Sep 10
30
Children’s Service Begins in October
The first of our monthly Children’s Service begins this month. What a Children’s Service entails is, basically, as much children involvement as possible. We will be seeking out children to do the readings, lead the prayers of the people, be oblationers (those who bring up the bread and wine), take up the collection, and so on. The sermon will be a children’s sermon and the celebration of the Eucharist will happen at the foot of the chancel steps (steps in front of the altar) with a children’s version of the Eucharistic prayer. The Children will be invited to come sit with me around the table and I will have a short explanation about the bread and the wine. We will have this time videoed and put up on the screen so that all can see what is happening.
Concerning this kind of service I prepare myself for liturgical chaos! One never quite knows how this will go. So bring a spirit of joy and grace as we let our children probe and experience our Christian Mysteries.
It is a good time to invite someone you know who has children that might be looking for a church home. We will try and incorporate any willing child. Also, grandparents whether they are members or not, love to come watch and listen to their grandchildren.
Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.” Matthew 19:14
At the moment the Children’s Service will be at the 10:00 service but not at the 5:30. Presently, there are not enough children to be able to do this service.
See you Sunday, Matt+
