Faith Formation for Children and Youth

Welcome to First Church’s Youth and Children’s Programs!

Dear Parents,

Our children are “fearfully and wonderfully made!” They are lively and talented, funny and compassionate and smart.

But where do they nurture their spirits, or their faith? Places and events that nourish our spirits are hard to find. Where can they interact with people who will share the wisdom they’ve gained through years of living, conflict, sorrow — people who welcome them and love them just for who they are?

Sports teach strategy, strength and confidence. Music teaches collaboration and self-confidence. Academics stretch our minds. All of these are good and necessary for the growth of any human being, but they don’t nurture our spiritual life – and that is not their goal.

Where can you stretch your soul? Where can children build inner faith and confidence that will carry them through times of sadness or conflict? What places or programs exist only to nurture the spirit?

At First Church West Hartford, we walk together on our faith journeys, and God’s spirit shines out through prayer and discussion. Here, children are cherished, and parents find an understanding nod and smile.

Sunday School is underway –Parents, you may register your students at the link below, at anytime.

Welcome, Children!

Annie and Cora decorate the Prayground Christmas tree.

Start your Sundays at First Church in the Meeting House/Sanctuary, in the Prayground, or in the pew with your family. After the Message for All Ages, you may follow Ms. Jennifer to church school or remain in the sanctuary during worship.

• Infants and toddlers — Nursery, Room 216 (parents, please inform Jennifer by the Friday before worship if you will require Nursery care)
• PreK – Grade 1 — Room 404. Parents, pick up at 11 a.m. These children are not allowed to leave on their own.
• Grades 2-5 — Room 406.

You may also watch the livestream of the service on the large screen in the church library (beneath the sanctuary), which also has a great toddler area! Join us for coffee afterwards!

New Class for Grade 6 and Up – in Room 407

Michael Protos is leading a new class for junior high and high school students. They will meet twice a month on the 4^thfloor. On weeks when there is no class meeting, students are invited to the PreK-Grade 1 class to assist with reading, crafts, and games. See Michael with questions.

All parents and guardians planning to enroll their children (ages 3-17) in the Sunday School, Confirmation, or Youth programs are asked to register their students online by clicking button above.