Children's Ministry
Our children’s ministry assists families with children in 5th grade and younger by introducing the children to Jesus Christ, planting the seed of God’s Word into their hearts, modeling the love of Jesus through a team of caring volunteers, and nurturing and shepherding them into a lasting relationship with God.
Weekly options include:
Fall Sunday School
We are focused on supporting every family, every parent, and every child. We want to partner with parents to help nurture their child’s faith. Our team of caring volunteers introduces children 5th grade and younger to Jesus Christ, plants the seed of God’s Word into their hearts, models the love of Jesus, and nurtures and shepherds them into a lasting relationship with God.
Nursery: 8:30 am — 12:30 pm
- 2 months - age 2 — Room 104
Sunday School: 10:15 — 11:10 am
- Age 2 — Room 113
- Age 3 – Kindergarten: Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Level 1
- Grades 1 – 3: Storymakers
- Grades 1 – 3: Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Level 2 (begins Nov)
- Grade 2: Preparation for Communion (register online by Sept 1)
- Grades 4 & 5 girls: Storymakers
- Grades 4 & 5 boys: Storymakers
You may register your child before their first visit to the nursery or Sunday school or register at check-in on Sunday morning.
Preparation for Communion Classes are for children are for children in 2nd grade fall of 2024 (rising third graders may also register). This 8-week course is designed for children to learn more about the sacrament of Holy Communion. Children are invited whether or not they already receive Holy Communion. Using materials and curriculum from the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Level II formation course, this process allows children to have a deeper understanding of the sacrament and grow in their faith.
The 8-week course consists of 7 Sunday morning classes beginning September 8, 10:15-11:05 am, in room L17, a Saturday morning retreat at St. John the Divine ending in the Renewal of Baptismal Vows service in the Chapel on October 26, 9 am-12:30 pm, and The Celebration of Holy Communion on Sunday, October 27, at the 11:15 am service in the church with a reception to follow in Sumners Hall.
Please register by September 1.
If you have any questions or would like to discuss Preparation for Communion, please email ReBecca Alcala, director of children's ministries.
Children's Ministry Staff
Fr. Neal has been a priest for nearly six years and loves serving young adults and young families. He is married to Jennifer, and together they have two young children. When not doing churchy stuff he enjoys being outside, reading long Russian novels, listening to obscure music, and watching British mysteries with Jennifer.
Luci is from Sao Paulo, Brazil, and came to the United States as a nanny. She got her Associate in Teaching here in Houston and started working at SJD in 2006 as a Nursery Worker. She became the Nursery and Preschool Associate in 2018. She loves working with children because she believes they are angels sent by God to bring joy to our lives!
St. John the Divine has been a second home to ReBecca and her family. She has been blessed to have her four children baptized and confirmed in this parish. More importantly, they are all active members of this amazing community.
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