First Pres Children’s Ministry
Our Mission
First Presbyterian Children’s Ministry exists to partner with parents as they shepherd their children to know and walk with Jesus for a lifetime, develop their sense of belonging in the church community, and make Jesus known wherever they are.
SUNDAY WORSHIP
Nursery: Infants - Age 3
Nursery classes are offered for the entirety of the worship services, where nursery children begin to learn the rhythms of corporate worship through singing, prayer, and play.
Sunday School offers age-appropriate care and teaching for infants through 3-year-olds. Sunday School begins at 10:15 AM.
Nursery Care serves children under 18 months
Bridge (18 months–2 years) teaches basic truths about the God who made and loves us
Beginners (2s) and Explorers (3s) explore God’s family and His promise from Adam through Joseph.
SUNDAY WORSHIP
Elementary: Pre-K - 5th Grade
Pre-K–1st grade may attend Children’s Church during the sermon to learn about worshiping God together. Children begin in the service with their families, check in during the Doxology, and return after the sermon. Children in 2nd grade and above remain in the service with their families.
Each Sunday School class helps children grow in their knowledge of God and His Word. Sunday School begins at 10:15 AM.
PreK–Kindergarten learn about Moses and God’s rescue of Israel
1st–2nd grade learn to obey God through stories of prophets and kings
3rd grade discover the greatness and goodness of God the Father
4th–5th grade explore the life and teachings of Christ in the Gospels.
VOLUNTEER WITH US
We love to have volunteers join us in investing in our children through the various aspects of our Children's Ministry! All volunteers are required to go through a screening process and participate in training.
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY NEWSLETTER
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Upcoming Children’s Events!
SAFETY
Your child’s safety is a top priority in Children’s Ministry. All volunteers complete applications, references, background checks, and regular child protection training. We also use KidCheck for secure check-in and check-out. Create a KidCheck account to make weekly check-in quick and easy.
FIRST-TIME VISITORS
We are glad to have your family join us! Visit our check in stations in our nursery or on the sanctuary level to meet Children’s ministry staff and volunteers, fill out a first-time guest card, check in your children, and find out where to go. We can’t wait to meet you!
Children’s Ministry Staff
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Jessica Livermore
Children’s Ministry Director
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Heather Williams
Children’s Ministry Assistant