Children's Ministry
Vacation Bible School is coming!
We’re excited to announce our Vacation Bible School (VBS) Olympics, where kids will embark on an unforgettable journey of faith, fun, and friendly competition!
Dates: July 7, July 14, July 21, July 28 and August 4
Time: 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Location: St. Jude’s Episcopal Church, 200 Partin Drive N., Niceville, FL 32578
At the VBS Olympics, children will engage in exciting activities that combine the spirit of sportsmanship with the teachings of the Bible. From relay races to team challenges, there's something for everyone to enjoy and learn from.
While kids are attending VBS, their parents are welcome to worship with us for our 10:30 -11:30 a.m. Sunday service.
No reservations required and it is not necessary to attend all five Sunday sessions. Just come on down and bring a friend!
Stay connected with St. Jude's Children's Ministry on Remind!
Download the free Remind app to connect with the St. Jude’s Children Ministry. You simply text it to 81010 with the message: @stjudeschi.
Or, you can simply type https://www.remind.com/join/stjudesyouchi in your phone’s internet browser to receive information about upcoming children's programs/activities.
Events are being planned around Easter, Mother's Day, and VBS. We would love for you and your children to be a part of all the fun activities happening at St. Jude's.
Sunday School teachers and helpers always needed!
Sunday School will start up again around the same time school does - and it's never to early to think about lending your time and talent!
Preschool through Elementary school age kids are welcome to St. Jude's Sunday School! Join new friends for fun and age-appropriate lessons every Sunday during the 10:30 a.m. service. Children will re-join their families in the Sanctuary during the passing of the peace so they can participate in communion. Children must be potty-trained to attend Sunday School. Of course, the nursery is also available during both services for littler ones.
Interested in volunteering to help with Sunday School? A teacher and volunteer observer are needed for each classroom every week. An online "safe church" training class is required. Please talk to one of the members of the Children and Youth Ministry team or one of the adults in the Sunday School classrooms for more information.
Youth News
Vacation Bible School coming soon:
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We are planning Vacation Bible School at St. Jude’s during the summer and would love for you and your children to participate in all the activities. Volunteers will be needed to help with VBS; interested parties should contact Stacy or Samantha. Youth are welcome to help!
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Coming up:
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June 23 - Youth Group meets after the 10:30 service in the youth room.
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July 13 - Youth activity: Bowling!
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July 28 - Youth Group meets after the 10:30 service in the youth room.
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August 11th: Blessing of the Backpacks- Youth Led Service
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Keep in touch:
Download the free Remind app or text 81010 to be connected with St. Jude’s Youth Ministry. Text 81010 with the message @stjudesyou or type https://www.remind.com/join/stjudesyou in your phone’s internet browser to receive information about upcoming youth events.
Safeguarding God's Children
St. Jude's Episcopal Church is committed to ensuring it provides a safe and caring environment.
We aim to create safe environments within which our welcome to all is matched by proper and effective safeguards.
Having employees and volunteers well-trained in abuse prevention is essential in creating a safe environment for everyone.
More information about the required training can also be found on the Diocese website at www.diocgc.org.
The Diocese of the Central Gulf Coast requires everyone who works with children and youth to take online Safe Church / Safe Communities training.
St. Jude's also maintains a policy of two-person integrity in all situations involving children and youth.
Interested in our annual events handbook for children and youth? Access it here
