Our Christian Education Program

The Christian Education Program at The First Congregational Church, Canton Center, has as its purpose the following:

To lead all members and friends into an increasing knowledge and fellowship with God
To develop in our people personal character which shall be genuinely Christian in our relationships
To develop in our members and friends interest and knowledge regarding the Christian Church’s whole life – past, present, and future – here in Canton Center and elsewhere in the world;
To increase the desire and ability of all to participate in the life and work of this church.

Watch for monthly upcoming events in The Churchmouse Newsletter or log onto www.cantoncenterchurch.org
Church School offering envelopes are available to encourage young stewardship.
Please feel free to express interest in what your child(ren) are learning in worship and class by asking questions of them, teachers, or any members of the Christian Education Committee.

Help maintain wellness among our tots by keeping sick children at home.
Children in Grade 3 and younger must be escorted to and picked up from class by an adult.
Please wait for classes to conclude before picking up your child.
Please supervise your child(ren) at all times when they are not in class.

Nursery: Care for infants and toddlers (under age 3 only) during all worship services.
Church School: Religious education for three-year olds through Grade 8, Sunday mornings, 10:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. (or 11:10 A.M.) mid-September through July.

Grades 2-5 participate in a Workshop Rotation Model. Rotation Model is based on Howard Gardner’s Theory of Multiple Intelligences and teaches the Bible stories through kid-friendly multimedia workshops such as Arts and Crafts, Music and Movement, Storytelling, Drama, Games, Cooking and more.

Pre-school, grades K-1 and 6-8 meet in a traditional style classroom.
Confirmation Class: For ninth graders as preparation for church membership.
Youth Fellowships: Junior Youth (Gr. 6-8) and Senior Youth (Gr. 9-12) Youth Leader: Sarah W. LeGeyt 860-693-4581
Special Programs: Bible Study, holiday celebrations, all-church retreat and adult discussion are some programs offered under various leadership.