Christian Education

Faith Formation

Learn Serve and Unite

At Good Shepherd UCC, we are delighted to offer a very active, meaningful and fun Christian Education Program. Our Sunday School and other events offer a year round supply of meaningful experiences to enhance your Faith Journey.

Our Youth and Adult Bible Study hours are offered each Sunday Morning at 9:00 am. Our new Sunday School year begins each September and lasts through the month of May. We currently offer four age appropriate class rooms…..Three Youth and One Adult. All Classes are packed with interesting discussion, dvd animation, games, and crafts.

Faith Formation is the very mission of God’s church. At GSUCC we unite each week prior to the worship hour, praying that we may grow and equip one another as followers of Jesus Christ. That is what “Sunday School” is all about!

At GSUCC we believe that we all have an individual faith journey so unique and so personal. And if you ask our Sunday School Children, they will tell you how God Made Each of Us Special. There is always something new to learn and understand. Even for us who volunteer to lead. Grow with us, as our journey is one which takes a lifetime.

Sharing God’s Love through Our Hands ….. Spiritual Practice. At GSUCC, we believe that Christian Education is not just one hour of Sunday School, but rather a small important piece of our growth in Faith. Studying the Bible and pursuing God’s plan for our lives.

We serve with all our hearts in many ways through the year: Living – Learning – Being Disciples of Jesus

The Youth Ministry of GSUCC has now grown to include a larger demographic of Tweens. This has been a welcomed change. Our Youth and Confirmands have remained very active while they continue to explore how to share God’s Love within their community. Within their church, and with the friends they have made. This year we offered our very first Youth Camp for our Confirmand’s, and our very first Youth Lock in/Sleep Over at the church. And did I mention our day trip to The Works! That was such a great time. Followers of Christ, Friendship, Faith and Fun ….. now that’s a mouthful!!

Welcome to our Kinder Class the Sunday School ages of 4 years to 6 years. These children are invited to classes that illustrate God’s love with puppets and music and crafts. We Always Enjoy and Invite the fun with our Elementary Sunday School Class. God’s lessons and Youth activities are offered for children from ages 7 to 10 years. This Class is very hands on, and active!

Vacation Bible School is held every July at GSUCC and offers a new theme. Last year we had SO much fun during Shipwrecked 2018! Make sure to check out this years adventure …. information coming soon! Our Leaders place SO much into this week for your child, I promise this is something that you and your child will not want to miss !

A Note to Our Teachers

Our Teachers … I am so grateful to all of you! From those who have taught for many years, to those who just began…you ARE the foundation of our Christian Ed program. Thank you for all of your love, your talents and dedication. Mark and Courtney Shober, Tim and Dawn Antosy, Shannon Gilbert, Linda Lebron, Natalie Rohrbach, Alex and Andy Greb , Raymond Smith, Carolann Seifreit, Karen Knouse, Joyce Maurer, Pastor Janet Boyd, Diane Dudek, David Hauk, Mary Hummel, Bill Bandholz, Stu Degler.

Safety …Please be assured that all of our volunteers have their Pa State Law Clearances and abide by our Safe Church Policy. We at Good Shepherd UCC are honored to share in the love of Christ with all of you. We want all of our families to feel comforted in knowing that we honor the time, trust and memories built through these moments.

We have a busy year planned and there is a spot open just for you! What a wonderful way to start your Sunday. Visit us, Share with us …. All are Welcome.

Diane Smith
Christian Education Director