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At Village Church, we do things a little differently in children’s ministry based on the time of year. See below for details on what is going on in this particular season!
During the school year, our 4 year olds through 4th graders participate in Catechesis of the Good Shepherd…please take just 3 minutes to watch this video to find out more about how your kids participate on Sundays. And below, there’s another important video for parents, along with many more helpful details.
Summer Schedule, 2026
Infant Nursery: 9:00am, 11:00am (ages 0 - 24 months)
Little Lambs Nursery: 9:00am, 11:00am (ages 2 - 3 years old)
Ages 4 - Rising 3rd Graders: 9:00am, 11:00am
This age group will begin the service with their grown ups and be dismissed just before scripture reading. They’ll gather for a time of worship, learning and connection before being brought back into the service to join us for communion.
HOW IT WORKS…
All participating children must be registered prior to the service. Our staff is waiting just inside our main entrance (off Sizemore St) and to the left starting 15 minutes before the service.
Register your child at the check-in table before the service begins.
Nursery children may be dropped off immediately after registration. Both nursery rooms are located UPSTAIRS.
Ages 4 - Rising 3rd Graders will begin service with their grown ups and be dismissed to their teachers just before scripture reading from the sanctuary. This age group will gather in the Fellowship Hall for worship, learning and connection. They will be brought back to the sanctuary by their teachers prior to communion.
Parents of children in the Infant and Little Lambs nurseries may pick up during the Passing of the Peace. Please remember to bring your security tag to your child’s classroom for pick up.*
*Children in the Infant and Little Lambs Nurseries may remain in their classes until the service ends if parents so desire.
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd
During the academic year (September - May), Village Church offers an age-appropriate time of worship for children ages 4 years - 4th grade. Following a hands-on, prayerful approach called Catechesis of the Good Shepherd, our trained catechists and volunteers lead the children in prayer, worship, and the exploration of Scripture. Take a few minutes to learn more in this video!
FAQs
Can My Kids Just Stay With Me?
Children are always welcome to stay in the entire worship service; however, we ask parents to be mindful of other worshipers, especially during the sermon. We invite parents to utilize our check-in room OR “infant care room” (upstairs and to the right) when needed to calm extra loud or wiggly kiddos. Both of these spaces are wired for sound so that parents can continue to listen to the service while children can play more freely. Village Church’s Infant and Little Lambs nurseries serve infants, toddlers, and young preschoolers (through 3 years old) and is lovingly equipped with well-trained and friendly staff/volunteers.
What & When is Family Sunday?
On the 4th Sunday of every month during the academic year, ALL children ages 4 years - 4th grade will begin the worship service with their families. A child-friendly liturgy with coloring and activities will be available to encourage children to engage more fully in the service. Children in the Level 1 Atrium (4 years - Kindergarten) will be dismissed for a children’s worship and prayer time just before the sermon. Nursery and Little Lambs (ages 0 - 3) will be available during the entire service.
What About Safety?
Village Church takes the safety of our children very seriously and we are in strict compliance with the prevention and reporting policies of the Diocese of the Carolinas. Any worker who volunteers with children submits to a thorough background check, provides references, and completes the Ministry Safe sexual abuse prevention training.
NEWCOMERS
Sunday check-in takes just a few minutes, but you can pre-register your kids here if you’d like to save time when you arrive.
Join the Village Kids Team!
Village Church welcomes anyone with a love for Jesus and kids to volunteer! There are jobs for people to help with nursery, preschool, and elementary age children. All volunteers are screened through a background check and references.
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