Children & Youth Ministries Weekly Update
 

Celebrating Confirmation

WOW! Confirmation Sunday was such a beautiful day to celebrate and thank God for the work He has done within these students' lives. We got to confirm, anoint, baptize, and welcome these students into their adult faith. A celebration with Heaven it was!! When I look back on Sunday morning I feel humbled and honored that I get to know your students. Thank you to the families and the youth leaders that helped us Sunday. 


Lydia Fitzpatrick

Youth Director

Back row: Abram Votrobeck, Max Mathena, Kaitlin Zeamer, David Grice, Grace Carolus, Samantha Willson


Front row: Tyler Stimmel, Kaitlyn Durbin, Kennedy Phelan, Stella Mathena, Lyla Endreson, Clara Overton

Students attended eight weeks of Confirmation training and each wrote a Statements of Faith, discussing their beliefs and declaring their personal decision to follow Jesus.
 

Inclement Weather May Be Around the Corner

If we determine that the worship services are canceled due to winter weather conditions, we will update the homepage of the church website with a special announcement. We will also send out a push notification to our mobile app users and an email to those receiving the Columbia Weekly. All decisions will be made with safety in mind, and with as much notice as possible.
 

Lenten Devotional Submissions Wanted

All ages are invited to contribute to the CPC 2024 Lenten Prayer Devotional. Contributions should be prayerfully inspired and centered on the chosen scripture. You might write a prayer, a poem, or include a personal, relevant experience.  You could also submit a digital file of a drawing, photo, painting or other piece of artwork. There is no word limit or minimum. Last year we had contributions by children, youth and adults! 

 

Click here to see the daily scripture chosen for this year’s devotional. You can sign up for a day and corresponding verse on the online form, or in person on Sunday. All contributions are due by January 29 to ensure enough time for editing and printing of the completed devotional booklets. Please email Viva Dennis with your submission. We pray each contribution is led by the Spirit and designed to bring us closer to each other and to Him during this sacred season of Lent.
 

Announcements

First Communion Class

On January 21 we will offer a Communion Class led by Pastor Matt Overton and Tifny Mathena. This class is for any child (or adult!) that feels ready to partake in this sacrament and would like to have a greater understanding of what exactly communion is and why the sacrament matters! Snacks will be served, and parents are encouraged to attend! Register here.

Children's Choir Worship Schedule

Does your child love to sing? Are they in grades 2-5? Consider joining the Children's Choir!



  • February 4 - Sing in Worship at 9:00AM Service
  • March 3 - Sing in Worship at 9:00AM Service
  • March 24 - Sing in Worship at 9:00AM Service - Palm Sunday
  • April 3 - No Rehearsal - Spring Break
  • May 5 - Sing in Worship at 9:00AM Service

Photos and Photographers Wanted

Did you take any photos during the Christmas Eve services? If so we'd love to see them! We are also looking for photographers who would like to volunteer their skill to some of our upcoming church events. Whether you've taken photos or would be interested in taking them in the future, please contact Katie Mrochko.

Work Camp Auction Donations Needed

Last year’s Work Camp Auction was held in the church Fellowship Hall and Gym – and it was a huge success! We are very excited for the Auction to return to CPC on March 17, 2024, but for now we need your donations! Popular donations include: the use of vacation homes, unique experiences, gift cards or items purchased from local businesses, the donation of your unique talents and skills. Please complete a donation slip when you turn in your item(s) – they can be found on the Youth page of the website, in the church office and at the Welcome Center. Donations should be dropped off at the church office. Please no “rummage sale” items – donations should be new or like-new condition. If in doubt, please contact Amanda Stimmel regarding your donation. 
 

What are your kids learning?

K2 Live

Wednesdays, 6:00-8:00PM


Kids continue to learn through the shenanigans of Scoop and Snapper as they travel to Israel. The theme for this unit is Obedience and we are learning all about how we want to obey God because we love Him. The Life Verse is "If you love me, you will obey what I command." John 14:15

Children's Sunday School

Sundays, 9:00AM


Pre-K & Kindergarten

Our youngest are learning about how Jesus is God's Son!


1st-5th Grades

Discussed the Visit from the Wise Men and how these visitors were able to see the baby Jesus for who truly is…The King and Messiah. (Matthew 2:1-12). Students joined their families to witness Confirmation and be a part of the Communion meal.
 

Weekly Programs

Wednesdays


Children's Choir

5:00-5:30PM, Chapel

Grades: 2nd-5th Grade


K2 Live

6:00-8:00PM, Chapel

Grades: 3rd-5th Grade


Middle School Youth Group

6:00-8:00PM

Drop Off: Youth Center, Pick Up: Main Church Building

Grades: 6th-8th Grade


Sundays


Children's Sunday School

9:00AM, Education Wing

Grades: Pre-K through 5th Grade


Youth Sunday School

9:00AM, LL6

Grades: 6th-12th Grade


High School Youth Group

6:00-8:00PM, Youth Center

Grades: 9th-12th Grade


 

For Your Calendar


January


1.14 - Youth Sunday School Begins

1.19 - Middle School Night of Unending Games

1.21 - First Communion Class

1.24 - MOPS



February


2.2-4 - Columbia Faith and Life Conference

2.7 - K2 Valentine's Party & Youth Family Game Night

2.11 - No High School Youth Group (Superbowl)

2.11 - Columbia Presbyterian Annual Meeting

2.14 - Ash Wednesday Service at 6:00PM

2.16-19 - High School Ski Retreat

2.28 - MOPS
 

Preschool, Children & Youth Staff

Tifny Mathena, Children and Intergenerational Ministry Director

tifny@columbiapresbyterian.org


Anna Haagenson, Director of K2 Live and Children's Music

anna@columbiapresbyterian.org


Lydia Fitzpatrick, Youth Director

lydia@columbiapresbyterian.org


Viva Dennis, Children's Ministry Administrative Assistant

viva@columbiapresbyterian.org


Katie Mrochko, Youth Ministry Administrative Assistant

katie@columbiapresbyterian.org


Lindsey Wright, Childcare Coordinator

lindsey@columbiapresbyterian.org


Sharon Wallenborn, Circle of Friends Preschool Director

sharonw@columbiapresbyterian.org

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