Godly Play

Godly Play is a Montessori-based curriculum that recognizes that children are already in relationship with God. It invites them to wonder deeply about the core stories of scripture and imaginatively explore our liturgical traditions as it gives them practice in speaking the language of our Christian faith. Teachers receive specialized training and must pass a background check and complete Safe Church training. Godly Play is typically offered on the first, second, and third Sundays of the month (September through June), but occasionally this schedule changes. Classes are open to children in preschool through fifth grade and meet on the mezzanine of the St. Nicholas Building. Find the upcoming schedule of lessons below.

Canon Wendy Claire Barrie (wbarrie@saintmarks.org)

First, second, and third Sundays of the month at 10:10 a.m. on the mezzanine of the St. Nicholas Building

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Upcoming Events

Godly Play

Godly Play is a Montessori-based curriculum that recognizes that children are already in relationship with God. On November 8, the younger class will learn about The Ten Best Ways while the older class will dive into The Prophet Ezekiel.

Godly Play

Godly Play is a Montessori-based curriculum that recognizes that children are already in relationship with God. On November 15, the younger class will learn about Exile and Return while the older class will dive into The Prophet Isaiah.

Godly Play

Godly Play is a Montessori-based curriculum that recognizes that children are already in relationship with God. On December 6, the younger class will learn about Advent I & II while the older class will dive into The Mystery of Christmas, Part 1.

Godly Play seeks to honor the inherent worth and dignity of every child,
nurture their unique spiritual journey,
and engage the big questions of life and the mystery of God together.

Godly Play for the 2026-2027 program year begins Sunday, September 20.

To learn more about Godly Play founder Jerome Berryman's philosophy on intergenerational formation and the spirituality of children, read this research article from the Journal of Childhood and Religion.