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| Under the creative leadership of our Children's Ministry Team and our Acting Associate Pastor, Debbie Bennett Reynolds, children are welcomed as important members of the church community and are growing in their relationship with God. Our children not only hear the teachings of Christ, but they are also involved in putting what they learn into practice in hands-on, interactive ways. They participate in congregational worship, joining us in the early part of our service during the school year and throughout the service in the summer months. They occasionally lead worship in different ways, sharing what they have been learning.
Infants and toddlers are cared for in the nursery. |
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| Youth |
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| The Youth program involves Sunday morning classes for MIddle School (6th-8th grades) and Senior Highs (9-12th grades) led by a committed team of youth leaders. Youth join in community worship, occasionally leading in a variety ways and joining for a Prayer Circle at the end of each service. They also participate in church and community service activities and fellowship events, both as a Lake Avenue Youth Group and with other Baptist churches in the region.
Church School for youth: 11:30 – 12:15
Youth Fellowship, grades 6 – 12 , meeting 1-2 times a month. Special summer plans for a joint Youth Picnic with area churches on July 9th and camping and kayaking July 28 & 29th.
For more information on Youth Fellowship events, contact our Acting Associate Pastor, Rev. Debbie Bennett Reynolds at the Church office. |
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| Adults |
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| Our adult spiritual growth and education small groups meet on Sunday mornings and at other times during the week September through May, with occasional special study groups in the summer. Last year's offerings included a gay theology class, Bible study , a small group practicing meditative Praying of the Scriptures, and forums on varied social justice issues. During the week, we had Lenten Bible study groups and a book study that met in members' homes.
In September on Sunday mornings from 11:30-12:15 the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual Theology class will resume with a study of Jesus, the Bible, and Homosexuality by Jack Rogers led by Biblical scholar, Dr. Darrell Lance. A Bible study of Amos and Hosea will be led by Amy Hopkin. The Monday noon study group with Pastor Peter Carman will begin again with a a book study or Bible study for the fall. Other options will develop - check back for updates!
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| Libraries–Children and Adults |
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| The church has a small but varied collection of books that may be borrowed by people of all ages. The main library collection is housed in a room just off the sanctuary and may be signed out. |
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| Scholarships |
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| Lake Avenue offers three scholarships for members and friends. The John Wilkes Scholarship provides support for church members and neighbors interested in pursuing post-secondary educational opportunities. The McMeekin Scholarship provides support for members attending any American Baptist- related college. The Vinton Scholarship provides support for members attending Colgate Rochester Crozer Divinity School or another accredited seminary program in preparation for ministry. More specific information on the application requirements and scope of these scholarships is available from the church office. |
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| Vacation Bible School |
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| Vacation Bible School is open to all children from first grade to sixth grade. It is a week dedicated to teaching, in a creative and fun way, Bible stories and lessons. There will be snacks provided, songs to sing, games to play, and crafts to make.
This event is open to all children in the church and neighborhood.
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