Children, Youth & Family Ministry
“Equipping young people for lives of value, faith, and meaning.”
~ St. Thomas Core Value
Mary Jacobs, Sunday School and Nursery Director
Nursery and Sunday School meet on Sundays from 9:30 – 10:30. Children ages 4-11 are invited to Sunday School, and children up to age 5 are welcome in the nursery. Activity bags are also available for children who would like to join the worship service; just ask an usher.
Rev. Jonah Kendall, Middle School Youth Group Leader
Middle School Youth Group meets every other Tuesday evening from 5:30 – 6:30 for food, fun and service.
Rev. Kathleen Bean, High School Youth Group Leader
High School Youth Group meets every other Sunday afternoon from 4:30 – 5:30 for conversation, food and service.
Godly Play
Sunday School at St. Thomas uses Montessori-based Godly Play, an engaging and respectful way for children to learn and grow. Hand-crafted materials make the Bible come alive, and “wondering questions” help children connect the story to their own experiences. Children are encouraged to respond to the story creatively, with materials such as Legos, clay, paint, paper and drawing tools.
Youth Acolytes
Join other mighty and faithful young people in the “Fire & Bell Gang”, open to ages 5th grade and up.
Teen Confirmation Classes
Classes are scheduled based on the Bishop of Idaho’s visitation schedule. It is co-lead by the Rector and Associate Rector.
Rites of Passage / Honor High School Seniors
Each May on Mother’s Day, St. Thomas honors children and youth in their faith formation process with special liturgy, blessings, and gifts. We also honor graduating high school seniors by reading their bios, future aspirations, blessings, and gifts.
Family Ministry Highlights
Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper & Talent Show
Kids Night Out
Church Sleepover
Wagon Days Parade Chairs & Chili
Blessing of the Backpacks
Sunday School/Youth Group Registration Carnival
St. Nicholas Visits
Potluck Dinners
Collaborative Art Projects
Way of the Cross Stations (interactive)
Ketchum Community Dinner Service Opportunities (October-May)