We're so glad you've come to check out our Sunday School programming!
If you have any questions or are interested in learning more, reach out to us at education@armourheights.org
We are really excited to be offering a different form of Sunday School this year for children ages 3-12! It is a Montessori-based curriculum that invites children to develop an understanding of Christian stories, language, and rituals through a child-centred form of worship that uses music, storytelling, wondering questions, and responding in creative, child-led ways.
We look forward to having you join us in our new program Sundays at 10:30am!
We understand that not all children are comfortable leaving their families. There are pew packs available at the back of the sanctuary that can be taken to their seats so they can engage in quiet activities during the service.
Youth in grades 7+ are invited to stay in the sanctuary for all of worship or assist with the younger children as a Sunday School helper.
Sitting through all of worship can be difficult when it's something totally new; you may feel lost with everything that is being said. To help develop a deeper understanding of what's happening in worship and to help listen and reflect more intentionally, we have what we call "Worship Notes". This is a double sided page with prompts to fill in. Each prompt is meant to help you focus on different elements of the worship service through thinking, singing, drawing, reflecting and praying. You can pick one up from our ushers or click below to download it in advance.
For those youth who enjoy working with younger children, we invite you to volunteer during our Church School time with Hannah and Rev. Rebecca. If you know you are coming ahead of time, send us an email to let us know. Even if you come to church last minute, we are happy to have you come volunteer with us. Your role will include participating in our child-centred worship by helping the children sing simple songs, and giving a helping hand to children as they respond to the day's story through various forms of creative arts.
Written by Annette LeBox
Illustrated by Stephanie Graegin
This book is recommended for ages 3-8.
Join this group of neighbourhood children as they find love in everyday things—in sunlight shining through the leaves and cookies shared with friends—and learn that peace is all around, if you just look for it. With rhyming verse and soft illustrations, this book will help families look for the light moments when tragedy strikes and remind readers of the calm and happiness they find in their own community every day.
Use this worksheet to draw and write down ways that you can show peace.
Written by Jennifer Grant
Illustrated by Benjamin Schipper
Recommended for ages 4-8.
A young girl wonders how to be a good neighbour to the dozens of people in her apartment building, the people on the street, and the other kids at the park. With help from her mama, the girl discovers that all it takes is a little kindness and creativity to show love to neighbours near and far.
Written by Diane Adams
Illustrated by Claire Keane
Recommended for ages 3-5.
When a little girl finds a duckling who has wandered away from the park, she takes it home to look after it. Together they grow to understand what it means to care for each other and that love is as much about letting go as it is about holding on.
Written by Lisa Mantchev
Illustrated by Taeeun Yoo
Recommended for ages 4-8.
Today is Pet Club day. There will be cats and dogs and fish, but strictly no elephants are allowed. The Pet Club doesn’t understand that pets come in all shapes and sizes, just like friends. Now it is time for a boy and his tiny pet elephant to show them what it means to be a true friend.
Written by Frank McCourt
Illustrated by Raul Colon
Recommended for ages 4-8.
Angela is six years old and worries for the baby Jesus on the altar of her church. December nights are damp and cold, and the church is cold at night. The baby surely needs Angela's help.
Written by Heather Patterson
Illustrated by Ron Lightburn
Recommended for ages 4-8.
A beautifully illustrated book that helps children learn the importance of Remembrance Day and the significance of wearing a poppy.
Written by Katrina Liu
Illustrated by Bella Ansori
Recommended for ages 2-7.
Mina feels sorry for herself. She always notices the good things that others have but she does not. One day, her family decides to make a gratitude jar and things begin to change.