Children's Ministries: Nurturing Faith and Fun

Older children are invited to worship in the sanctuary with their families, enjoy a kid-friendly message, and then spend the remainder of the service in a special quiet play area located within the sanctuary.

For families with toddlers and infants, our Community Room is available and offers live streaming of the service, comfortable seating, and a small play area. The Nursery Room (Room A1, located just off the Narthex) is also open to toddlers and is available for nursing mothers or for families who prefer that option.

At 11:05 a.m. on Sunday mornings, children begin with a time of play in the gym before meeting in one of two age-appropriate groups: ages 3–Kindergarten and elementary-aged children (1st - 5th grade). Each group enjoys a snack and opens with sharing prayer requests and praises. Children then watch a short video connected to the lesson, followed by a brief teaching time and open discussion where they are encouraged to ask questions and share their thoughts. Teachers are encouraged to think outside the box by using crafts, games, music, and movement to help children better understand and engage with the lesson.

Is your child interested in taking an active role in worship? Acolytes bring the light into the sanctuary at the beginning of the service, and then carry it out to the world at the end. Contact Annette Brown for more information about this opportunity for your child to serve. Training and support will be provided.

kids@emmanuelumc.org