Parenting Support

Each year we seek out ways to reach families, parents and individual family members.  We offer parenting classes, moms' gatherings, family mailing programs, resource table and educational support materials, in an effort to support the total family. Plus we encourage all parents to participate in a volunteer role to support church school, choir program, confirmation and youth events, as well as the many adult programming opportunities offered at CHS.

In the fall there are several kick-off programs for parents to learn more about our family ministry programs.  All Confirmation parents are invited to attend the Confirmation Kick-Off Dinner in September, the Nursery hosts an Open House and social hour and the Church school also hosts an open house in the fall.  Parents of teen age students are encouraged to attend the Youth led Forum that presents our youth program and summer work trip.

But perhaps what parents need most is a network of other adults who have the same concerns and issues about raising children in this culture, this community and this generation.  Our church offers many ways to connect for support, conversation and support the spiritual direction of children of all ages.

We also encourage grandparents to become active participants in the many intergenerational events offered at CHS.  It is fun to be a kid again, and all children need adult role models beyond their own parents.