About our program
About WRE
A typical WRE class consists of singing, flag and Bible pledges, prayer, games, snacks, prizes, Bible teaching, as well as memory work.
The lessons are non-denominational in nature and taught from the Bible. WRE students are presented a Bible to use at home. Bibles, curriculum and materials are provided at class. Students also receive a WRE T-Shirt each year.
The students wear their T-shirts to school on WRE days and are always excited to do so. Currently about one third of the elementary school enrollment is attending the WRE program. For many this is the only Christian education they ever receive.
Adult alumni of WRE now profess that this program later made a big difference in the development of the most important relationship in their life; The Lord Jesus
Christ.
Community
WRE operates with the support of qualified volunteers, donations, and community partnerships.
They are crucial to our work.
Churches
Owen County and area Christian churches are also a big part of the WRE program. Snacks and prizes are donated by many of our church donors, as well as funding.
If your church is not involved in the life of young people, WRE is an opportunity for you. WRE strongly desires and encourages the students to seek a church to attend if they are not already attending. Churches are also encouraged to reach out to our youth. They are the future of our culture and community.
Schools
Currently every Elementary School in Owen County is involved in the Weekday Religious Education Program (WRE). Spencer Elementary School (SES), Gosport Elementary School (GES), Patricksburg Elementary School (PES) and McCormick’s Creek Elementary School (MCES) grades 1-6 participate in the WRE program through most of the school year.
All WRE classes are held off site but nearby the schools. Students attend WRE after their lunch period and opt out of their noon recess. Currently Spencer and Gosport WRE students walk to class. Patricksburg and McCormick’s Creek students take a short bus ride to class.The program sponsors thanks the School Corporation and the bus transportation system for their cooperation with the WRE program in Owen County.
Your support can make a difference
The WRE program operating expense is about $25,000 per year. The program is funded by offerings of the members through sponsorship, churches, businesses, community organizations and individuals.
