I am so grateful that you choose to serve with Mission Kids. Each week for an hour and a half, we have an opportunity to share the love of Jesus with the littles in our church. And that work matters - it impacts what the rest of their day will look like and how their family carries on through the week.

I pray that as you prepare to serve, you open yourself to what these simple truths are saying to you, as well. At the end of the day, we always come back to our mission statement: We long for our children to never know a day apart from the love of Christ. I long for you, too, to never know a day apart from his love. May his goodness and mercy be so apparent to you. May you come to more intimately know your calling as a son or daughter through caring for the young sons and daughters in our church.

Thank you for being the hands and feet of Jesus. May the Lord bless you, and may his face shine upon you.
- Courtney

Consider this your hub for all things serving in Mission Kids. All resources and lessons can be found here.

Seedlings

Our littlest ones! Babies at this age enjoy repetition, learning how to solve simple problems, and beginning to focus and reach for things. They also are starting to differentiate between caretakers and “strangers,” so kindness and patience for tears and knowing when to text a parent is necessary.

Sprouts

This room is full of play! Walking but not quite talking, these children are beginning to show curiosity about new things, retain memories through their senses, and learning about their body’s limitations and boundaries. We have music, story, and prayer time. (*For Saturday services, Seedlings and Sprouts are combined.)

At the core of Mission Kids is the desire for our children to never know a day apart from the love of Christ. Every week for about an hour, we have the opportunity to foster an environment for our children to explore their relationship with Jesus Christ. While this outline will give you an idea of how to structure your time, we encourage you to be intentional, playful, and joyful with the children in your room. The basic message to communicate is simple: Jesus loves you. God loves you.

Buds

Current Unit: Stories of Jesus

We’re learning how to engage in group settings! It won’t always be perfect, but it is so formative. This age is beginning to learn and sing along to songs, as well as how to take turns in conversation (with a huge emphasis on asking “why” to you!). We provide music time, story & prayer, and an art activity.

Golden Rules

Blooms

Current Unit: Stories of Jesus

Our Pre-K students are bursting with energy! Movement and play is key for them. Children this age are more imaginative, love to play with others, and are seeking autonomy in decisions. Presenting choices as a redirection tool is incredibly helpful for this age. We have music time, story & prayer, art & movement activities.

Golden Rules | Classroom Management

Saplings/Sprigs

Current Unit: Creation

K & 1st grade students are full of questions and more engagement during the lesson. While gaining independence, children this age are interested in making and pleasing friends and identifying likes and dislikes. Singing, dancing, and acting are very helpful tools in learning, while clearly stating and repeating rules helps with group management. We have music time, story & prayer, art & movement activities.

Golden Rules | Classroom Management

Children’s Chapel

Current Unit: Fall Old Testament

2nd - 5th grade students are curious thinkers who are beginning to connect stories of faith with their own experiences. They enjoy asking big “why” and “how” questions and lessons take on a more conversational tone. Lessons often include inviting wonder, encouraging reflection, and creating space for them to share their thoughts. We aim for more consistency for our volunteers in these classrooms as developing relationships helps these children feel more comfortable asking challenging questions.