Children & Families

Kids spend time together in the summer, too, in the air-conditioning of the bowling alley!

Children's Sunday School begins Sept. 12, 9 a.m.

During the academic year, children and families are invited to participate in Sunday school as Saint Mary’s seeks to make a relationship with Christ real and tangible for our children. Through our teachings, we invite the children to develop a solid foundation of Biblical knowledge while encouraging them to share in our parish mission statement: “FAITH. FAMILY. FRIENDS”

Nursery Facilities (currently not available)
St. Mary’s has a strong commitment to families on Sunday. Our nursery is available during Adult Bible Study and the 10 a.m. worship service. That is, it is open from 9 a.m. to the conclusion of the 10 a.m. service at approximately 11:15 a.m. We have facilities for all ages from babies to primary school.

Our nursery is in the main church building. When you walk into the church building, follow the hall on the right side of the sanctuary to the nursery. One of our greeters or ushers will help you find it.

Our care providers all have safeguarding training, and are experienced with all ages of children. They will be happy to answer any questions.

Sunday School
(K5 – Grade 5)
We have an active and lively Sunday school program. Saint Mary’s parents volunteer to assist our children in learning Bible lessons through arts & crafts, games, music, and videos which together make for a fun learning environment.

Youth Program (Grades 6 – 12)
Saint Mary’s Youth Ministry is programming for grades six through twelve. SMY’s direct focus is to assist parents’ efforts to prepare our young people for the challenges presented growing up in today’s society. SMY normally meets on second and fourth Sundays in the “Youth Room”.

Acolyte Corps
Our acolyte teams, comprised of youth in grades 3-12, serve Sunday at the 10 a.m. service and at Holy Day services throughout the year.

Saint Mary’s Episcopal Day School
Saint Mary’s Episcopal Day School is a ministry of Saint Mary’s Episcopal Church and was founded in 1953 by a rector and a dedicated group of parents who saw the need for a church-affiliated school with a strong academic environment. Emphasis is placed on attracting top-level faculty members who combined their teaching skills with a desire to offer individualized attention to each student. Learn more about Saint Mary’s Episcopal Day School at their homepage ttps://www.smeds.org/

June 6, 2021, Confirmation at St. Thomas Chapel, Dayspring: Hope Nellis, Kathryn McAteer, Wyatt Mayfield, Bishop Dabney Smith, Ellen Russell, Gianna Williams, Fr. Eric Kahl (retired).

Outside fun, too! Pool party at the Wiebeck's.

Popcorn theology: Watching "Pete's Dragon" and discussion how sad life would be if we only believed in things we can see!

Children & Families

Sunday School fun to celebrate the end of summer: a game of Steal the Bacon!