Welcome to Ziegels Union Sunday School. We are very blessed to be able to offer a meaningful Christian Education Program for the children, youth and adults of our congregations and our community.
Ziegels Union Sunday School is dedicated to providing for our students a strong Christian foundation on which to build their lives. We encourage positive relationships among the students, between the students and our staff, and most importantly between God and His people.
Sunday School is held every Sunday from 10:00 to 10:55 AM, September through May. We offer nine classes for all ages from Nursery through Adults.
Our teachers in the Nursery Class begin to lay the foundation in faith in our youngest students with Bible stories and songs. The Beginners through Fourth Grade Classes use the “Witness” curriculum while the Fifth and Sixth Grade Classes use a lectionary-based curriculum called “Seasons of the Spirit.” The Seventh and Eighth Grade Classes meet as part of our Confirmation Instruction and the Senior High Class meets to discuss issues that effect today’s youth. The adult class enjoys an hour each week of Bible study and discussion.
We would like to recognize the following students for their Faithful Attendance during the month of March:
Beginners – Hailey Green, Nolan Koehler, Grayson Marsteller
PreK & K –Samantha Hall, Makela Frantz, Ethan Marstellar, Madelyn Turner
1st & 2nd – Kaleb Beers, Mantana Leibenguth, Sarah Randall, William Randall
3rd & 4th – Bryce Heckendorn, Matthew Lucarelli, William Turner
5th & 6th – Sydney Derr, Aaron Green, Dylan Heckendorn, Erin Randall, Karly Rex
Confirmation –Shawn Bear, Payton Breidinger, Danny Butz, Tyler Derr, Isaac Fatzinger, Dakota Frantz, Maddie Frederick, Brandon Lauer, Brad Rex, Alyssa Zuercher
Summer Sunday School
Summer Sunday School will begin on Sunday, June 3. All ages will meet in the Proverbs Room for a lesson and snack. Volunteers will be needed to help in this classroom in June and July. Sunday School will not be held during the month of August.
The Senior High Sunday School Class is invited to volunteer to help with the Children’s Sunday School class during the summer months.
The Adult Class will continue to meet through the summer on Sunday Mornings in the Matthew Room from 10:00 until 10:55 AM. The current study is “God in America: How Religious Liberty Shaped America.” Everyone is invited to come out and participate.
Union Sunday School Library
Our Union Sunday School Library contains many children’s video series. The VCR tapes are available for use in the Sunday School classrooms and are also available for your personal use. Videos may be signed out for one week at a time. The following are just a few of the resources:
- The Beginners Bible (12 videos in the series)
- Gerbert (11 videos in the series)
- Prayer Bear (How to Pray, Best Friends, Time to Pray)
- Precious Moments (Timmy’s Gift, Timmy’s Special Delivery)
- Quigley’s Village (15 videos in the series)
- Veggie Tales (18 videos in the series)
- McGee and Me (12 videos in the series)
- Hanna Barbera’s (12 videos in the series)
- Animated Stories from the New Testament (20 videos in the series)
Vacation Bible School
Vacation Bible School is a week-long program during the summer. The VBS Programs are designed to help us all live with one another in Christian community. Children from our congregations and the community come together to hear Bible lessons, sing, work on crafts, play games and have a great time learning about God and His love for His people. Each VBS is centered on a Bible theme. In 2012 our Vacation Bible School theme will be “SonSurf: Beach Bash.” and will be held from June 25 to June 29.
Registration forms are available in the Fellowship room and on the table outside of the Sunday School office, or click here to download the form: ZIEGELS 2012 VBS registration
To receive a music CD, registration must be received by May 27th. T-shirts are $6 and must also be ordered by May 27th.
Day Camp
Day Camp is a unique blend of outdoor and congregational ministries held at Ziegels Union Church and sponsored in a joint effort by Bear Creek Camp, the Union Sunday School and the congregations of Ziegels Union Church. Bear Creek Camp provides the programming and a trained staff of young adults that are carefully chosen for their Christian commitment and their love for children. Day Camp includes arts and crafts, nature walks and studies, recreation, group games, worship and songs. It provides many opportunities for fun and fellowship for your child in a safe and caring atmosphere. This year’s Day Camp will be held July 16 thrugh 20 from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM and is open to children in our church and community who have completed kindergarten through 6th grade.
Sports Camp
In 2012 we’re excited to add a new addition to our summer line-up. A Sports Camp will be held the week of July 30 to August 3. We’ll keep you up to date as information becomes available.
Confirmation Program
Our Confirmation program is designed to help our young people build a strong and lasting relationship with God. Throughout the two-year instruction period, the youth study the Catechism, the Ten Commandments, the Lord’s Prayer and the Old and New Testaments.
Our first-year and second-year confirmation students meet during the Sunday School hour every week from September until Pentecost. The youth attend weekly Worship services, take sermon notes and serve as acolytes, crucifers and ushers. The youth attend two weekend retreats as first-year students and two as second-year students. The retreat weekends are a time of fellowship and fun and also extensive learning. There are many activities to keep them active and involved in the learning process, while providing free time to allow bonding and group activities. The retreats cover a variety of topics such as team building, ministry areas and how to incorporate our beliefs into their daily lives. In the Spring of their second year the students assist in planning and leading a Worship service. The youth also must complete twenty hours of Community Service and know the twelve Learning Goals of the Sunday School.
It is our prayer that the young people not only grasp the basics of their faith, but also build community with their peers, their pastors, mentors, parents and other adult leaders. We hope through this foundation they will continue to grow in faith throughout their lives and will share God’s love with others.
Early Communion Class
Holy Communion is shared with those who have some understanding of what is happening in this Holy meal. We believe that children can see the love of God and His sacrifice of His Son, Jesus. They can experience the pain of our Lord and the events of Holy Week in a way that many adults cannot. They can believe with the simple trust that only a child has, that Jesus is truly present as we come together for this meal. It is however a decision that only a family can make. If you have discussed Holy Communion with your child and believe your child is capable of understanding what is happening in this Holy Meal, your child can be registered for the Early Communion Class as early as First Grade.
Men’s Group
The Men’s Prayer Breakfast meets every Friday morning at the Cracker Barrel in Fogelsville at 7:00 AM. The group eats a simple meal, socializes, prays, reads and discusses the scriptures assigned for the coming Sunday morning worship. Breakfast is usually concluded by 8:00 AM. All men are welcome to attend.
