Children’s Ministry

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL MINISTRY - SPRING 2025

Sunday Morning Faith Formation (Sunday School)

Holy Week: Jesus’ Last Week on Earth*
March 9 through April 6 from 10:05-10:45 a.m.

Lent is a time of reflection, it can even feel a bit like New Year’s. We look back at what we have done and set goals for what we hope to do moving forward. The key difference however is rooting that reflection in Jesus’ life and death. When we do this, we make changes that help draw us closer to him. That is what we are doing for 5 weeks with our Elementary students, but instead of reflecting on our past year, we are reflecting on Jesus last week on earth: Holy Week. Exploring key events and days like Palm Sunday and Good Friday we will reflect on Jesus’ life and death as we prepare for Easter. From Holy Communion to mural art projects and soccer games, we will find ways to make changes that will help draw us closer to God.

At Abiding Presence, our Sunday morning faith formation follows a workshop model. Kids get to pick an age-appropriate workshop to engage in for the seven week session. Read more about our innovative approach to Sunday School in this article from The Living Lutheran magazine and scroll down the page to read our FAQs.

Registration is LIVE! While pre-registration isn’t required, it helps us out with planning and means you can jump right into the fun when you arrive. Questions, contact Michaela Putnam-Kwon, Children & Family Minister, at michaela@abidingpresence.net.

We hope you’ll join us for all the fun. Here’s a look at what we are offering this winter:

• Holy Communion with Ms. Michaela (Kindergarten-5th Grade)

• The Kindergarten Clubhouse

• Amazing Mural Art (1st-2nd Grade)

• Triumphal Games (1st-2nd Grade)

• Holy Week in Minecraft (3rd-5th Grade)

• A Lenten Mural (3rd-5th Grade Art)

• Gethsemane Games (3rd-5th Grade)

• 6th Grade Hangout

6th Grade at Abiding Presence

Sunday Morning Faith Formation, 10:05-10:45 a.m.
Wednesday Night 6th Grade Hangout, 5:30-6:30 p.m.

6th Grade is an important year for students at Abiding Presence and we are taking advantage of every moment. From Sunday morning to Wednesday night, we are building life-long friendships, having fun, and growing our faith. You can sign-up for all our 6th Grade opportunities here. Questions? Email our Children & Family Minister, Michaela Putnam-Kwon.

PRESCHOOL MINISTRY - SPRING 2025

Sunday Morning Faith Formation (Sunday School)
Resumes March 9 from 10:05-10:45 a.m.

This winter, Ms. Lori, Ms. Christina and Ms. Leslie are back to teach our youngest and brightest in our Preschool Workshop. The class will take place indoors in Classroom 5. All children who turned three prior to January 31, 2025 through pre-K are invited to participate. We can’t wait to learn about Jesus through Bible stories, activities, and play. Registration is open now! You only need to fill out the form once per school year. Questions, contact Michaela Putnam-Kwon at michaela@abidingpresence.net.

ABIDING KIDS MUSIC MINISTRY

Abiding Kids Music (Preschool-2nd Grade AND 3rd-5th Grade)

Tuesdays from 5:30-6:15 p.m.

Sing, Play, Move, and Pray with Ms. Nicole and Dr. Dave on Tuesdays this spring! Abiding Kids Music is back spring 2025 for Preschool-2nd grade students and 3rd-5th grade students. If you have questions or want to know more about the rehearsal schedule, reach out to our Music Minister, Dave Chávez.

KIDS FOOD PANTRY THURSDAYS

Thursdays from 5:30-6:30 p.m. in Bailey Hall

Students of all ages are invited to join Sharon and participate in a service project for the Abiding Presence Food Pantry. On the Thursday before every Abiding Presence Food Pantry, you can come learn about how the food pantry operates, help pray over the produce and the people who are coming, and learn about service as a spiritual discipline. If you have questions or need any accommodations, please reach out to our Children & Family Minister, Michaela Putnam-Kwon. Sign-ups during the summer will be through our Sign-Up Genius here.