Children & Youth

We believe that children should be seen and heard. If there is something that an adult is doing at St. Timothy’s, you can bet we have a child doing the same thing. Our children read, usher, acolyte, serve, and lead the church. You can see in their faces that they know they are valued, appreciated, and belong here in this community. Read on to learn more about our regular offerings.

Jesus said, ‘Let the little children come to me, and do not stop them; for it is to such as these that the kingdom of heaven belongs.’ Matthew 19:14

All children and youth need to have a Universal Permission Form on file to participate in any St. Timothy's event.

Questions? Contact Martha Whitesides, Director of Christian Formation [email protected].

Key Offerings

Families First (all ages)

First Sunday of the Month

All ages formation (9-10am) and worship (10:15-11:15am). All are welcome to join in to this cross generational morning of learning, fellowship, and worship. Activities in formation are designed for group collaboration. Worship is led especially by young people and is a shorter version of the Episcopal liturgy of Holy Eucharist, including a children's homily. No nursery is offered on this Sunday to encourage whole families to worship together.

Episcopal Youth Community (6th-12th grades)

Second and Fourth Sundays

5-6:30pm

Episcopal Youth Community (EYC) is a safe space for middle and high school students to explore, create, and learn together in a meaningful faith community. We will gather in the Multi Purpose Building from 5-6pm, and transition to the Parish Hall for dinner 6-6:30pm.

Sundays during worship

Nursery: staffed by two caring providers, the nursery is open 9:45-11:45am on Sunday mornings for children ages 3mos - 3 years. Learn more through the button on the right.

Pew bags: a tool (for all ages!) to engage further into our worship liturgy, found as you enter the church hanging on wooden posts

JJ’s rug: named in honor of Rev. John’s grandmother, who made the rug, this area is open for little ones and their parents who might need some space in the service, though know a joyful noise is welcome in any part of the church! The blue and white rug will be set up in the Narthex with a few play items and books. Parents, please stay with your children in this space... the sound from the service is on in that room!

CHIPS: children’s homily in place of sermon, younger children are invited to the Meeting Room during the sermon and prayers for a story and activity, and will return to the church at the Peace. Parents are welcome to join or can stay to listen to the sermon. This is designed for children ages 4-9.

Acolytes: assisting in leading the worship service through the processional, offering, and more. Generally this opportunity is available starting in the 4th grade, contact Susan Holmes or the church office [email protected] for more information.