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Sunday School

Sunday School

Sunday School is a treasured aspect of Christian formation. Christian Formation at Emmanuel focuses on cultivating wonder and spiritual imagination. Children and youth also learn about liturgical seasons, prayer, and community rituals. They're encouraged to apply Biblical teachings to current events and their everyday lives and develop deeper relationships with God. We currently offer three classes from September to June:

Pre-School: This classroom for 2-4 year olds focuses on songs, stories, and play. Our teachers create an environment of love and care for our youngest learners.

Early Elementary: This classroom for Kindergarten through 2nd grade uses the Godly Play curriculum. Our teachers focus on weaving our ancient stories around the liturgical calendar, always asking “I wonder" questions.

Elementary: This classroom for 3rd to 6th grade uses the Holy Moly curriculum. Our teachers focus on creative telling with multimedia, visual, and hands-on materials.

Middle school/High school: Curriculum for this age range will be added as needed. All are welcome and everyone will have a classroom that fits them.

While children are in Sunday School, parents and grandparents are invited to join Parents' Coffee Hour. This social time takes places in a room next to the Sunday School rooms: close enough to keep an eye on the kids, but far enough away to take a deep breath and enjoy a cup of coffee and conversation!

All are welcome!

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Children & Family Ministry Staff

Courtney Oakes
Director of Children and Family Ministries
Maria Mendia
Nursery Coordinator

Courtney Oakes

Director of Children and Family Ministries

Courtney Oakes has been with Emmanuel for 4 years as the Director of Children and Family Ministries. Courtney has many years of experience working with youth and loves working with the families of Emmanuel. Courtney’s husband Matt is on the Vestry and they have three children: Liam, Molly and Libby. While new to the Episcopal tradition, Courtney is no stranger to liturgy and parish life. She and Matt knew Emmanuel was home when they were welcomed with open arms. Emmanuel’s inclusive community and values make it an easy choice as a church home for their family. If you have any questions about Christian Formation or getting connected as a family to Emmanuel, please email Courtney at Coakes@emmanuelrockford.org.

Maria Mendia

Nursery Coordinator

Maria Mendia is a certified elementary teacher and has served as nursery coordinator for 25 years. Children at Emmanuel Episcopal have a friendly, welcoming, and secure place to play and get to know God's people.

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Christmas Eve Candlelight Service

Friday, December 24, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Come celebrate Christmas with Emmanuel! Our Festal Choral Eucharist begins with music of the season at 9:30 p.m. followed by a special 10:00 p.m. candlelit service. Stick around afterward for a Martinelli's or champagne toast!

Christmas Eve Candlelight Service

Friday, December 24, 9:30 PM - 11:00 PM

Come celebrate Christmas with Emmanuel! Our Festal Choral Eucharist begins with music of the season at 9:30 p.m. followed by a special 10:00 p.m. candlelit service. Stick around afterward for a Martinelli's or champagne toast!

Christmas Eve Candlelight Service

Saturday, December 24, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Come celebrate Christmas with Emmanuel! Our Festal Choral Eucharist begins with music of the season at 9:30 p.m. followed by a special 10:00 p.m. candlelit service. Stick around afterward for a Martinelli's or champagne toast!

Christmas Eve Candlelight Service

Saturday, December 24, 9:30 PM - 11:00 PM

Come celebrate Christmas with Emmanuel! Our Festal Choral Eucharist begins with music of the season at 9:30 p.m. followed by a special 10:00 p.m. candlelit service. Stick around afterward for a Martinelli's or champagne toast!

Christmas Eve Candlelight Service

Sunday, December 24, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Come celebrate Christmas with Emmanuel! Our Festal Choral Eucharist begins with music of the season at 9:30 p.m. followed by a special 10:00 p.m. candlelit service. Stick around afterward for a Martinelli's or champagne toast!

Christmas Eve Candlelight Service

Sunday, December 24, 9:30 PM - 11:00 PM

Come celebrate Christmas with Emmanuel! Our Festal Choral Eucharist begins with music of the season at 9:30 p.m. followed by a special 10:00 p.m. candlelit service. Stick around afterward for a Martinelli's or champagne toast!

Service Times

~ our in-person services are currently suspended during the stay-at-home order ~

Please join on Sundays at 9:00 a.m. on Zoom for Adult Forum

Please join us on Sundays at 10:30 a.m. on Facebook for Morning Prayer

Emmanuel's doors, altar, sacraments, and community are open to full participation of people of all faiths, genders, gender identities, sexualities, disabilities, and nationalities.

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Emmanuel Episcopal Church
412 North Church Street
Rockford, IL 61103

(815) 964-5514

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