The Latin for curriculum literally means to run, or a running course, or a race. At Woodbrook, our goal is to help people as they run the race of life - day to day - by providing resources and opportunities for faith nurturing and faith maturing experiences. We believe in a holistic approach in running the race -involving the spiritual, mental, emotional, social and developmental aspects of each person. We want to nurture, challenge and equip people in their life journey by providing a foundation of faith and freedom. We want to enable people in their faith pilgrimage so one can continually say 'yes" to Jesus' urging...'follow me. "

Preschoolers and children are an important part of the body of Christ at Woodbrook. Their gifts and personalities add life and joy to our congregation. At Woodbrook, we take seriously the call to guide and teach preschoolers and children. We encourage the healthy growth of the whole child, through developmentally appropriate activities and experiences, in a warm and nurturing environment. We want children to gain a positive regard for themselves and others and to hear about God as One who creates and One who loves children. We seek to do this within our daily interactions with children and through the following programs which we offer:

Other Programs

WEE Center: Monday through Friday classes for two-year-olds through five-year-olds, 9:00 am - 2:30 pm with before school care starting at 8:00 am and after school care ending at 4:00 pm Our WEE Center was noted as one of the top fourteen preschools in the Baltimore metro area by Baltimore Magazine (date). The WEE Center is accredited by The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). For more information call 410-377-8918.

Vacation Bible School: A one week program during the summer for three-year-olds through those who have completed fourth grade. Through fun activities, music, crafts, and stories children learn about the Bible and a particular mission focus each year.

Musikgarten: Music and Movement classes for children birth through age five with a parent or caregiver.

Youth

Adolesence is a strange, wonderful, challenging time for our middle and high school students. Pressure from peers, society and sometimes families tell them they need to be some one or something other that who God has created them to be. Our goal at Woodbrook is to provide a "safe place" for youth to come, to have fun, and to be themselves - no strings attached. Respect fox ourselves and of others is a high priority. We do all of this in the context of reaching for our ultimate goal of helping youth grow in a deeper love of God and therefore a deeper faith. We strive to do this in several venues:

• Sunday Morning Bible Study: Middle school and high school classes meet every Sunday morning at 9:00 a.m. for a Bible study and a question - "How does the Bible relate to my situation?"

• Youth Choir: Wednesday evenings at 6:00 p.m., youth gather to rehearse and have fun as they sing and prepare to sing in various forums (worship, youth led worship, musicals, etc.)

• Sunday Night Program: Every Sunday evening beginning at 6:00 p.m., our youth gather for supper, recreation and a program. The programs are suggested by the youth and deal with current issues and biblical based series. All studies have a biblical foundation. We have several adult youth advisors who help administer the Sunday evening program.

• Summer Camp: The Youth attend PASSPORT - a camp located in North Carolina - where we join youth from other states. The camp involves community mission work, Bible Study, worship, and fun.

• Local Mission Opportunities: Habitat for Humanity; helping and inner city church's children program; serving tables for a children's services agency; hosting visiting youth groups are just a few of the mission projects in which our youth are involved.

• Special Events: We have lots of fun as we play together. Our list of special event activities include Kings Dominion; going to an Orioles Game; bowling; swim parties; hiking; hiliday parties; lock-ins; and the list goes on.

Adults

Just as children go through different phases of childhood, adults go through different phases of adulthood.

For the young adult, it can mean transition from high school to college to the work force. From there, it may proceed to marriage and possibly the birth of children. It is a sequence of new beginnings!

For the middle-aged adult, it can mean an assortment of transitions. Your children have grown to be teenagers or young adults. You may be caring for an aging parent and still taking care of children all at the same time. Career tracks may change and marital status may change. It is a sequence of challenges!

For the senior adult, it can mean a time of richness and rewards. Perhaps grandchildren have arrived or you may be enjoying retirement or both! Matters of health become a concern during this phase of adulthood. It is a sequence of changes!

A constant and abiding faith in God can sustain you in whatever phase of adulthood you are experiencing. At this point in your life, bible study is not confined to a book. It takes on new meaning by sharing your joys, sorrows, successes and failures with a compassionate and loving community. You will never outgrow the need for bible study and you will never outgrow the need for friendship.

• Wednesday Bible Study - 6:00 pm
• Sunday Bible Study - 9:00 am