Christian Education
at First Presbyterian Church


Our Promises
When children are baptized at First Presbyterian Church the members of our congregation make these promises:

1. Acting as individuals and in behalf of the whole Body of Christ,
we assume responsibility with the parents for the spiritual nurture of the child.

2. We commit to set a godly example before the child and to provide, as far as possible, all that is necessary to the end that this child may one day confess Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord.


Meeting a variety of needs and interests

These responsibilities are the foundation for all of our Christian education decisions and programs. Whether you prefer singing a lullaby in the nursery, playing with the wooden story pieces in Young Children and Worship, praying the Psalms in a small group study, worshiping on Sunday mornings, engaging in a comprehensive Bible study on prayer, or having fun at Vacation Bible School, our programs offer a wide range of opportunities for everyone to come to know Christ and continue to grow in him.

Our Sunday school program begins in September and runs through the first week of June. Classes are offered for all ages. The Sunday School Calendar and Children and Youth Classes links offer a more comprehensive description of our curriculum. Our adult classes meet for in-depth study of various books of the Bible and discussion of Christian-related topics. Offerings for 2007-08 are provided in our Adult Classes link.

Our Junior and Senior High School Youth ministries seek to address the many issues and concerns that young Christians face today as they seek to live out their faith. It concentrates upon the importance of building relationships with each other and with Christ and provides a safe environment for students to grow through leadership skills and taking risks in their faith. More information is provided in the Youth Group link.

The foundation for all these programs is Christ—our Savior and our Lord. The mortar that holds us together is the shared commitment from our congregation to provide an opportunity to experience the transforming power of Jesus Christ through service, community, and worship. Please call the church office or send inquiries to christianed@fpcnewport.com.

Our Christian Education ministry includes more than classes. Opportunities for fellowship and growth, an extensive library collection, and special events and activities round invite all ages to celebrate our Lord as a church family.