BLESSINGS SUNDAY: CELEBRATING MILESTONES
Sunday, August 24 | 10 am
We are delighted to kick-off the new school year by celebrating three important Faith Formation milestones.
- Kindergarten Blessing: welcome them into worship and invite them to begin leaving the service early to learn more about God's love in Children's Worship.
- 3rd Grade Bible Presentation: present them with their own Bible and invite them to begin sitting through worship with the congregation.
- 6th Grade Blessing: bless our students as they transition from Children's Ministry into Youth Ministry.
Register now through Tuesday, August 12 to participate! There will be a required rehearsal on Sunday, August 24 at 9 am for K's, 3rd graders, and 6th graders. (Siblings welcome.)
Potluck Celebration!
Children's Ministry Potluck Celebration!
Sunday, July 27 | 12:30 pm
After worship we'll gather together to enjoy a potluck lunch! And please know that older siblings are welcome to join us! Kindly include them in the headcount below if they are coming.
- Consider bringing kid-friendly food
- Consider bringing something that will not need to be heated
- Sandwich trays are always a good entree option
Please register for the potluck below!
L.O.U. Food Donation
FROM NOW UNTIL AUGUST 10
Please help us collect items for Louisville Outreach for the Unsheltered! On the 10th of August, our K-5 Children's Ministry will be packing tuna sandwich sack lunches to deliver to L.O.U. the same day! Our goal is 75 lunches. Help us make it happen! A drop-off bin will be located in Gathering Hall. For a list of items needed, click the button below to view/download the donation flyer.
Spiritual Transformation
Our Children's Ministry is unique. Open to children ages infancy through 5th grade, this is more than childcare. We believe that children are spiritual beings, created by God to experience God's love in deep relationship with Him. Even the youngest children can and do experience God. The God Centered Model for Spiritual Transformation is a unique model we use with our children. It gives each child the opportunity to encounter God's Living Word, the Bible, and then allows space for that experience to bring them into the very presence and heart of God.
Through activities such as Sacred Circle Time, Holy Listening and Blessing, our children are not only taught Truths from the Bible, these Truths are brought to life in their hearts. They are given space to process the story through play. They are taught to meditate on God's Word and listen for how God is speaking to them. Our trained Holy Listeners give each child a chance to be heard as they share what God is putting on their heart.
Opportunities
Connect
- We offer 10 am Faith Formation Classes for children of all ages every Sunday in person and online.
- Children in 3rd-5th grade are invited to worship in the Sanctuary with their families. We offer Children's Worship during the 9 and 11:15am worship services for children ages K-2nd Grade.
- We offer seasonal opportunities such as VBS in the summer, family missions throughout the year, and special family events for Halloween, Advent, Lent and Christmas.
Grow/Serve
- All of our events and classes are designed in age appropriate ways to help both our children and volunteers to grow in their faith.
- Our children’s ministry offers various mission opportunities throughout the year, including opportunities built into our classes and events, such as putting together gifts for teachers, care packages for the homeless, and gifts for pets in shelters.
- Our weekly offering goes to buy meals for starving children around the world.
Volunteer
- We are always looking for volunteers to help with our ongoing programs and with special events. If you love children, join us! No prior teaching experience necessary.
- We also LOVE our youth and welcome teens to volunteer in the Children's Ministry.
- Volunteers are required to complete Safe Sanctuaries training to ensure the safety of our children.
Sunday Morning
By playing together, serving together, learning together, and praying together, our children build and grow in a steady, spiritual community which seeks to positively transform the world beyond church doors.
In Person
During the 9 & 11:15 am worship services
Kindergarten through 2nd grade:
During the 9 and 11:15 am worship services, Kindergarten - 2nd grade will begin in worship with their families and be called to leave for Children's Worship in the middle of the service.
Sunday Faith Formation at 10 am
During Faith Formation, children will have the opportunity to engage with Scripture through play, art, nature, missions, open discussion, and various spiritual practices. We seek to emphasize the importance of creating safe, sacred spaces for all people, where each individual is heard, seen, and recognized, and, regardless of age, feels comfortable asking difficult questions, sharing their gifts, and asking for help.
Online
10:15 am - 10:35 am | Pre - K through 5th grade
Your kids are invited to join Leanne on Sundays online for a story, prayer and time to play and connect!
Same link each week: ccum.net/kidzoom
Perfect for the weeks that you're out of town, sick or have conflicts, or too tired to get dressed and can't make it in-person!
About PSALM Kids Children's Music
Children Pre-K through 5th grade experience God’s love and develop musical and other skills through singing, ringing, games, activities and leading in worship.
Wednesday Evenings | 6 - 7:15 pm
- Resumes August 21
Safe Sanctuary Training Videos
We believe that God intends for us to welcome and protect children, students and vulnerable adults, and to support those who minister to them as volunteers and employees. Completion of Safe Sanctuaries training is required prior to working with children and youth at Christ Church.
Safe Sanctuaries Training Overview
Safe Sanctuaries Training Video
Children's Ministry Staff
Max Childers
Children's Ministry Coordinator: Early Childhood and Holy Listening
office: (502) 657-0357