The nursery is led by a trained and background checked adult. They are usually aided by a teenage volunteer. Parents are asked to sign their children in with names, ages, contact information, and allergies. The nursery is filled with age-appropriate toys, a private bathroom, changing table, crafts, sensory bin, snacks, and more!
This wonder-based curriculum teaches the Bible through collective story time that incorporates props and interactive moments. Curiosity and space for questions, digging deeper, and being open are integral. Along with the story are crafts, games, and fellowship time. This class is taught by a Godly Play specialist, aided by additional qualified teaching volunteers, parents, and teen helpers.
Kid’s Club is based off a curriculum entirely designed by a group of Our Savior’s Staff and Volunteers. The goal of this program is to be inclusive of all learning styles, personalities, backgrounds, places in faith journeys, and more. Acceptance is key! Core concepts of wonder and simplicity are taken from the younger class and developed with thoughtful projects, games, bible literacy activities, and, when appropriate, discussions. Multi-media and hands on options are utilized as much as possible. There are also opportunities to simply be in the presence of others with a fidget table, books, coloring sheets, and more. This class is led by a rotating group of qualified volunteers, giving the youth chances to learn from and alongside a variety of voices that they can look up to.
This program is open for youth whose guardians want to participate in Adult Learning, Family Focus Group, Fellowship Hour, or more. During that time there will be adults supervising themed craft projects in the alcove of the church, many of which can be taken home or, if the child chooses, displayed around the Church. Children that want to join can come for however little or long fits their family schedule on that day.
This class is for 6th Grade students transitioning out of Kid’s Club and preparing for Confirmation Classes. It is taught on Sunday mornings and focuses on learning the Bible - how to read it, questions to ask, where to apply lessons, and so much more.
Confirmation class is a chance for students to learn more about what it means to be a Lutheran in an in-depth and personal way. Topics covered include the Ten Commandments, History of the Church, Luther and the Reformation, The Lord’s Prayer, The Apostle’s Creed, and many more. Students participate in a rotating two-year program culminating in a Creed Project and being confirmed on the Reformation Sunday of their second year. Sermon notes, meeting with mentors, visiting other places of worship, volunteering within the church, and retreats are also components.
(Nearly) every Wednesday from 7-8:30pm, Flames and Games is a time for youth 6th-12th grade to come together to play, catch up, be silly, and check in on one another. There is a bible theme, prayer, and as the name says lots of games. This inclusive and accepting evening is a wonderful way to learn about other youth in the OSLC community in an informal way- friends and newcomers are always welcome!
The Safe Haven policy was adopted by the OSLC Council in May 2013.
EveryOne is welcome into ministry at Our Savior’s. Safe Haven is our congregation’s policy for volunteers and staff working with children, youth and vulnerable adults. Safe Haven training and background checks are required for all those participating in ministries with direct contact with minors and vulnerable persons. Below are the links to the policy and the background check forms.
Contact Kendyll Mathiason to for access to the training video. If you have questions about the policy, please contact the church office at 425-252-0413.