Sunday School, Youth & Family Programs 

We welcome everyone! 
If you are looking for a church that is grounded in the traditions of Christianity, and encourages friends and members to think for themselves, then we believe you’ll find a home at the First Congregational Church of Falmouth.

 We welcome all who want to thank God, as well as those who have doubts or questions.  We welcome people of all ages and  family configurations

 Sunday School Basics

Nursery/Pre-K/Kindergarten

Grades 1 through 6 – Workshop Rotation Model Curriculum

Teen Program (Grades 7-12)

Confirmation (Grade 9)

Sunday School Calendar

Music, Youth & Family Programs

For Moms…

Youth and Family Events

Christian Education Goals

 Our primary goal is for each child to learn the basics of Christian belief in order to influence decision-making and daily life from childhood into adulthood.

The Christian Education Program seeks to motivate children to faith, not through fear, but through love.  Emphasis is placed on God’s love, forgiveness and support in difficult times, so that children understand they are precious to God – even when they have made mistakes.  Our program teaches that Christians are responsible for their actions, and that they should strive to live by Christ’s teachings.

 Sunday School Basics

Sunday School Photo Gallery

Click on the topic below to see photos of our Rotation Program Workshops
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Cooking Workshop

 When

Sunday School begins on “Rally Day” (September 9, 2012) and runs through “Children’s Day" (May 19, 2012).  Classes meet on Sunday mornings at 10:00 during Worship Service.  New families are welcome to start at any time throughout the year.

 *Sunday School is not held during Falmouth Public School vacation weeks or on holiday weekends such as Columbus Day, Thanksgiving,  Martin Luther King Day and Memorial Day.  Additionally, Sunday School is not offered during the summer months, however child care for infants through Grade 2 is available every Sunday during worship service.

 Where

Students in grades 1 – 12 go to Worship with their parents for the first part of the service.  On leaving the Sanctuary, the children meet their teachers in the Lower Lobby and then proceed to their classrooms.

 Who

All children are welcome, including guests.  New families are welcome to start at any time throughout the year.

 What

The Workshop Rotation Model Sunday School program (for grades 1 – 6) teaches a single Bible story or concept, in-depth, over a 4 to 6 week period through child-friendly multimedia workshops such as:

Children are grouped according to grade. Each week the classes “rotate” to a different workshop.

 Rotation themes for the 2021/2013 school year include:

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 Nursery/Pre-K/Kindergarten

Children are welcomed in their classroom at 9:45 AM and will come together to learn prayers, read simple Bible stories and engage in spirited discussions.  Art projects, songs and sign language are incorporated into the lesson each week.  Games, such as musical chairs, concentration and follow-the-leader reinforce the curriculum, creating a lively learning atmosphere.

 Grades 1 – 6 (Workshop Rotation Model Curriculum)

 Elementary  students focus on a single Bible concept over a 4 – 6 week period and “rotate” through a series of workshops including Art, Movies, Cooking, Games and Computers.  This program is designed so that children are inspired and have fun while engaging in an interactive exploration of their faith.

Teen Program  (Grades 7 -12)

 Students begin in worship and leave with the Sunday School to meet in the Teen Room, with Dan Silver, for lively spiritual and youth related discussions. Activities include breakfast gatherings, service projects, fundraisers, pizza parties and interfaith programs

 Confirmation (Grade 9)

 Ninth grade students meet weekly with their Confirmation leader during the Sunday worship hour in preparation for Confirmation in June.

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Sunday School Calendar
September, 2012 - June, 2013

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  * Childcare is available every Sunday for infants through Grade 2

 The Teen Program meets every Sunday when Sunday School is in session

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 Music, Youth & Family Programs

Children of the Lord Choir (Grades 1 – 4):

Meets Sunday immediately following worship service.

Flute Choir(Grades 4 – adult):

Children and adults perform trio and quartet pieces for flute.  Practice dates to be announced.

Junior Deacons:

Young people are eligible to serve after completing Confirmation. 

Rev. Nan Geertz Scholarship Award:

Sponsored by the Women’s Union, this award is provided, on a merit basis,  to a graduating senior high school student who has completed Confirmation and has met additional service requirements.