ORUCC Children and Youth 

Sunday, December 28, 2025

Dear Families,

Merry Christmas Eve!

A Hearty “Thank You” to those who will participate in our worship service tonight, and a Warm Hug and “Hello” to those who will keep us in their hearts from afar.

Now is the time to rest and recharge. On the Sunday after Christmas, we will not hold 9 AM Faith Formation, Music Connections, or TRU Function practice. Your child is welcome to attend the 10 am Worship Service and Hymn Sing. Nursery Care/Supported Childcare is also off this Sunday.

Programming resumes next Sunday, January 4, with a special Intergenerational Faith Formation at 9 AM. Join us for an Epiphany Reflection, Creative Star design making, and tasty Star Cookies made by our beloved John Leonard.

A small selection of John Leonard’s delicious Epiphany breads will be shared following worship that day, as well.

-Pastor Kate & Julie M.

Youth Lock-In “Lite”

January 23, 6:30-Midnight

We are planning a joint event with our friends at Madison Mennonite Church for youth from both of our congregations! Youth in 7th grade – high school are eligible to join in the fun. There will be games, food, a movie, and time just to hang out, have fun and get to know one another. Please indicate your interest with this form. See Pastor Kate for more information.

Save the Date: Upcoming Events

• December 28, Winter Break: No Children’s Faith Formation, TRU Function Practice or Music Connections
• January 4, All ages Intergenerational Epiphany Faith Formation, 9:00 a.m.
• January 11, 8:15-9:00 Crafty Sunday
• January 23, “Lock-In Lite” 6:30pm-Midnight: Youth Event at ORUCC with Madison Mennonite Church! RSVP here

Home Prayer for the Week: 

You are invited to use this prayer with your family to help deepen your faith together. Times you might consider sharing this prayer include before bedtime, at mealtime, or any other regular connecting moment you share with your child(ren). Does your family have a prayer practice or a favorite prayer? If you are comfortable sharing, please EMAIL JULIE, and your family’s prayer will be featured here.

The message of Christmas is for every day.

The message of Christmas is for every person.

God loves every person, every day.

This is the good news to remember, always.

-from Faithful Families for Advent and Christmas, by Traci Smith