Welcome!

No church membership is required for Sunday School, Youth Programs, or any other church event. No matter who you are or where you are on your faith journey, you and your children are welcome here. 

Christian Education Programs

TENTATIVE SUNDAY SCHOOL SCHEDULE 2026-2027

    • October 18th – Family Sunday School
    • November 8th – Family Sunday School- St John’s will be joining us.
    • December 13th – Family Sunday School
    • January 10th – Family Sunday School
    • February 14th – Family Sunday School Valentines Day Celebration
    • March 14th – Sunday School at St John’s
    • April 11th – Family Sunday School
    • May 9th -Spring potluck after the 10:30 service.
    • May 16th – Family Sunday school and last day for the summer
    • *Family Giving Stars – will be available on November 22, 2026

Family Church

Grace hosts “Family Church” four times a year where parents are invited to join their children during Sunday School for fun family activities. Keep an eye out for an announcement or contact the church office to find out when the next Family Church will be held.

Vacation Bible School (VBS)

VBS is a summer program designed to teach children about faith through themed lessons and activities. Children will spend a few hours per day hearing Bible stories, doing fun activities like crafts and skits, and enjoying breaks filled with snacks and games. Watch for more information for upcoming VBS information. 

Youth Programs

FAMILY YOUTH EVENTS 2026 & 2027

  • October 17th – Family game night at Grace UCC Northampton 6:30 pm to 8 pm
  • December 12th – Youth Christmas Party at Grace UCC Northampton 2 pm to 4 pm – Christmas party includes games, crafts and snacks.
  • February 20th – Family game night at St. John’s Lutheran Coplay 6:30 pm to 8 pm.
  • April 4th – Family skating at Whitehall Skateaway – Final details will be posted in 2027.
  • June 12th – Family Miniature golf – Details will be posted in 2027.

All ages welcome to join the events. Children must have at least one parent or grandparent to attend all events.

Grace UCC Northampton, 902 Lincoln Ave., Northampton PA 18067, phone:  610-262-7186

St John’s Lutheran, 18 S. 3rd Street, Coplay, PA 18037, phone 610-262-6171

Family Youth Group Advisers, Gary Trively, Gary Henry, Penny Lahue, Kelly Beck, Joe Danner

Confirmation

Eighth graders (12 & 13 year-olds) are invited to become full members of the church through confirmation. From September to mid-May, confirmands attend one hour classes once a week in preparation to be confirmed. Please contact the church office for more information.