Emmanuel Episcopal Church, Athens Georgia
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Spiritual Formation

Programs for Children Ages Birth to 5th Grade


The summer schedule is in effect. Please call Matthew Hicks for information about summer offerings.

Matthew Hicks, Director of Faith Formation

  • 706-543-1294 x 206
  • email:

Nursery for infants & toddlers (birth-3 years):

Our fabulous nursery workers provide care & nurture to our youngest parishioners from 8:15 a.m. until noon. While there is no formal curriculum for this group, we have purchased new books and toys, including stories about Noah's Ark and the story of creation, to help these children begin to know the stories of our faith.


Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (Ages 3 to 5)

This is an exciting new program that was implemented at Emmanuel in the Fall of 2007. Read more about this program. If you have any questions, please email Jackie Anderson at .

Interested in being a leader? Level I and Level II Intensive Formation Courses for adults working with children ages 3-6 (Level I) or ages 6-9 (Level II).  Summers of 2010 and 2011.  Details and application form.


Sunday School

The Episcopal Children’s Curriculum (4th and 5th grades)

Episcopal Children’s Curriculum is being used this Fall.  Children will learn about God’s love for all, and have fun with activities that help them remember what they’ve learned. Come and see what’s new!

To see a colorful flyer, use this link: Flyer


Do you want to participate? Consider being a Teacher or Shepherd. Job descriptions have been prepared. You can read them by using these links: Teachers and Shepherds.