Children's Ministry
At St. Andrew, we believe faith begins at home and grows in community. Children’s Ministry is a joyful place for kids (birth–5th grade), their friends, and their families to connect, learn, play, and grow in faith—Sunday and Wednesday, and at special events throughout the year. Our programs help kids hear and experience God’s abundant love and practice following Jesus in everyday life. All are welcome.
Our Approach
We live our mission—You matter. You belong. We care.—by creating safe, welcoming spaces where kids are known by name, cared for by trusted leaders, and invited to discover the big story of God’s love through music, Bible storytelling, play, prayer, and service. Parents and caregivers are partners in this journey.
Sunday Mornings: Sunday School & Worship Together
Times: 9:00 AM & 10:30 AM (age-3 through 5th grade)
What Sundays Look Like
- Faith Rocks (Large Group): A lively, all-kids worship time led by our 4th–5th graders with songs, Bible storytelling, drama, videos, prayer, and a theme for the day.
- Small Groups (By Age): After Faith Rocks, kids return to classrooms for hands-on activities, curious questions, crafts, games, and guided conversation with volunteer Activity Leaders.
Check-In & Rooms
- Check-In: Stop at the narthex check-in table for a printed nametag.
- Classroom Welcome: Walk kids to their room.
- Room 204: 3–4 year-olds
- Room 205: 5-year-olds, Kindergarten, 1st grade
- Room 206: 2nd–3rd grade
- Room 208: 4th–5th grade
- Faith Rocks: Activity Leaders escort kids to Room 206 for large-group worship.
- Activity Time: Leaders return kids to their classrooms for small-group activities.
- Check-Out: Pick up in the same room you dropped off.
Registration & Serving
We need ~60 volunteers to keep Sunday School joyful and safe. Choose your role and schedule (Prep Team, Welcome Team, Activity Leaders—once a month, twice a month, weekly, or occasionally).
Worship Together Sundays
On these Sundays, there is no Sunday School; instead, children help lead worship—singing, ringing, reading, ushering, sharing prayers, serving communion with family, and more.
- Sep 21 — Bible Sunday (Milestone blessing for 3-year-olds & 3rd graders)
- Oct 19
- Nov 16
- Dec 14 — Christmas Program at the 9:00 AM service
- Jan 11 — Camp Sunday (1st-time camper blessing for 2nd graders)
- Feb 15
- Mar 15 — Prayer & Blessing led by 4-year-olds and caregivers
- Apr 19 — First Communion Celebration
- May 17 — Camp Sunday (wear Spirit in the Pines swag)
Wednesday Nights: Youth Groups & Choirs
Why Wednesdays?
Community, connection, and a lot of fun—plus dinner!
- Dinner: 4:45–6:30 PM in the Fellowship Hall
- 5:00–5:30 PM
- Ring of Fire (Handbell Choir, 4th–6th grade)
- 5:30–6:00 PM
- Shine (Youth Group, 1st–5th grade)
- Starlight Singers (Vocal Choir, ages 3–Kinder)
- 6:00–6:30 PM
- Sonshine Singers (Vocal Choir, 1st–5th grade)
- Pray & Play (Youth Group, ages 3–Kinder)
If you’re looking for a midweek pick-me-up—high-energy games, creative competitions, silly challenges, music, and friends—Wednesday night is the place.
Milestone Ministries
Passing on faith from generation to generation is central to our life together. Milestones help families notice God at work and practice faith at home.
Questions? Contact Arlene Flancher or Shawna Berg
Special Events
Serve & Play Days (Grades 1–8)
When school is out, St. Andrew is on! Kids in 1st – 8th grade can join us from 9 AM – 4 PM for Serve and Play days through the year. We serve others for part of the day and play for part of the day.
Pre-registration is required and the cost varies based on activities. Serve and Play dates for 2025-26 school year are:
- Fri, May 8, 2026
Parents’ Night Out (Ages 1–5th Grade)
Let us care for your kids from 5:00–8:00 PM so you can rest, reconnect, or run errands. We’ll handle dinner, games, crafts, devotions, and more.
Stay tuned for dates for the 2026 - 2027 school year.
Holiday Events for Families
A few times a year we host events for families to gather with the broader St. Andrew community to celebrate together! We’ll have more information about these special events as we get closer to them.
Children’s Ministry Volunteers
Children’s Ministry thrives when many hands shape and nurture faith. If you love welcoming families, telling stories, creating crafts, running games, singing, or simply showing up with a smile—there’s a place for you.
Upcoming Events
Events
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Take the Next Step
However you’re showing up today—thankful, hurting, or somewhere in between—know that you matter to God, and to us.