Christian Formation

St. Andrew's offers a wide range of Christian Formation classes and activities for all ages. Unless noted below, many of these offerings occur during the fall, winter and spring (approximately mid-September through the third week of the following May). St. Andrew's offers alternative programming for children of Sunday School age during the summer months (late May through early September).

For Children from Infants through High School

Childcare for Infants and Toddlers

A nursery is available for children from 3 months through age 3 from 9:00 am until noon on Sundays throughout the year. The nursery is located on the lower level of the education wing, accessible through the stairs in the Parish Hall. Members of the church choir are welcome to have their children older than 3 years cared for in the nursery during choir rehearsal on Sunday mornings. Please contact St. Andrew's if you need childcare for children older than 3 years to attend other Sunday morning activities such as the Adult Forum.

Sunday School

From September to May, Sunday School classes for children ages 3 - 5th grade are offered from 10:30 a.m. until 11:15 a.m when they will join their parents for the Eucharist. The two Godly Play classes (ages 3-4 and ages 5 – 7) learn about sacred Old Testament stories, stories about Jesus’ life and his parables, sacraments and the liturgical year. The upper elementary school class has been using “Weaving God’s Promises” curriculum published by Morehouse Educational Resources. The curriculum focuses on the biblical story of salvation as told in the Old and New Testaments. Lessons also connect to liturgical seasons, with Episcopal prayers, history and sacraments woven through the materials.

Update on the 2011-2012 Sunday School: All children, ages 3 - 5th grade are invited to attend Sunday School classes, beginning at 10:30 am on Sunday, Sept. 11. The pre-school Godly Play class (for children born in 2007 – 2008) will meet in the “children’s chapel room” on the lower level of the parish hall. The primary Godly Play class (children born 2004 – 2006) will meet in the large classroom across from the nursery. Older elementary school age children are invited to attend class in the lower level of the parish hall.  Children will join their parents at the Peace. Parents should have received a letter and registration form in the mail. Parents are asked to complete a registration form as soon as possible. Extra printed copies also are available on the Christian Formation bulletin board in the parish hall if you did not receive one.

All children are also invited to participate in special events at St. Andrew's including the Blessing of the Animals, the parish retreat at Shrine Mont, the Lantern Walk, St. Andrew's Day procession and potluck, Cookies and Carols, and the no-rehearsal Christmas pageant (afternoon of Christmas Eve).

Youth Group

The St. Andew's Youth Group is on hiatus in Winter 2012, and plans are being made to re-launch the Youth Group as soon as possible.

Adult Formation

Sunday Adult Forum

The Adult Forum meets from 9:30-10:20 am every Sunday from September through May. Discussions cover a wide range of topics. Each lesson is self-contained, so you may join at any time.

Please see the latest announcements for additional details about the next Adult Forum.

Book Groups

St. Andrew's often offers occasional evening book discussion groups or similar activities from September through May. Additional information also may be found under the announcements on the front page of this website.

Bible Study

Spring Bible Study: Rev. Carol will be leading Bible study on the evenings of the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month. The current topic is the book of Ecclesiastes. Contact Rev. Carol Jablonski at for more information.

Inquirer's Class

St. Andrew's offers an Inquirer's Class to help newcomers learn more about the Christian Faith and the Episcopal Church. This class often is of benefit to long-standing members of the parish as well! Look for an announcement regarding the start of the next class during the 2011-2012 season.

Education for Ministry

The Education for Ministry (EfM) program is designed to help lay members of the church discover and develop their ministries. The St. Andrew's group has graduated ten members from the four-year course. We meet on Wednesday evenings from 6:45 - 9:15 pm in the Rectors' Lounge. Contact for more information.