Faith Formation

Book Study Group

This group reads, discuss and explore books together in order to broaden our perspectives on a variety of topics, including theology and faith, through books.  We are currently reading a book which is non-fiction and related to understanding faith and living as a faith seeker in a difficult world. The group selects books together, so the selections may vary over time. The mission of this gathering is to explore faith, create community and enrich our thinking through the study of texts and talk.

We meet Tuesdays at 7PM online with zoom and reading the book is not a requirement!

Every heart has a page to turn and a story to tell, so come join in.  Contact Pastor Beth or Shelby Grondin-Bushe if you need more information.

Sunday Adventures for Kids

We provide nursery care for those who need it. Our Nursery is in the upper room of the Parish Hall and any usher would happily help you find the space or a caregiver.

All ages, even the ones who like to babble along in song or cry in solidarity with the adults, are more than welcome. We have a sanctuary full of grandparents who would be happy to assist so that families might worship together, if you like.

We have faith formation and exploration programs for our children from preschool to 8th grade.

All are encouraged to stay and participate in worship. We have an engagement center with books and quiet toys in the corner of our sanctuary and many of the children like to hang out there during the service. Praying and singing and learning from the adults are all things we welcome from the kids. Following the Message for All God’s Children, kids are invited to follow our Sunday school Ministry leaders to the Fellowship Hall for age appropriate faith engagement and fun. We create opportunities for the children to participate in communion and invite them to lead in worship as they feel comfortable and ready. We are welcoming and inviting of ALL children and we believe that nothing should hinder someone from coming to worship God here at FCCE. We are constantly striving to be a place of welcome for all abilities and intentionally and joyfully invite neuro-diverse students to come and be a part of our community.

If you are looking for more information, would like to be a faith formation leader or enroll a child in the program, please contact Ministry Coordinator, Lisa Marshall or Director of Christian Education, Lydia Hoffman.