Sunday School for Children
Whirl Classroom, Sundays, 9-10 a.m. (mid-August through May) is a two-year curriculum that highlights 80 key Bible stories from both the Old and New Testament. Every Whirl Classroom lesson follows a four-part sequence: Welcome, Hear, Respond, and Launch (WHRL!). Each week, leaders WELCOME kids and invite them to warm up with an activity on the front panel of their leaflets. Then kids watch a video with the Whirl Kids. Each video is based on a theme that connects kids to the Bible story and to real-life situations. After watching video, kids HEAR the day's story in their Bibles. Kids RESPOND using their leaflets to see how the Bible story is connected to a broader theme that applies to their own lives. Lastly, kids circle up to review the lesson and pray as they LAUNCH into the world.
Ages 2 to First Grade gather in the Children's Chapel located on the Lower Level.
Grades 2-6 gather in the Tabernacle Room, Craft Room, or Movie Theater on the Upper Level.
Ages 2 to First Grade gather in the Children's Chapel located on the Lower Level.
Grades 2-6 gather in the Tabernacle Room, Craft Room, or Movie Theater on the Upper Level.
Vacation Bible School
“To Mars and Beyond” is the theme for VBS 2019! To Mars and Beyond will help kids discover the wonders of God's universe. They'll become Voyagers on a journey through space, exploring where God's power can take them. Beginning in the church sanctuary-an outpost on Mars-they'll lift off to distant planets on special missions to collect power sources. Along the way, they'll learn how God walked with heroes of the Bible, and that God is always with them, too. Add to the adventure with out-of-this-world fun, learning, and timeless Bible stories that inspire kids to give glory to God, who is able to do far beyond all that we could ask or imagine! Activities will include music, crafts, science, recreation, snacks, and a mission project.
We need volunteers to serve in the following roles: Director Guide, Bible Storyteller, Craft Leader, Science Leader, Music Leader, Assembly Leader, Recreation Leader, and Classroom Helpers. All leaders must submit to a background check. Contact office@nhucc.org to volunteer.
The dates for this year's VBS are TBD. VBS is held in the evenings starting at 5:30 p.m. and concludes at 8:30 p.m. On the Friday of VBS we treat the kids and their parents to a pool party at the New Haven City Pool.
We need volunteers to serve in the following roles: Director Guide, Bible Storyteller, Craft Leader, Science Leader, Music Leader, Assembly Leader, Recreation Leader, and Classroom Helpers. All leaders must submit to a background check. Contact office@nhucc.org to volunteer.
The dates for this year's VBS are TBD. VBS is held in the evenings starting at 5:30 p.m. and concludes at 8:30 p.m. On the Friday of VBS we treat the kids and their parents to a pool party at the New Haven City Pool.
Junior High Youth / Confirmation Class
Junior High Youth meet on Sundays, 9-10 a.m. (mid-August through May)
Re:form is a youth Bible study that helps older students get to know the personalities from the Old and New Testaments. Every Re:form session follows a three-part sequence: Encounter, Engage, and Respond. In each session, youth gather to watch a hilarious animated video, tap their creativity for activities that involve doodling, connecting, and journaling, and then share thoughts and ideas about the session. For those who were baptized as infants, this Junior High class is a prerequisite for the Rite of Confirmation, when they will have an opportunity to affirm their baptisms.
Grades 7-8 gather in the designated Confirmation Room on the Upper Level.
Re:form is a youth Bible study that helps older students get to know the personalities from the Old and New Testaments. Every Re:form session follows a three-part sequence: Encounter, Engage, and Respond. In each session, youth gather to watch a hilarious animated video, tap their creativity for activities that involve doodling, connecting, and journaling, and then share thoughts and ideas about the session. For those who were baptized as infants, this Junior High class is a prerequisite for the Rite of Confirmation, when they will have an opportunity to affirm their baptisms.
Grades 7-8 gather in the designated Confirmation Room on the Upper Level.
Senior High Youth
Senior High Youth meet on Sunday, 9-10 a.m. (Mid-August through May)
Senior High Youth hold a weekly Bible study, which focuses on making connections between our Christian faith and our daily lives. Along with the weekly class, the Senior High Youth organize monthly activities for fellowship, study, and service. Youth Group Sponsors are Pastor David Poe, Megan Poe, and Allen Borcherding. Youth must attend worship on the Sunday when an activity is planned in order to receive financial assistance listed below. Youth members can invite a friend to each event.
January 13, 2019, 11 a.m. Steinberg Ice Skating Rink, St. Louis - Carpool from the church parking lot following the 10 a.m. worship service. Bring money to cover lunch on the way to the ice skating rink.
February 2, 2019, 5 p.m. Italian Dinner - All youth group members are expected to help with this annual fundraiser, which provides the funds we use to help pay for our activities throughout the year.
February 15-17, 2019 Conference Youth Event @Camp Moval - Once information is available we will send out registration information. Male and female chaperones will be needed. The Youth Fund will pay 1/2 the cost per student who attends. Bring spending money for ice cream at DQ as we depart the event.
March 10, 2019, 11 a.m. Paintball at Wacky Warriors - Carpool from the church parking lot following the 10 a.m. worship service. Bring money to cover lunch on the way to Wacky Warriors PLUS $15 (Open Play is $35/person, so Youth Fund will pay remaining expense). You will need a special permission slip from Wacky Warriors signed by a parent or guardian.
April 14, 2019, 11 a.m. Swing Round Fun Town, Fenton - Carpool from the church parking lot following the 10 a.m. worship service. Bring money to cover lunch on the way to Swing Round Fun Town PLUS $10 (Admission is $25.95/person, so Youth Fund will pay remaining expense).
May 12, 2019, Senior Send-Off TBD
Grades 9-12 gather in the designated Youth Room located on the Upper Level.
Senior High Youth hold a weekly Bible study, which focuses on making connections between our Christian faith and our daily lives. Along with the weekly class, the Senior High Youth organize monthly activities for fellowship, study, and service. Youth Group Sponsors are Pastor David Poe, Megan Poe, and Allen Borcherding. Youth must attend worship on the Sunday when an activity is planned in order to receive financial assistance listed below. Youth members can invite a friend to each event.
January 13, 2019, 11 a.m. Steinberg Ice Skating Rink, St. Louis - Carpool from the church parking lot following the 10 a.m. worship service. Bring money to cover lunch on the way to the ice skating rink.
February 2, 2019, 5 p.m. Italian Dinner - All youth group members are expected to help with this annual fundraiser, which provides the funds we use to help pay for our activities throughout the year.
February 15-17, 2019 Conference Youth Event @Camp Moval - Once information is available we will send out registration information. Male and female chaperones will be needed. The Youth Fund will pay 1/2 the cost per student who attends. Bring spending money for ice cream at DQ as we depart the event.
March 10, 2019, 11 a.m. Paintball at Wacky Warriors - Carpool from the church parking lot following the 10 a.m. worship service. Bring money to cover lunch on the way to Wacky Warriors PLUS $15 (Open Play is $35/person, so Youth Fund will pay remaining expense). You will need a special permission slip from Wacky Warriors signed by a parent or guardian.
April 14, 2019, 11 a.m. Swing Round Fun Town, Fenton - Carpool from the church parking lot following the 10 a.m. worship service. Bring money to cover lunch on the way to Swing Round Fun Town PLUS $10 (Admission is $25.95/person, so Youth Fund will pay remaining expense).
May 12, 2019, Senior Send-Off TBD
Grades 9-12 gather in the designated Youth Room located on the Upper Level.
Bible Studies for Adults
Small group Bible studies are offered periodically throughout the year and are often held at local restaurants, people’s homes, or at the church. Each study lasts approximately 4-8 weeks. Topics include book studies, topical studies, and basic introductory courses on the Hebrew Scriptures and the New Testament. We also offer introductory courses on Christianity and the United Church of Christ.
Conferences & Summer Camps (Camp Moval)
Our relationship with the United Church of Christ gives us access to the facilities at Camp Moval, located near Union, Missouri. Each summer hundreds of children and youth participate in their Conferences & Christian camping program. St. Peter's UCC provides scholarships to help offset the cost to families.
Financial assistance is available to help cover part of the cost for children and youth to attend summer church camp. Contact the church office for more information.
Click on the “Learn More” button to open up another window, so you can check out the Camp Moval website and information about camps being offered in 2018.
Financial assistance is available to help cover part of the cost for children and youth to attend summer church camp. Contact the church office for more information.
Click on the “Learn More” button to open up another window, so you can check out the Camp Moval website and information about camps being offered in 2018.