Christian Formation (Sunday School)

Christian Formation (Ages 5-12)

At St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, our Christian Formation program is designed to create a strong foundation for a successful life, guided by faith. Our goal is to empower children in our community to deepen their relationship with the Lord, fostering a strong sense of family and equipping them with the values needed for their future, specifically emphasizing the importance of faith, family, and finance.

Our Sunday School program, for children ages 5-12, takes place every Sunday from 10:00 to 11:00 AM. We use a structured, Biblically-based curriculum to help young people understand God's Word and how it applies to their lives. Each lesson is crafted to be engaging and age-appropriate, encouraging spiritual growth and community. Through stories, discussions, and activities, we help children develop their faith and learn to live as disciples of Christ. We believe this foundation in faith, family, and financial wisdom will help them throughout their lives and into their careers.

Sunday School Weekly Breakdown (September 2025 - May 2026)

Here is a breakdown of the weekly themes for the upcoming Sunday School year.

September 7, 2025: God's Creation
September 14, 2025: Noah's Ark
September 21, 2025: The Call of Abraham
September 28, 2025: Joseph's Coat
October 5, 2025: Moses and the Burning Bush
October 12, 2025: The Ten Commandments
October 19, 2025: David and Goliath
October 26, 2025: Jonah and the Big Fish
November 2, 2025: The Birth of Jesus Foretold
November 9, 2025: The Baptism of Jesus
November 16, 2025: The Good Samaritan
November 23, 2025: The Prodigal Son
November 30, 2025: The Annunciation to Mary
December 7, 2025: John the Baptist Prepares the Way
December 14, 2025: Mary Visits Elizabeth
December 21, 2025: The Birth of Jesus
December 28, 2025: The Visit of the Magi
January 4, 2026: Jesus as a Boy in the Temple
January 11, 2026: The Baptism of Jesus
January 18, 2026: The Calling of the Disciples
January 25, 2026: Jesus Calms the Storm
February 1, 2026: Jesus Heals the Sick
February 8, 2026: The Parable of the Sower
February 15, 2026: The Beatitudes
February 22, 2026: The Transfiguration
March 1, 2026: Jesus Enters Jerusalem
March 8, 2026: The Last Supper
March 15, 2026: Jesus' Crucifixion
March 22, 2026: The Resurrection
March 29, 2026: The Road to Emmaus
April 5, 2026: Jesus Appears to Thomas
April 12, 2026: The Ascension of Jesus
April 19, 2026: Pentecost
April 26, 2026: The Early Church
May 3, 2026: Peter Heals a Lame Man
May 10, 2026: Paul's Conversion
May 17, 2026: The Fruit of the Spirit
May 24, 2026: The Armor of God
May 31, 2026: The New Jerusalem

Minister Yusuf Ali Buckley Biography

Minister Yusuf A. Buckley Sr. is a dedicated minister and community leader. A lifelong resident of Racine, WI, he is a husband to Tina Buckley and a father of three children. He was ordained into the ministry in November 2014 and holds an Associates Degree in Business Management from Gateway Technical College, where he graduated with a 3.83 GPA.

A passionate community activist, Minister Buckley has served on the board of directors for several nonprofit organizations, including the Racine Kenosha Community Action Agency, the Racine Branch of the NAACP, and the Racine Interfaith Coalition. He is also a founding member of the African American Round Table of Leaders. His commitment to serving others is also reflected in his work as the Racine County Jail program coordinator.

He is a man of strong faith whose ministry and community work are driven by his commitment to God and serving those in need.