Children & Family Ministry
Nursery to 5th Grade
What it’s all about…
Sunday School
The Sunday School program is open to all those in 5th grade and younger. Members and non-members, friends of the church or just a guest for a Sunday... all are welcome to join us as we grow in faith and learn about Jesus. Sunday School is every Sunday morning from 9:45-10:45 am, between Labor Day and Memorial Day. We meet upstairs in the large Sunday School room in the youth wing. Contact the church office for more details.
Sunday School Schedule
September
September 7- Kick-off Sunday!- Service project
September 14- Creation
September 21- Adam and Eve
September 28- Tower of Babel
October
October 5- Noah’s Ark
October 12- Abraham and Sarah
October 19- Jacob and Esau
October 26- Jacob
November
November 2- Joseph
November 9- Baby Moses
November 16- Birth of Jesus
November 23- THANKSGIVING BREAK- no class
November 30- Christmas Program practice
December
December 7- Christmas Program practice
December 14- Christmas Program practice
December 21- Children’s Christmas program, 11am
December 28-CHRISTMAS BREAK- no class
January
January 4- Burning Bush and Out of Egypt
January 11- Ten Commandments
January 18- Walls of Jericho
January 25- Naomi and Ruth
February
February 1- Hannah and Samuel
February 8- David is Chosen
February 15- David and Goliath
February 22- Solomon and the Temple
March
March 1- Elijah and the Widow
March 8- SPRING BREAK- no class
March 15- SPRING BREAK- no class
March 22- Holy Week/Easter
March 29- EASTER EGG HUNT- no class
April
April 5- EASTER SUNDAY- no class
April 12- Esther
April 19- Firey Furnace
April 26- Daniel
May
May 3- Jonah
May 10- Mothers in the Bible
May 17- End of Year Party
May 24- MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND- no class
May 31- Off for the summer!
June-July-August
No class…off for the summer!
Fellowship Activities
Each month the Children and Family team plans a fun, fellowship event outside of worship and Sunday School for kids of all ages to enjoy. From rollerskating to strawberry picking to a day at the beach… we certainly know fun when we see it! Be sure to check out the events page for more information on upcoming outings.
Fireside Fellowship
September 14, October 12, November 9, December 14, January 11, February 1, March 8, April 12, May 10
Join us for an evening of singing, stories, and prayer as we gather around the fire pit; followed by games and s’mores for the whole family. Every second Sunday, 6-8pm, September-May.
Oktoberfest
October 19, 5:30-8pm
The polka band will begin at 5:30 pm, and the food will be served at 6:00 pm. There will be a moonwalk for the kids. Fun and fellowship is on the menu for this annual tradition!
Thanksgiving Dinner
November 16, 6-8pm
Join us for a Thanksgiving feast for the entire family as we gather for fellowship and offer our thanks to God for his many blessings. Cost- free will offering
Lutherhill Advent Retreat
December 5-7; for 1st-6th graders
Christmas is coming! Let’s get ready. Advent is the sacred time in our church year that helps us prepare for Jesus to be born into our world, again. At this mini-retreat, campers gather for an action-packed 24 hours at the Hill. We’ll get ready for Christmas as we explore the story of Jesus’ birth. Cost- $75/camper
Christmas Open House
December 7, 3-5pm
Members and friends of House of Prayer are invited to a Christmas Open House at the Youngdahl home, from 3-5 pm. Enjoy good conversation and delicious Christmas treats!
Children’s Christmas Program
December 21, 11am
You won’t want to miss our House of Prayer youth as they bring the Christmas story in a most unique way… that only they can do! We are looking for youth of all ages to help us tell the story of the birth of Jesus!
Easter Egg Hunt
March 29, 9:45am
Bring your Easter basket with you to church, and get ready to search for eggs that are filled with delicious candy!
Picnic on the Patio
May 3, 6-8pm
Come and enjoy a good, old fashioned church picnic out on our patio, featuring a moonwalk and LIVE music!
Kid Groups
Nursery to Pre-K (0-4 Years)
This is where it all begins! From baptisms to nursery service to the Kid’s Club during worship, we love having our youngest friends present at House of Prayer.
Elementary (K-5th grade)
Our Sunday School program is tailored especially for this age group, as they learn the stories of the Bible while creating new and lasting friendships. No need to be a member to attend… all are welcome!
Your First Visit!
From the moment you walk into House of Prayer, you will notice lots of friendly faces eager to help you along.
Your first stop will be the welcome desk in the entry. There, a volunteer will help you locate the important locations within our church and answer any lingering questions you might have in regards to your visit.
Next, you will want to head up the stairs or take the elevator to the second floor, where our Sunday school instructors will be eagerly waiting to greet you and make you feel welcomed and at home. Get ready to make some amazing new friends!
Have a Question?
What time is Sunday School, and where do I go?
Sunday School is on Sunday mornings from 9:45-10:45 am, from September through May. We meet upstairs on the second floor in room 210.
Do I need to be a member of the church to attend?
All are welcome to be a part of our Sunday School program. You can be a church member, a friend of a member, a friend of a friend, or a newcomer… we want to invite you to join us in our faith journey.
Do you have classes for those children in Pre-K?
Yes, we do have a separate class for those who are in Pre-K and younger. This group meets in room 211.
Are there separate classes for each grade level?
We all meet together in a large group, then separate into smaller working groups throughout the class time. If you have an older or younger sibling that you would like to hang with, we certainly encourage you to do so!
Do I need to commit to coming every week in order to participate in Sunday School?
Each week a new lesson is taught that is meant to be a stand-alone experience. While we would love to have you come each week, there certainly is no requirement to do so.
Is the Kid’s Club open during the Sunday School hour?
In addition to providing Kid’s Club & nursery during the two worship services, we also are ready and willing to accommodate your littlest ones during the Sunday School hour.
Talk to a Leader.
Meet Mark!
Mark Dellagiacoma is our Director of Youth and Family Ministries and has been serving in youth ministry for over 20 years. He is very passionate about meeting youth where they are at, and helping them to discover God in all that they do.
Mark plays guitar and loves teaching others how to play. In his spare time, he likes to repair and repurpose antiques, shop at thrift stores and estate sales, and do other outdoor activities with his daughter Marley (8th Grade).
Meet Elaine
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Elaine Simonds is our Sunday School coordinator, as she utilized the skills and gifts from her calling as a teacher to help House of Prayer kids to learn more about Jesus. Elaine grew up at House of Prayer, and she and her husband Richard have four kids involved in our youth programs… Izabelle, Audrey, Isaac, and Amanda.
Meet Jennifer!
Jennifer Townsend was confirmed at House of Prayer, graduated from Sam Rayburn High School, and lives in Pasadena. She has worked in daycare for many years, and currently works daily as a preschool teacher. At school, she does a "little bit of everything." She loves children and looks forward to participating in Sunday School, too!