About Blacknall Children’s Ministry

Blacknall Children’s Ministry exists to disciple children in the way of Jesus, to help adults and children worship together, to integrate children into community life, and to strengthen the home-church partnership. We serve children from birth through 5th grade. (Visit our Youth Ministry page to see what we offer children in 6th through 12th grades.)

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We have programming for children during both Sunday worship services at 8:30 & 11 a.m., as well as during our Sunday School hour from 10 - 10:45 a.m.

The programming we offer depends on your child's age; see what is available for each age group below. All of our classes are well-attended and well-supervised, and we’d love to see you there! Of course, children are always welcome to stay with you in the service if that is what works best for your family. If you ever need help, find a Deacon in a red vest who can assist you in finding anything you need.

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Worship: Our nursery opens 15 minutes before each service. You may check in at the nursery desk downstairs at any point during either service.
Sunday School: Sunday School runs from 10 - 10:45 a.m. Check in at the nursery desk downstairs and we will introduce you to the teachers and the class.

Worship: Children in Pre-K (4) and early elementary school are invited to join their parents for the first part of the main worship service. We have fidget toys, books, and coloring pages available in the back of the sanctuary. About 30 minutes into the service, your child will be invited to come to the front of the Sanctuary to receive a Children’s Blessing. Then, children will be escorted to Children’s Worship. If your child is new, you’re welcome to walk with them. You’ll pick them up from Rooms 105/112 located right below the Sanctuary when the service is over.
Sunday School: We have three different classes available during the Sunday School hour (10-10:45) for this age group. Our Bugs class (Pre-K (4)) meets on the nursery floor. Our Kindergarten and 1st class meets in Room 111. Our 2nd grade class meets in room 102. Newcomers are always welcome and you can sign up at your child’s class.

Worship: We believe it is valuable for children and adults to worship together and that children are typically ready to sit through a worship service around 3rd grade. We have fidget toys, books, and coloring pages available in the back of the sanctuary to aid in this. We are committed to fostering an environment that welcomes our children as they are, wiggles and all!
Sunday School: We have boys and girls classes for this age group during our Sunday School hour (between 10 and 10:45). Our third through fifth grade boys class meets in room 110. Our third through fifth grade girls class meets in room 109. Newcomers are always welcome and you can sign up at the class!

Our Ministry Priorities

Belonging

Community & Evangelism

Before spiritual formation can take place, children (and their caregivers) need to feel that they belong. These ministries exist to help families find their place within our community.

Nursery – A safe, nurturing space for our youngest children, open all morning every Sunday.
Art Club, Dance and Choir— Ministries for elementary-age children that meet Sunday nights and contributes to Sunday morning worship!
Small Groups – Intentional spaces for families to build relationships.
Special Events – Play groups, book clubs, summer camps – opportunities for fun, fellowship, and connection.

Becoming

Discipleship & Spiritual Formation

We serve a living God who continually shapes us to be more like Jesus. Through Sunday morning gatherings and other formational programming, we help children and their families grow in Christ.

Children’s Worship – During both worship services, rising kindergarteners through current 2nd graders have the opportunity to join an immersive, age-appropriate worship experience on the 1st floor (see video below)
Sunday School (Nursery through 5th Grade) – Between the worship services, kids are invited to learn and worship with other children in their same grade in classes throughout the Ground and 1st floor.

Believing

Catechism & Theological Formation

To know God is to love God. We seek to pass down the wisdom of the Christian faith to equip children for lifelong faith in Jesus.

Curious Catechism – A hands-on, engaging way to learn core faith teachings through Q&A cards meant to spark conversation; curated by our pastoral leadership at Blacknall.