Welcome to Jesse Lee’s Children’s Ministry!


Who is the head of your Children’s Ministry Program?

Maria-Pia Seirup is the Director of our Children’s Ministry program and Elizabeth Etzbach serves as Administrator.  You will see them when they accompany the children during Children’s Moment.  Maria Pia can be recognized by Esther the owl puppet she carries.  They will be happy to speak with you about our Sunday School program. 

Contact Maria-Pia Seirup, 438-8791 x 105.

When does Sunday School occur?

Jesse Lee is fortunate to have a Sunday School session for both the 9:00am and 11:00am services. We host our Sunday School classes for ages 3 – 5th grade. Your children should remain with you in the service until excused to Sunday school after the Children’s Moment.

Tell me about your Sunday School Curriculum:

We use the ‘Rock Solid’ curriculum produced by Cokesbury.  With Rock Solid, children are given examples and then encouraged to apply the weekly Bible story and faith experience to their everyday lives. Children do more than just memorize Bible verses—they experience God’s message through consistency, community-building, application, dedication and commitment.

Is there a Nursery and what is the age range for the Nursery?

We have a Nursery down the hallway next to the Sanctuary.  Babies to young 3 year olds are welcome.  All children are well-supervised and the older children are able to play in a separate but adjoined room.  Parents are contacted by cell phone should they be needed during the service.  Be sure to sign-in on the clipboard next to the nursery door when dropping off your child and give us the number of your cell phone.  Remember to turn the phone on vibrate during the service. 

What is JAM?

JAM, which stands for Jesus And Me, is a multi-media children's worship service.  Sandwiched between the two adult worship services, JAM runs from 10:00 to 10:40 a.m. in Martin Hall.  JAM provides a fun-filled opportunity for younger, elementary age children to experience and celebrate God's love through puppets, games, videos and music. Preschoolers are welcome if they can pay attention to the program.  Children sign up weekly to participate in the service by collecting the offering, sharing a specific talent, story, or item, and running the LCD projector.  Contact:  Debbie Ahle or Lesley Poulton.

Can you tell me about the children’s choirs?

Cherub Choir

The Cherub Choir welcomes all 3, 4, and 5 year olds to join our group.  We will meet each Sunday from 10:20 to 10:40 in the foyer of Martin Hall.  We are a relaxed group that sings simple songs that are repetitive in nature.  We will sing for the congregation approx. every 4-6 weeks.  This is a great opportunity to have your child participate with a group in front of an audience.  Have your voices ready at our first practice on September 26th. Any questions can be directed to Jenny Seal or 203-938-5737.  Let's make a joyful noise unto the Lord!!!

Junior Choir

The junior choir is a dynamic group of 1st through 5th graders who enjoy praising God through music.  The music is often in two parts which gives them an opportunity to experience harmony.  The children are encouraged to share any talents they may have with instrumentation as well, be it simple rhythm instruments or strings/band instruments that they have studied.  Practices are Sunday mornings at 10:40 - 11:00 a.m. in Martin Hall, immediately following JAM.  The children sing approximately once a month in church, generally at the 11:00 a.m. service.  Contacts:  Debbie Ahle and Mimi Wood.

Do you have any information on Vacation Bible School?

Vacation Bible School (VBS) is a fun-filled week during which children (Pre-K through 5th grade) spend time together watching skits, doing crafts, playing games, and learning God’s lessons.  VBS ends with a Friday night barbeque social.  VBS is generally held the last week of June.   Registration will begin in early spring.  Contact the Children's Ministry office for more information.