KiX (Kids In Christ) aka Sunday School
2026-04-19 09:00 - 09:45, 2026-04-26 09:00 - 09:45 (America/Chicago)
Kids in Christ (KiX) is what most people know as “Sunday School”. It is a place where we do hands on projects and engage in various experiences to learn about Jesus and important stories of the Bible. It is for students ages 3 through Grade 4. KiX happens twice a week during the academic year—Wednesdays at 6:15 PM and Sundays at 9:00 AM. Depending upon your schedule, you can attend the session that is most convenient for you each week. Friends are welcome.

Breakfast Club (EXPLORE.8910 aka 8th, 9th, and 10th graders)
2026-04-19 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-04-26 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-05-03 10:30 - 11:30
Here is the schedule and topics. Each week we will meet at 10:30AM to 11:30AM. Each topic will include different approaches to covering material including art, guest panels for discussion, interactive conversations with guests, service aspects, etc.:
Feb. 8 – Topic: Baptism, Why it Matters, What it Does
Feb. 15 – Topic: Holy Communion: Why it Matters, What it Does
Feb. 22 – Topic: Affirmation of Baptism: Why it Matters, What it Does
March 1 – Topic: Prayer + Lord’s Prayer: Why it Matters, What it Does
March 8 – Topic: The Bible: Why it Matters, What it Does
March 15 – Topic: The Apostle’s Creed: What it is, Why it Matters, How it Impacts us
March 22 – Spring break weekend 1: No Class
March 29 – Spring break weekend 2: No Class
April 5 – Easter: No Class
April 12 – Pastor Karen at a Retreat: No Class
April 19 – Prep for Affirmation of Baptism Worship Part 1 (Prep includes all 8-10 graders)
April 26 – Prep for Affirmation of Baptism Worship Part 2 (Prep includes all 8-10 graders)
May 3 – Affirmation of Baptism (Rite of Confirmation) for 10th grade students at 9:00 AM + Support Roles for Affirm. of Baptism Service by 8th and 9th graders at 9:00 AM

Radical Ringers handbell rehearsal (middle school, high school, and beyond)
2026-04-19 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-04-26 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-05-03 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-05-10 18:00 - 19:00
Radical Ringers is a middle and high school hand bell group that performs 5-6 times during the school year at Sunday worship services (and including ringing at the Variety Show!). Rehearsal is weekly on Sunday evenings from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Chapel Chimes or music reading experience is preferred. Talk to Director Jan Rutkowski (jan.rutkowski@explorepeace.org) or call the church office 608.849.7322 if interested in becoming a Radical Ringer!

Joyful Noise children's choir
2026-04-22 17:00 - 17:30, 2026-04-29 17:00 - 17:30
Joyful Noise is young vocal choir for children ages 3 through 2nd grade. Interactive and lively songs are performed at occasionally scheduled Sunday and seasonal worship services throughout the school year. Children will learn basic vocal skills and have fun singing songs, learning actions and playing games that will encourage a love for music! Rehearsals will be Wednesdays from 5:00 – 5:30PM during the school year.

EARTH FEST!
2026-04-22 17:00 - 19:00
Enjoy a delicious picnic dinner in the Gallery (5-6:15PM). Stop by the Mocktail Bar! There will also be a ‘kiddie mocktail bar’ (serving Shirley Temples!) Join in Earth-friendly activities. Visit creative craft stations (5-6:30PM). The Basket Drawing will be held in the Sanctuary with a closing song (6:30-6:45PM). Everyone is welcome!

KiX (Kids In Christ) aka Sunday School
2026-04-22 18:15 - 19:00, 2026-04-29 18:15 - 19:00
Kids in Christ (KiX) is what most people know as “Sunday School”. It is a place where we do hands on projects and engage in various experiences to learn about Jesus and important stories of the Bible. It is for students ages 3 through Grade 4. KiX happens twice a week during the academic year—Wednesdays at 6:15 PM and Sundays at 9:00 AM. Depending upon your schedule, you can attend the session that is most convenient for you each week. Friends are welcome.
If you are a parent of a 3 year old through 4th grade student who is interested in learning more about the KiX program, please contact Shannon Conners, KiX Coordinator at shannon.conners@explorepeace.org.

Route.567
2026-04-29 16:00 - 17:00
Route.567 is the place for intermediate school students (grades 5, 6 & 7) to learn and grow. It is the start of our confirmation program and focuses on The Lord’s Prayer, The 10 Commandments and the Apostle’s Creed. Understanding the needs of intermediate school students, this group learns in active formats to make the best use of the time we share on Wednesdays. In addition to our Youth Education Leaders, this group interacts with our Peace Youth Leadership Team—a group of high school students that partner with them in camp style activities. Let’s meet in the Makery. Friends are welcome.

Art Adventure Class: K-4th grade
2026-06-23 12:00 - 14:00, 2026-06-25 12:00 - 14:00, 2026-06-30 12:00 - 14:00, 2026-07-02 12:00 - 14:00
“Every child is an artist!” -Pablo Picasso
Warm summer days and outdoor exploration combined with creative arts programming – what could be a more positive for children ages Kindergarten through 4th grade? This summer we are offering a series of 4 classes that can provide your child with just that experience.
Children will arrive at noon bringing a packed lunch and eat together as a group. From there they will participate in hands-on art projects including paint, collage, fabric, nature art, watercolor, and more! Following the art experiences, children will enjoy outdoor activities.
This program will be taught by art specialists Suzanne Sackett, Alexis Peterson and Paige Walzer, taking place at Peace.
Students will learn a variety of new artistic techniques and vocabulary words, adding to their overall creative development – in addition to having fun just getting “messy!” Open to children going into Kindergarten through 4th grade.
Cost: $100

Junk Journaling Workshop (5-8th grade)
2026-07-28 13:00 - 14:30, 2026-07-30 13:00 - 14:30, 2026-08-04 13:00 - 14:30, 2026-08-06 13:00 - 14:30
Cost: $25 per session or $95 for four
This creative junk journaling workshop is designed for middle schoolers (5th–8th grade) to transform “trash” into a personal treasure. In this class, students will break away from the pressure of a blank white page and learn to see artistic potential in everyday scraps like old books, maps, ticket stubs and packaging.
All materials are provided, including a journal and “junk buffet” of vintage papers, stickers, and washi tape, though students are encouraged to bring their own sentimental scraps (like movie stubs or candy wrappers) to make it truly their own. Students are also invited to bring their own water bottle and snack. Open to children going into 5-8th grades.
Class taught by Suzanne Sackett and will be held in either the Peace Makery or the Friendship Room.
