grade! Our PreK through 5th graders all begin worship with their families in the sanctuary at 10am, and then are invited to Sunday School right after the children's sermon (Time with the Young Church), which usually happens around 10:15am. They remain in Sunday School until the end of worship, usually around 11:00am. (However, on the first Sunday of each month, our children remain in the sanctuary the whole hour, sitting together if they wish, to experience the fullness of worship including communion!).
For our older youth, we offer confirmation (see below), and also Youth Sunday School! Youth Sunday School, taught by Elder Jennifer Miller and Pastor Mary Beth , is for middle and high school students, and is held every 2nd and 4th Sunday from 9:00 to 9:40am.
Please email Jen at njjmillers@msn.com if you’d like to learn more about our Sunday School program.
Confirmation
Our confirmation class is offered to youth around middle school age during the school year. In this class, we explore our faith through scripture, through church history, and through our gathered community. We also pray regularly with and for each other. Membership in the church is not required after completing the class. If you know someone who is interested in confirmation at Greenwich Church, please contact Mary Beth at pastormarybeth@gmail.com.
Bell Choir & Sonshine Singers
Sonshine Singers is an energetic group of singers (ages approx. 3 to 9) who rehearse and perform a song or two during worship a few times a year.
Our intergenerational hand bell choir meets throughout the year, and performs at worship services.
Sonshine Singers is led by Bruce and Sandy Frey; Tom DiGiovanni leads our all-age hand bell choir. Contact Tom at digtom@hotmail.com for more details on either group. All are welcome!!
Youth Group at College Hill
During the school year, middle and high school kids (and their friends and neighbors!) are invited to join with College Hill Presbyterian Church (501 Brodhead St, Easton PA) every first and third Sunday from 6:00 to 7:30 for fellowship, prayer, and games/activities!! Please contact Mary Beth at pastormarybeth@gmail.com for more information, or to carpool.
Here is our 2023 schedule:
Sept 17 - Potluck kickoff! Parents welcome too.
Oct 1 - Campfire & S'mores
Oct 15 - Walk to Wawa
Nov 5 - Make Apple Hand Pies
Nov 19 - Pumpkin Buffet
Dec 3 - Fun with Duct Tape
Dec 15 - Christmas Party
Partnership with Greenwich Nursery School
Calling all families with children in elementary and middle school!!! Old Greenwich Presbyterian Church and the Greenwich Nursery School are thrilled to be partnering up to offer monthly activities for our church and community families during the school year. Most of our activities will be held monthly at our church on Friday evenings. For more information, email Amy at director@greenwichnursery.com. Keep watching this space for our fall 2023 activities!
During the summers, we are thrilled to offer "Kids Club, with Barnes Yard Petting Zoo" which includes a visit from animals, plus all sorts of other fun activities! Details about summer 2024 forthcoming!
Vacation Bible School
Do your children or grandchildren like to have fun? Are you looking for a summer camp where they will learn about the Bible and God’s love for us, while building community and having a blast? If so, Vacation Bible School at Old Greenwich Presbyterian Church is the place for you! Each summer, we offer a safe, nurturing, spiritual space for kids to grow in their faith through stories, games, friendship-building and more. ALL are welcome!
You may email lkolterjahn88@gmail.com to learn more!
