Children and Youth at First Presbyterian Church Children's Education First Presbyterian is committed to providing a strong church school programs in which children can learn the fundamentals of Reformed faith and begin a lifelong spiritual journey based on biblical literacy. The four year old, kindergarten, and 1st grade classes receive special worship skills enrichment. 1st through 5th graders 1st through 5th graders worship in the sanctuary with their families for 15 minutes before going to classes after the children's sermon. Stepping Stones' A guidebook called 'Stepping Stones of Faith' is available to help families and teachers identify some of the Bible verses, songs, prayers, and concepts considered most helpful at each age along their children's spiritual journey.
Child care is provided for preschoolers.
The youth program at First Pres is committed to helping young people develop a spiritual life and a relationship with Jesus Christ, modeling what it looks like to live as a Christian, developing positive and supportive relationships between youth and adults, and helping young people become a part of the church. Mids and Keys are also active in numerous volunteer projects in the church and community, help lead worship on youth Sundays, and take group trips near and far for fun and mission service. Group Activities Youth events include social outings, camping and ski trips, and participation in community service activities such as the CROP Walk, the Interfaith Hospitality Network family shelter program, and community meal programs. First Pres youth put their faith into action by undertaking mission trips on a regular basis, financing them with a variety of fundraising projects. One recent trip was to a Navajo reservation in Ganado, Arizona.