Children and Youth Programs
Godly play!
(Children in kindergarten – 5th grade)
During Sunday morning worship children explore our Christian faith through the Godly Play curriculum. Godly Play utilizes a Montessori-like method of teaching to explain the stories and lessons of the Bible.
Each church school class begins with noting the importance of that Sunday on the church calendar. This is followed by a Bible story/lesson, directed response time, sharing and snack time, and finally a closing prayer and/or song. Although the lessons relate to each other, children can easily integrate into the group whether they attend every week or occasionally.
Contact: Chris Calandra, Director of Children’s Ministry
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Voices of GCC Children’s Choir
Voices of GCC Children’s ChoirThis choir is for singers in grades 3–8 with weekly rehearsals 11:15am–12:30pm on Sundays. We rehearse September through May in Room 201. Voices of GCC sings for Sunday worship about once a month as well as for the Christmas Pageant and the 4:30 service on Christmas Eve. Each year we prepare a musical worship service in the spring.
Contact: Gary Wendt, Director of Music
The Nursery
Each Sunday morning from 9:45 -11:15 a.m., there is childcare available for infants through age four in the Nursery. The room is equipped with a monitor that allows parents to view the worship service if they choose to remain with their children.
Contact: Chris Calandra, Director of Children’s Ministry
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pathways: A journey in faith~GCC Middle school & Confirmation Program
pathways: A journey in faith~GCC Middle school & Confirmation ProgramPathways is our Sunday morning program for 6th–8th graders, combining faith exploration, friendship, and spiritual growth. Students begin in worship and are dismissed after the children’s message for a class designed just for them. 8th graders prepare for confirmation, while 6th and 7th graders build a strong foundation in faith and community. Register here for our 2025-2026 Pathways program!
Contact: Rev. Abigail Lutz, Associate Minister
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middle and high school youth group
middle and high school youth groupSunday evenings from 4:00-6:00pm during the program year, middle school and high school teens have a unique opportunity to fellowship, deepen their faith, and engage in service together. These youth also are able to enjoy retreats, lock-ins, and more! All are welcomed to join us!
Contact: Meredith Estes, Director of Youth Ministry
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Puppet ministry
Puppet ministryOur Puppet Ministry meets on Sundays at 10:00 a.m. during the program year. Interested young people work on presenting a puppet show that is later performed to younger kids!
