Change and Transition
I am in my last semester at Meadville Lombard Theological School. On May 2nd, I graduate as a certified Spiritual Director. I have been learning so much and am excited about this new endeavor. Spiritual Directors accompany people and can serve as supportive companions on this journey of life. They can help us more skillfully navigate and often make sense of it all.
In order to create some space in my life for new possibilities to emerge in this realm, I have decided to transition to 3/4th time beginning Sept. 1. I began this position in 2001 at 3/4th time. As the RE program grew, so did my hours. At this juncture, I am hopeful we’ll have at least a half -time RE Assistant to manage many of the administrative tasks so I can step back out of the weeds to the balcony to better serve as Director of Religious Education.
This transition also aligns better with how I can best serve our congregation with the gifts I bring in this stage of my life and career. The wisdom and experience I have to offer our often overshadowed when the pace is too fast with too many details to manage.
Rowan Jakobah has done a fabulous job as RE assistant since September and has expressed desire to grow in this role. I am ecstatic to share my experience with her and to mentor her into gradually taking on more and more responsibilities in the RE program. I am confident our RE program is in excellent hands!
Blessed Be, Diane Melvin Religious Education Director
Children’s Religious Education
1st Sundays – Specialty Classes – 1st—6th graders choose the activity in which they wish to participate. Choices vary monthly; they often include arts & crafts, interactive games, cooking/baking and large motor games and activities.
2nd & 3rd Sundays – Age based lessons on learning and practicing mindfulness and meditation. Captivating stories combined with meaningful discussions and engaging activities.
4th Sundays – Adventure, Wonder & Exploration (AWE) Labs for 1-6th graders – Children can rotate at their own pace through a variety of interactive stations designed to practice and hone their mindfulness skills.
5/6th Grade Our Whole Lives (OWL)
Sexuality Education Class
We have twenty families registered for this invaluable class that will take place at 9:00 AM most Sunday morning this spring.
Children explore information about puberty, con-sent, staying safe on social media, healthy decisions and more.