Christian Education

Adult Education
Provides adult education on Sunday mornings during the school year at the same time as Sunday School, generally during the 9 a.m. hour A variety of speakers and topics are offered, ranging from interpretation of Scripture passages to presentations on faith-related issues of the day. Short series adult education classes and book studies are held throughout the year at various times and days.

Alpha
A multi-week series that offers dinner, "teaching", and small group discussion. A wonderful preparation for adult baptism, confirmation, or joining the church. Alpha sessions are offered periodically, usually once per year.

Cursillo
A Christian movement whose purpose is to help those in the church understand their individual callings to be Christian leaders.  Parishes in the Diocese of Fond du Lac contribute to a particularly active program of Cursillo retreats and member activities. St. Anne’s parishioners have been particularly active in those efforts.

Youth Groups
Support Christian education and fellowship for youth. Grades 6 - 8 meet Sunday evenings, and Grades 9 - 12 meet Wednesday evenings.

Sunday School
We provide Christian education for children and youth in preschool through high school at 9 a.m. Sunday mornings September through May. The mission of St. Anne’s Children’s Ministries is to help children live out their baptismal covenant by teaching them to be a life-long disciple of Christ, help them grow in their faith, assist them with the grace given to them by God, and teach them practical Bible-based knowledge on which to base their faith. Children are grouped according to grade in school. Each classroom follows an age appropriate curriculum that involves Bible reading, discussion, crafts, and games. Many classes are taught on a “team-teaching” basis, with two teachers sharing the role. Some teachers rotate weeks or divide responsibilities in each class. All teachers are required to undergo a background check and must participate in an abuse-prevention workshop. We also provide training for teachers on an ongoing basis.

Preparation for Holy Communion
The second grade Sunday school class is dedicated to readying the children to make their Holy Communion. After a year of learning about the traditions and prayers that make up a mass, the children make their communion at a special service in May. In the Episcopal tradition, children may begin receiving communion at a younger age. (This choice is, of course, up to the parent or guardian.) If that is the case, the class deepens their understanding and appreciation of this spiritual food.

Preparation for Confirmation
Prepares youth in 8th grade and older for Confirmation. Classes are coordinated with the youth group schedule. Adult confirmation classes are offered on request by contacting the rector.

Vacation Bible School
Provides an exciting, religious, education experience for children in pre-school through 5th grade during the first week in August. The community is welcomed along with parish members.

2011 Vacation Bible School Online Registration

Nursery care
Provides child care for infants and toddlers during the 10 a.m. Mass on Sunday, along with special events.

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