Sunday School
With over 60 children enrolled, the Sunday School of the Ethical Society of St. Louis is one of the largest Sunday School programs in the Ethical Culture movement. In the program, children from ages 2-18 learn to respect the inherent worth of every human being and to develop those values that will integrate them into the greater human family.
Times
The Sunday School meets every Sunday from mid-September to the end of May from 10:00 a.m. to noon.
Core Values
The Ethical Society's core values are an essential part of the Sunday School curricula.
Sunday School for Ages 2 to 18
The program encourages children to explore and define their own values and beliefs by learning about humanity's past and present values, spiritual traditions, and experiences and imaginings. The curriculum revisits topics throughout a child's religious education, exploring themes age-appropriately and with an emphasis on inquisitive thought, the central role of ethics to all religion, and the interconnectedness of life.
- Preschool and Pre-Kindergarten: A Time to Grow — includes "Infants and Toddlers: Childcare and Becoming Acquainted" and "Pre-K: Love Your Neighbor"
- Elementary (K-5): A Time for Discovery — The elementary students will explore Ethical Culture, world religions, character education, and community service
- Middle School (6-7): Exploring the Emerging Self — Our middle school students will more deeply explore Ethical Culture's origins
- Grade 8: A Coming of Age Year — The regular curriculum culminates in the eighth-grade "Coming of Age" year. Students in this class participate in a concentrated year of study and fun that helps them develop an independent, ethical identity. The "Coming of Age" students celebrate their growth in a Platform Ceremony in May.
- High School (Youth Group): Discovering our Potential — The Ethical Society of St. Louis Youth Group consists of students in grades 9-12, and it meets every Sunday morning for two hours. The program offers a safe, respectful, and confidential environment where group members can freely discuss and explore topics important to teens.
Sunday School Newsletter
See the latest Sunday School newsletter with lively articles and information written by the students. A new edition will arrive every six weeks or so, and will be mailed with the Weekly.
More Information
For more information on our program, email the director (
), or call the Society office at 314-991-0955, ext. 216.