Each week our children and youth ministry connects with parents about the topics of the lesson in Sunday School so parents can dialog at home about the lesson during the week.
We hold a special Family Worship Service in the Traditional Sanctuary each month on the Second Sunday. Our children’s choir or talented children or youth provide special music. Children, youth, and/or their parents serve as liturgists, acolytes, ushers/greeters, and a variety of other ways when possible.
A variety of events are planned throughout the year for families to fellowship or serve together. During our Christmas Eve ministries many families serve together at one of the sites: Youth Center, Prison, Rescue Mission, etc.
Other Family News and Events
BACK TO THE MANGER Serena Heffner and Katie Kokan have again agreed to direct and chore-ograph this production for our COGS kids! Children in Kindergarten through 6th grade will be able to be a part of this fun caroling adventure through the times! See the schedule below so you can save the dates! June 9th—sign …
Summer is a time where we can often take a break from the hustle and bustle. Let’s use the extra time wisely and read a book where we grow in our faith, grow as parents and disciples of Christ. Vote for one of the 3 titles by June 9th and we will order the book …
SAFE SANCTUARY AND MANDATED REPORTER TRAINING If you would like to serve in a ministry that involves children/youth or just want a refresher, please attend this 30-minute training. We will have a lawyer at the training in order to help clarify or answer any questions you may have. When: Sunday, May 19th at 11am Where: …
COGS Easter Festival is coming before you know it. It will be held on Saturday, April 13th . As we do at our Living Gift Market in December, there will be items to benefit Heifer International at this multi-generational event. If you are a crafter or have some gently used Spring or Easter decorations, we …
On Friday, Jan. 11, from 7-8:30 p.m., join Dr. Christa Johnson from Psychological Health Affiliates as she presents on “Effective Parenting.” Her presentation will be in Larry Berger Hall and interested parents can sing-up at the Children and Family Ministries table in the Gathering Area. Contact Abbie Burton for more information: aburton@umcogs.org. Click on this link to …
Christmas Extravaganza COGS 2018 Christmas Extravaganza Saturday, Dec. 1, 2018 Church of the Good Shepherd 1500 Quentin Rd., Lebanon PA 17042 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. A multi-generational event with something for all ages ALL proceeds from the day benefit Heifer International ALL Day Events Heifer International Living Gift Market – Purchase the …
Couples are invited to a seminar on Friday, Nov. 9, from 7-8:30 p.m. to learn about the “Seven Keys to a Secure Marriage.” Dr. Jesse Gill will be the presenter. Click on this link to learn more about his book. Dr. Gill – Marriage For more information, contact Abbie Burton at aburton@umcogs.org.
We are so excited to have a classroom for our little ones to learn about the love of God and begin forming those relationships with their church family. We have faithful servants in Allison and Trevor Williams, Lish Miller and Joe Burton who will help teach and guide these little ones during the 9:45 Sunday …
On Saturday, May 5th from 11am-7pm, COGS CFM Family Fun and Service Committee wants to give you an opportunity to take some family pictures! We understand how hectic life can get and how expensive it can be to hire a photographer to get family pictures. Get some pictures for Mother’s Day for mom or to …
Rooted Youth Ministry takes on a new name! Read all about it here.