Growing Children in Christ
Birth to 5th grade
If you're like most parents, you have probably wondered, "Are my kids really growing in their faith?"
You're not the first parent to ask yourself that and you won't be the last. As a ministry, we also have to ask ourselves, "How do we do that?"
A child growing in their faith is the "big win" for you as a parent and us as a ministry. It's the one thing that we, as a ministry team (and you as a parent), want to achieve. As we develop curriculum and special events throughout the year, the goal of growing a child's faith is what we keep in mind at all times.
So, what is our definition of the "big win?" It is when a child takes a step toward owning their faith.
We say "take a step" for a reason. Spiritual growth isn't like school where you attend class for two semesters and move up a grade the following year. This is a life-long journey and no two journeys are identical. We win anytime a child takes a single step closer to owning their own faith.
You're not the first parent to ask yourself that and you won't be the last. As a ministry, we also have to ask ourselves, "How do we do that?"
A child growing in their faith is the "big win" for you as a parent and us as a ministry. It's the one thing that we, as a ministry team (and you as a parent), want to achieve. As we develop curriculum and special events throughout the year, the goal of growing a child's faith is what we keep in mind at all times.
So, what is our definition of the "big win?" It is when a child takes a step toward owning their faith.
We say "take a step" for a reason. Spiritual growth isn't like school where you attend class for two semesters and move up a grade the following year. This is a life-long journey and no two journeys are identical. We win anytime a child takes a single step closer to owning their own faith.
Owning Your Faith
To encourage a child to own their own faith we must first teach them four spiritual habits:
We count it as a win whenever a kid takes a step toward owning their faith by practicing one, or maybe even all four, of these spiritual habits.
- Spend time with God. This means opening the Bible on their own, having conversations with God on their own, and/or discovering how they best connect with God through worship on their own.
- Spend time with others. Engaging in healthy community can, and should, be a spiritual habit we help our kids develop. This is about growing in Christlike relationships with everyone.
- Use your gifts. Kids need to know that God made them unique and special with really specific gifts, talents, passions and resources. And they need to be encouraged to use these gifts to love God, love others and influence the world around them.
- Share your story. Kids need to learn how to talk about God with others. Sharing your story is a spiritual habit of making faith a regular topic of conversation in their lives.
We count it as a win whenever a kid takes a step toward owning their faith by practicing one, or maybe even all four, of these spiritual habits.


Sunday Mornings
9:00 & 10:30 AM
Nursery
For the first 2+ years of life, we focus on making a child’s and parent’s experience at church a positive and safe one! We offer our nursery at 9:00 and 10:30 AM.
Preschool
During the Sunday morning services at 9:00 and 10:30 AM we offer a preschool ministry where kids can learn about Jesus at their level.
Elementary (K-5th grade)
Kids (K-5th grade) will meet for fun, engaging and kid-friendly worship services during the Sunday morning services at 9:00 and 10:30 AM.
NOTE: We offer a soundproof cry room (located in the back of the Worship Center) that parents can use if they want to keep young children with them during services.
Security & Your Child
We take the security of the children in our care very seriously. Parents, please stop by the Checkpoint Station at the entrance to the Education Wing and we will create a name badge for your child and assign them to the appropriate class. From there we can direct you to that class or answer any questions that you may have.
What is Checkpoint?
Checkpoint is a computerized check-in system for those children attending our Sunday morning Bible classes. Checkpoint produces name badges/security tags for each individual child who attends a class. Name badges/security tags are coded with numbers and are used during the check-in and check-out process to match child and parent. In addition, Checkpoint assigns each child to the appropriate class and prints that information on the child’s name badge along with any allergies, special needs or concerns.
Volunteers & Staff
All volunteers and staff that work in the Kids Ministry are required to undergo a thorough background check before allowing them to teach, or be in contact with, your children.
What is Checkpoint?
Checkpoint is a computerized check-in system for those children attending our Sunday morning Bible classes. Checkpoint produces name badges/security tags for each individual child who attends a class. Name badges/security tags are coded with numbers and are used during the check-in and check-out process to match child and parent. In addition, Checkpoint assigns each child to the appropriate class and prints that information on the child’s name badge along with any allergies, special needs or concerns.
Volunteers & Staff
All volunteers and staff that work in the Kids Ministry are required to undergo a thorough background check before allowing them to teach, or be in contact with, your children.
If you have any questions, please contact Carrie Wiley or Cindy Baker.
Service Opportunities
Become a Kids Ministry Volunteer!
A great place to serve the church is in the Kids Ministry!
Volunteering in the Kids Ministry helps you grow in your faith and provides a rewarding experience of guiding young minds. And you'll get to know a lot of great people along the way!
We will supply you with everything you need to be successful. We're talking about training, curriculum, support, cool t-shirts... the works! We're here to guide and support you every step of the way!
We will supply you with everything you need to be successful. We're talking about training, curriculum, support, cool t-shirts... the works! We're here to guide and support you every step of the way!
Each new volunteer shadows a KidsMin Leader to learn what's expected.
After a few weeks of mentoring and training, volunteers begin work in their chosen role of Leader, Co-Leader, or Special Needs Buddy. And don't worry about coming up with a lesson plan—each week's curriculum is planned and shared with every volunteer leading up to Sunday morning!
Interested? Please click the button below to see what opportunities are available, then complete a quick form to let us know you'd like to learn more! If you have any specific questions, feel free to use the contact form below to reach out to us.
Interested? Please click the button below to see what opportunities are available, then complete a quick form to let us know you'd like to learn more! If you have any specific questions, feel free to use the contact form below to reach out to us.
WCC Moms
All mamas are welcome (pregnant ladies through moms of 5th graders)! We generally meet every third Wednesday of the month in the Youth Center from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. Childcare will be provided.
Each month, we will have a potluck dinner. Please let us know what you plan to bring! Contact Amy Carter for more information.
Each month, we will have a potluck dinner. Please let us know what you plan to bring! Contact Amy Carter for more information.
Momversation!
Wednesday, September 17 at 6:00 PM
Momversation (6:00 to 8:00 PM). Come hang out, laugh, and connect with other moms. Bring a parenting question (or just come for the company) and let’s chat it out together.

Additional Dates:
Quick Wins in the Kitchen (October 15 at 6:00 to 8:00 PM). Hey Mama, if dinner feels like the hardest part of your day—you’re not alone! Join us as we hear from a certified health and wellness coach share her favorite time-saving tricks, go-to pantry staples, and quick hacks to make mealtime way easier (and less stressful).
Five Love Languages of Kids (November 12 at 6:00 to 8:00 PM). Every child feels and shows love in their own unique way. Discover the Five Love Languages of Kids and learn practical ways to connect with your child’s heart.
Cookie Decorating (December 17 at 6:00 to 8:00 PM). Celebrate the season with cookie decorating, laughter, and fellowship! A sweet night for moms to connect and remember the joy of Christmas.
Five Love Languages of Kids (November 12 at 6:00 to 8:00 PM). Every child feels and shows love in their own unique way. Discover the Five Love Languages of Kids and learn practical ways to connect with your child’s heart.
Cookie Decorating (December 17 at 6:00 to 8:00 PM). Celebrate the season with cookie decorating, laughter, and fellowship! A sweet night for moms to connect and remember the joy of Christmas.
Our current Bible study series:
In Season
August 2025
Each season—fall, winter, spring, and summer—brings something unique and wonderful. From leaves changing colors to flowers blooming or animals hibernating, the changing seasons remind us that no matter what, God is with us through it all. In this 4-week series, kids will discover how we can respond to God in every season of life.
They’ll learn that God’s words are always in season, God leads us in every season, God hears us no matter the season, and we can thank God for every season.
They’ll learn that God’s words are always in season, God leads us in every season, God hears us no matter the season, and we can thank God for every season.
Kids Ministry classes meet at 9:00 & 10:30 AM every Sunday.

Start Here
Baptism Class for Kids on Sunday, Sept. 28 at 4:00 PM
Kids have questions about a lot of things, including questions about Jesus and faith. How can we equip parents to have significant faith conversations at home? What if parents and kids need a place to start?
The START HERE class will help equip parents to lead their children to Christ and help kids answer some of their questions: What is baptism? Why do we need to be baptized? Am I ready to be baptized?
Join us on Sunday, September 28, from 4:00 to 6:00 PM as we "START HERE!" We recommend this class for all families with children aged 8-12 who have started thinking about following Jesus and have questions about baptism.
NOTE: This class is for kids and at least one trusted adult. If you’d like to join us, please register so we know how many to expect.
The START HERE class will help equip parents to lead their children to Christ and help kids answer some of their questions: What is baptism? Why do we need to be baptized? Am I ready to be baptized?
Join us on Sunday, September 28, from 4:00 to 6:00 PM as we "START HERE!" We recommend this class for all families with children aged 8-12 who have started thinking about following Jesus and have questions about baptism.
NOTE: This class is for kids and at least one trusted adult. If you’d like to join us, please register so we know how many to expect.

Vacation Bible School was amazing!
Big thanks to everyone who helped make VBS 2025 possible
Vacation Bible School 2025 was fantastic!
We averaged over 320 kids every night with about 200+ volunteers. The kids learned about Jesus, sang, played outside, made crafts, made friends, and had a ton of fun! We are so thankful to everyone who helped make VBS possible. Thank you for your prayers, donations, and time. As soon as we have details for VBS 2026, we will post that information here.
See you next year!
We averaged over 320 kids every night with about 200+ volunteers. The kids learned about Jesus, sang, played outside, made crafts, made friends, and had a ton of fun! We are so thankful to everyone who helped make VBS possible. Thank you for your prayers, donations, and time. As soon as we have details for VBS 2026, we will post that information here.
See you next year!