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Families & Children
Our mission is to nurture children toward a growing faith in Jesus Christ.
At DaySpring, we teach children to receive and respond to Jesus' immense love for them and for the world. As they learn to pray, engage with Scripture, and participate in activities, children are encouraged to grow in their relationship with Christ and live out their faith in the life of the church.
Spiritual Formation Classes: Under Construction!
This fall, we're exploring the StoryMakers Isaiah Zine as families and groups!
"A throne will be
established
in steadfast love."
Isaiah 16:5
Join us on Wednesdays from 6:30-7:15 PM for an open group where anyone is welcome to join at any time. We meet in the chapel. Childcare for 0-3 year olds is available in the toddler worship care room during StoryMakers.
Parents can either stay and participate or attend Pastor Eric's Bible study on Acts. While the StoryMakers Zine is designed for K-5th graders, we'll creatively adjust activities to engage all ages. Younger children can enjoy crafts and puppets, while older kids can dive into the conversation prompts.
For questions, feel free to reach out to Amy Everett.
Worship
During the 11 AM worship service, childcare staff and lay helpers provide care for babies through preschool-aged children. All adults who work with children have received training and have passed a background check.​
Intergenerational participation in worship is a core ministry at DaySpring. Each fall we welcome our Kindergarteners to the worship service, guiding them in learning and participating in its elements. To help with engagement, children’s bulletins, coloring sheets based on the lectionary texts, crayons, and clipboards are available in the Children's Corner in the Narthex.
Children and youth play an active role in leading worship each week by chiming the hour and collecting the offering. They also lead in other ways throughout the year.
Summer Opportunities
Our 4-year-olds through 5th graders deepen their love for God and neighbor at Compassion Camp in June, while our 3rd through 6th graders travel to Passport Kids Camp in July. Susan Thrift, our talented Music Minister, leads a K-6th children's choir on Sunday mornings, sharing her musical gifts with the children while the adult choir takes a break.
