WELCOME TO EKIDZ!

EKIDZ exists to partner with God and parents in fostering a child’s personal relationship with God through dynamic worship, Bible teaching, small groups and activations, and most of all through loving leaders who are committed to seeing and treating children as they truly are – masterpieces who are filled with Holy Spirit and dearly loved by Father God. We introduce Father God, as revealed by Jesus, to children who may not know Him. We want kids to know God – not just know about Him! The truths that God is good and each child’s identity and value is rooted in Jesus Christ are pillars of this ministry.

AGE GROUPS

NURSERY

6 weeks – 2 years

Our Nursery room is filled with volunteers equipped to love and care for your baby in a safe, worshipful environment. Your little one will receive much loving attention! Our goal is for you to feel confident dropping off your child, so that you can enter into worship and encounter God in an incredible way.
Our Nursery room is filled with age-appropriate toys to spark imagination in a loving, and safe environment filled with God's Presence. Your toddler will have fun as they enjoy a time of worship and lesson. We understand this is your child's church and as they develop an understanding of church, we want them to know it's a safe place where they will be celebrated as they learn foundational truths about their Creator who loves them so very much and is with them ALWAYS!

PRESCHOOL

3 & 4 year-olds

Jesus is our greatest treasure and we can "find" Him with us every day, every moment! We incorporate a time of testimony and sharing to help children cultivate an awareness of God's Presence in their lives. Children will continue to learn the foundational truths that God Made Me, God Loves Me, and Jesus Wants To Be My Friend Forever through their worship and lesson time.

IGNITE

Kindergarten through 5th grade

We want kids in IGNITE to have a blast encountering God - hearing His voice and sensing His Presence. We have dynamic, kid-led worship followed by a time of Bible teaching that focuses on engaging children. Our small group activities incorporate hands-on learning to help children internalize the truths they are learning. Kids are given opportunities to hear and encounter Jesus. Our goal is for kids to know God, not just know about Him. We trust Holy Spirit to reveal Himself to these precious kids.

FAQ.

Which services offer ekidz?

EKIDZ is offered Sunday mornings during our 10am service.

WHAT ABOUT CHECK-IN?

You'll find our team ready to greet you at check-in! Check-in begins 20 minutes before each service and check-out lasts for 15 minutes following service end.

what is your security policy?

Upon check-in your child(ren) will receive a security sticker with their name and a number; you will receive a matching parent tag with the same number. You must present this parent claim tag to retrieve your child(ren). Regardless of the role they play, every adult who serves in our EKIDZ Ministry has passed a background check.

MY CHILD IS NERVOUS; CAN I STAY IN THEIR CLASSROOM?

Only background-checked team members are permitted in the classrooms. We have an experienced and loving team who will do their very best to engage your child and help him/her feel comfortable and happy. If your child needs your attention, we will contact you via placing your number (or parent tag) on the screens in the sanctuary.

HOW WILL YOU GET AHOLD OF ME IF MY CHILD NEEDS ME?

The number on your parent tag (needed to pick up your child) will be displayed on the screens in the sanctuary.

WHAT DO I NEED TO DROP OFF WITH MY CHILD?

If your child is still in diapers, we recommend bringing a diaper bag and a bottle/sippy cup.  PLEASE label your diaper bag, AND bottle/cup or any special item belonging to your child. We have masking tape and a marker at the check-in table for you. We provide a nut-free snack in our toddlers and 4s-Kindergarten classes.

WHAT IF MY CHILD HAS ALLERGIES?

If your child has any allergies or dietary restrictions, please let us know at check-in. An Allergy Alert sticker will be placed on your child with the specific allergy/restrictions written on it.

WHAT IS YOUR SICK-CHILD POLICY?

Children with the following symptoms should refrain from participating:
nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, difficulty breathing, fever of 100 degrees or more, runny nose with green discharge, lethargic demeanor and/or inability to participate in activities, sore throat or difficulty swallowing, infected skin, eyes, or an undiagnosed rash, severe itching of body or scalp, and any known or suspected communicable diseases.
Have a question? Send Pastor Hope a quick message.
PASTOR HOPE KIBBE - EKIDZ DIRECTOR