SUNDAY SCHOOL
PURPOSE
Sunday School is one area of our Church where we teach all ages in a one-hour session weekly, about the world God created, how our faith is woven into each area of learning, and how to find purpose and meaning through God's will for our life. This knowledge of God’s Word strengthens our faith and our church, and ultimately our community. As such, we believe Sunday School is integral to a healthy Christian lifestyle. Age-appropriate lessons are designed to ensure spiritual growth & development through the Bible and gives opportunity to engage in discussions through a structured curriculum.
We often incorporate a few other programs within the wider church setting, which can take the form of:
Children for Christ (C4C) - this is held once per month at the same time as our Divine Service (12 noon to 1pm) and is geared at children aged 3-12yrs.
We follow a packed and exciting program where the children learn and worship God in a child focused manner. The sessions are structured to simplify the theme of the main service to prepare the children to engage in worship and ministry with the general congregation by age 13.
Promotion Day Service - held every September and celebrates all the achievements of the students. It is also an opportunity for students to show their talents through drama, singing, music and exhortations
Education Day - a specified Sunday inbuilt within our church’s calendar where professional support is provided to students from primary to tertiary level of education. The general idea is for students to obtain guidance, encouragement, pathway support and other useful information from professional organisations to direct their future.
“Study to shew thyself approved…”
2 Timothy 2:15 (KJV)
EDUCATION
Proverbs 16:16 (KJV) states that it is much better to get wisdom than gold and to get understanding rather to be chosen than silver!
The Education Department is responsible for the planning and implementation of the Christian Education and Faith development for the entire congregation. The team regularly evaluates the educational needs of each department and where appropriate, organises training which will increase the motivation and competence of leaders in order to undertake their tasks effectively, thus making education a vehicle for helping members to develop a more personal relationship with Jesus.
This ministry also supports in the planning and implementation of special programs and events in order to ensure the fulfilment of the church’s mission and vision. It supports in the selection of teaching materials and resources and also serve as liaison with various education committees.
The Department is also responsible for the development and implementation of a comprehensive program of care which includes evangelism, spiritual growth, service opportunities, along with academic and professional skills development, which will nurture and edify the members of the congregation.
