Kids of the Kingdom
Here at Trinity your children will not find themselves in a 'traditional classroom' on Sunday morning. That is because we believe Christian formation happens best when children are exposed to the life of the church through a variety of experiences, and through active participation in the liturgy. Just as no two adults come to a faith in the same way, no 'one program' fits the needs of every child.
As best we can we try to customize each child’s/teen's faith formation using a variety of formats, such as story, art, service and play.
We asked some of our adults what they most liked about going to church. We received many responses, such as "a sense of community, a closeness to God, fellowship and fun." With the help of a consultant we realized that our children want the same things from church! Below are some of the offerings your children will find waiting for them here at their Trinity Church.
Starting September 8th, Kids of the Kingdom meets every Sunday during the 10 o'clock service.
We are excited to share that we have a new Children's Minister so check back here or subscribe to our eblast for our upcoming announcement.
"All your children shall be taught by the Lord, and great shall be the peace of your children."
Isaiah 54:13
Meet Miss Maura
I work with children with emotional and social disabilities and am pursuing work in healing with Yoga and Reiki. I have built and have been running the Kids of the Kingdom for two years. I believe in religious and spiritual education being a part of every day life. I take stories and lessons we hear in the Bible and help the kids of the Kingdom connect them to our lives, and those of our friends. I enjoy acting and creating characters to allow for a more animated learning environment.
I love instructing but I love learning more. I also love to paint and rock climb.
Kids of the Kingdom
If you are ages 3-11 (pre-K – 6th grade), then you have probably met Miss Maura, or one of her aliases, the Angel Gabriel, Abigail the inn keeper, the shepherd boy, or the star. Each Sunday children are invited to go on a biblical adventure with Maura that always includes snacks.
Kingdom Kids Choir & Music Club
Jammin' For Jesus is our youth choir, a talented and energetic ensemble of kids of various ages (from 1st grade to 8th grade) that sing regularly during our 10:00am worship service. Rehearsals (which include music games and activities) take place on Tuesday afternoons from 4:30pm to 5:15pm and follow the school year schedule.
Jr. Jammers for Jesus is our choir for pre-school and kindergarten aged children. The Jr. Jammers meet on Tuesdays from 4:15pm to 4:30pm. Activities include singing, socializing, and experimenting with various instruments. They join the older Jammin' for Jesus group during our 10:00am services to share songs they've learned, and their schedule also follows the school year.
As a certified music teacher in the state of Connecticut, Miss Sarah lead the lessons. There are always a minimum of two adults present. We have keyboard and percussion instruments that the children can utilize. Children are given individually packaged snacks and drinks.
Parish Wide Youth Service
During this liturgy, our children and teens assume all of the traditional roles, including that of the presider. Our next Youth Sunday is June 16th and the parish is very excited!