Sunday School

Children & Youth Formation

Sunday School

Our Sunday School exists to raise children in the Orthodox faith, teaching them Scripture, prayer, Church tradition, and holy living in the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo way.

Our Mission

The purpose of Sunday School is not entertainment, but spiritual formation. We teach children to know God, love the Church, respect holy tradition, and grow in obedience, humility, and prayer.

Ages 4–6

Introduction to prayer, Bible stories, saints, and basic Christian behavior.

  • Simple prayers & songs
  • Bible stories
  • Respect for Church

Ages 7–12

Learning Scripture, the life of Christ, the saints, and Orthodox practices.

  • Old & New Testament
  • Saints & feast days
  • Church discipline

Youth (13–18)

Deepening faith, moral teaching, identity, and responsibility in the Church.

  • Orthodox doctrine
  • Life challenges & faith
  • Service & leadership

What We Teach

Holy Scripture
Old & New Testament stories and lessons.
Orthodox Faith
Creed, sacraments, and Church teaching.
Prayer & Worship
How to pray, respect the liturgy, and love worship.
Saints & History
Lives of saints and Church history.
Christian Morals
Respect, obedience, purity, and love.
Church Traditions
Fasting, feasts, and Orthodox customs.

Class Schedule

Sunday School classes are held every Sunday following Holy Liturgy.

  • Children are dismissed respectfully from the sanctuary.
  • Parents may accompany younger children.
  • Special classes before major feasts as announced.

Teachers

Teachers are trained, faithful members of the Church, serving with blessing from the priest.

Interested in teaching?
Please speak with the priest or Sunday School coordinator.

Message to Parents

Parents are the first teachers of faith. Please encourage prayer at home, respect for the Church, and consistent attendance. Sunday School works best when the family lives the faith together.

Enroll Your Child

We welcome all children of the parish. Please contact us for registration and more information.

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