Mission

The Faith Forward Commission serves as an advisory board to the pastor in shaping and guiding Christian Education for all ages within our congregation. The Chair serves as a facilitator and coordinator, collaborating closely with the Pastor to implement Christian Education for all ages.

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Our Sunday School, Faith Forward Adventures, meets every other Sunday at 9:30 AM. Children will start by joining their families for the worship service, followed by a dedicated Children’s Storytime before heading to the Sunday School classroom. The elected curriculum this year is IllustratedMinistry.

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Core Values

• Lifelong Learning: Foster a love of learning about God’s word and growing in faith from childhood to adulthood.
• Inclusion and Affirmation: Strive to create a welcoming and safe space where everyone feels affirmed in their ability and identity, regardless of age, gender, or sexual orientation.
• Progressive Approach: Aim to present Christian education in a relevant and engaging way for all generations.
• Wholesome Theology: Belief in teaching the core tenets of Christianity to promote love, acceptance, and social responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee curriculum: Work with the pastor to create and manage a comprehensive Christian education curriculum for all ages.
• Lead study sessions: Commission members may occasionally lead study sessions or workshops on various topics related to faith and spirituality.
• Encourage participation: Actively encourage congregation members and visitors to participate in Christian education programs and activities.
• Fundraising: Assist in promoting and raising funds for Christian education initiatives, including the Rev. Dr. George Goebel Scholarship.
• Manage Funds: Work to oversee the HUG Camp Fund, Comstock Fund, and the Rev. Dr. George Goebel Scholarship.
• Supervision: Ensure all commission members and volunteers teaching on behalf of the commission undergo a background check according to the Safe Church Policy.