Children and Youth at ELPC

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ELPC is an inter-generational congregation committed to the inclusion and spiritual nurture of persons of all ages and stages in their journeys of faith.

We create an environment where children and youth can grow in faith as part of a community in which: there is space for every question, every child is recognized as unique and valued, and there is a vibrant witness to the love of God in Christ. We seek to engage children and youth in the full life of the church: in worship, in education, in fellowship, and in mission. Through the various ministries coordinated by our Children and Families Ministry Team and Youth & Young Adult Ministries Committees ELPC offers a range of programs which invite and engage children and youth to hear and live into the story of our faith.

ELPC strives to offer a safe sanctuary for children and youth. View our Child Safety Policies here.

Click on a program below for more information.

Church School Classes | Age 4–Grade 6

Birth – Age 3 | Nursery on 1st floor

Children gather in the nursery for a simple faith lesson and a time of free play. The nursery is open from 8:30 am–12:30 pm, each Sunday during the school year, and from 9:30–11:30 am during the summer.

Age 4 – Grade 3 | Room 206

September–May: Will start the morning at the 11am service with their families, and then at 11:15 (after Moments with our Children in the Sanctuary) go to Sunday School: Sacred Stories for Kids, and adults pick kids up after worship in room 206. Using the Godly Play curriculum kids hear, see, touch, and retell the sacred stories of our faith while asking ‘I wonder …’ questions and responding with art. Children also pray, sing, and share a simple snack.

Grades 4 – 6 | Room 207

Sept- May: Will start the morning at the 11am service with their families, and then at 11:15 (after Moments with our Children in the Sanctuary) go to Sunday School: Sacred Stories for Tweens, and parents pick kids up after worship in room 207. Tweens dig into Bible stories through games, conversations, crafts, drama, and teamwork to discover what these stories mean to them in today’s world.

Club 116 | Grades 1–6

Club 116 is our Wednesday Night faith programming for youth in grades 1–6, offering fellowship, study, and worship. Participation in Club One Sixteen requires a completed online registration.

Kids in grades 1–6 are welcome to join us on Wednesdays from 4:30-6:30pm. Through Bible study, art, recreation, and discussion we will explore God’s love. Dinner will be served.

Monthly Tween Events | Grades 4–6

Youth in grades 4–6 will gather once a month to build community through activities like Miniature Golf, game night, and pumpkin painting. Contact Sara Hackett for more information.  See the 24/25 Tween Calendar of Events here.

Youth Group and Sunday School | Grades 7–12

Teens meets for breakfast on the first Sunday of the month from 9:45-10:45am.  Teens also meet after church one Sunday a month for lunch and programing – see the full schedule here.

Youth Group happens every Thursday with dinner, games, conversation, God talk, service projects, and a lot of laughter. Contact Sara Hackett for more information.

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Worship Leaders (all ages)

Children and Youth of all ages are able to help lead worship by lighting candles, reading scripture, and helping with the time for Children. Contact Sara Hackett if your family is willing to help lead worship.

Confirmation Classes | Grades 8–12

ELPC offers confirmation classes every other year for youth in grade 8 and older who are interested in learning about God, the church, and our Presbyterian tradition. Confirmation is an opportunity to build community, and deepen youth’s understanding of God, and how God is active in their lives. At the end of our series, youth are invited to join ELPC through Baptism and Profession of Faith. The 2025/2026 school year will be our next confirmation class. 

Mission Trips | Grades 6–12

ELPC youth also participate in a week-long service trips outside of the Pittsburgh area each summer. The summer trips are only open to those ELPC youth who have regularly participated throughout the year in other projects and weekly programs.

Vacation Church School | Pre-School–Grade 5

Vacation Church School is a week-long summer day camp for children age 4 through grade 5 that engages children in a dynamic exploration of the stories of our faith. VCS is usually held the last full week of June, daily from 9 am–3 pm, and is offered free of charge.

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