Children & Families

Our staff are trained, responsible, and passionate about caring for children. We welcome children in worship and do not mind wiggling in the Sanctuary. However, we understand if sometimes a young one needs a different place to be. Our nursery is a safe, inviting place for the youngest members of our church family, welcoming ages 6 weeks through 24 months. Children may be dropped off beginning 10 minutes before the service starts.

• Mission Campus (all services): Room 114
• Antioch Campus: Nursery

Our curriculum is Bible-based and designed to make God’s word relevant to young children (ages 2-5). While there is no structured curriculum offered for preschool ages during the Gathering, children up to age 5 are welcome in child care.

• Mission Campus 9 a.m. service: Room 106
• Mission Campus 11 a.m. service: Room 114
• Mission Campus 4 p.m. service (The Gathering): Room 114
• Antioch Campus 9:30 a.m. service: Room 117

Children will be grouped according to grade level with trained teachers each week using engaging curriculum. Bible lessons, songs, games and more help children to grow in their faith and learn the life-giving news of Jesus’ love.

• Mission Campus: 9 a.m. service (locations vary; come check-in at Children’s Ministry to find which classroom you’ll be in). Curriculum by Orange, First Look and 252 will allow children in K-6th grades to follow the same Bible story in each class, so families can engage together and discuss lessons at home.
• Antioch Campus: 9:30 a.m. service, Room 117

Morning Stars Choir (Grades K-6) meets select Sunday mornings from 10-10:30 a.m in Room 14 (immediately following Sunday School/Lighthouse). Children will sing in worship periodically, and help serve as worship leaders as much as possible. Contact Jenny Hull, our director, to get involved.

More Children’s Music Opportunities

Kids held a special place in Jesus’s heart. They hold a special place in ours, too. We think ALL kids are pretty amazing, uniquely created to do wonderful things. Regardless of the physical, mental or emotional challenges your child may face, we are committed to walking alongside families so that your child may know the love God has for them. Our one-on-one buddy system encourages kids of all ages and abilities to be a part of our Sunday mornings. Our Sensory Room at Mission Campus (Room 204) offers an area of respite, providing calming activities and a quiet space for retreat. Everyone is welcome.

Parents sometimes need a quiet, comfortable space to nurse, change diapers or step out of worship for any reason with their babies. At Mission Campus, the Nursing Room (217) is located directly across from the Chapel. At Antioch Campus, parents are invited to use the cozy library space, right next to the Sanctuary. The Sunday morning services are livestreamed at both locations so you won’t miss anything.

The Family Lounge in Room 201 at the Mission Campus is an inviting spot for kids and adults to read, learn, create and play—stocked with games, creative projects, curated books and comfy seating. The Family Lounge has a “prayer wall” to encourage kids and adults to explore, listen, dream, wrestle with and learn about prayer and faith. It’s also a place for parents to hang out and get to know one another. Sunday morning services are livestreamed in the Family Lounge so you don’t miss anything.