St. Peter’s is blessed by the presence of babies and children in our congregation. Just as we encourage adults to come as they are, we celebrate what it looks like to have young ones in our midst. That means that your children, with all of their curiosity, wiggles, and even fussiness, are welcomed as a part of our community and enfolded in love. Your child brings their own spiritual gifts and perspectives, and they will find a home at St. Peter’s. We believe that often it is our children who help us better recognize and understand how God is present with us, calling us to better love one another. 

We are committed to supporting your child in their life of faith. Children of all ages engage in ministry programs that ground them in the teachings and worship style of The Episcopal Church. However, more than any program or curriculum, there are two central beliefs and goals that guide everything we do for children’s ministry at St. Peter’s: First, that every child knows they are loved by God, exactly as they are, always and no matter what. Second, that church is a place where they can show up as themselves and be loved and safe. 

Family Worship Service

Although St. Peter’s welcomes children at all times, a special service for young children and their families takes place at 9 a.m. every Sunday during the school year. This service nurtures children’s spiritual formation and growth through singing, stories, crafts, and communion. It is a playful, energetic service, led each week by a member of the clergy and our Children’s Ministry Leader on guitar. This is a long-standing service at St. Peter’s, often attracting 30-40 attendees each week. The Family Worship service is held at 9 a.m. in the Parish House at 313 Pine Street.

Family Worship During Epiphany: Our Epiphany theme is “Ready, Set, Shine!” From now until Shrove Sunday, we will marvel at God’s light that shines through love, kindness, and courage. Along with focusing on the Magi, we will spend some time learning about John the Baptist, who helps us understand how God shines God’s light through us. Like the Magi’s brought gifts to the Baby Jesus, we can offer our gifts to help shine God’s light! 

If you’d like to be added to our email list to receive notices about the Family Worship, please sign up for our email newsletter here or contact Associate Rector Rev. Sarah Hedgis-Kligerman at [email protected].

Sunday School

Sunday School for children age 10 and under is held during our 11 AM worship service in the church during the school year. When you arrive to church, please walk your children to the Wiggle Room (accessible through the door to the right of the Reading Desk). Children will still return from Sunday School during the Peace so your family can participate in Holy Eucharist and receive communion together.

Sunday School During Epiphany: Our Epiphany theme will be “God is amazing!” In the church, the Epiphany refers to the star shining in the sky that led the three Magi to the Christ child and revealed that God had done something new and amazing in Jesus. The word epiphany also means a moment or revelation or sudden discovery. An “aha!” moment where you realize something. During Epiphany, we are going to hear five stories about amazing things God has done. Miracle stories that reveal the incredible power of God to provide for people’s needs, protect people from harm, and even bring people back from the dead! All of these stories make us go, “Aha!” or “Wow! God IS amazing!” which is perfect for Epiphany. 

Sunday School is led by an amazing group of volunteers from the congregation who are thrilled to teach and support children on their faith journey. There will always be one teacher and at least one additional adult volunteer, and all Sunday School leaders have completed background checks and training in how to keep children safe. 

 In September 2025, we started using a theologically progressive curriculum from Shine Curriculum called Pathways to Peace. This curriculum is used in conjunction with The Peace Table Bible, an amazing children’s Bible. Pathways to Peace groups stories from the bible around a theme, focused on how we live in peace with God, creation, and one another. 

While children engage in age-appropriate faith formation, parents are free to stay in the sanctuary and listen to the sermon. However, if parents would like to accompany their children, they are most welcome.