The heart of children's ministry at our church is to teach kids about who God is and how God's word applies to their lives in creative and memorable ways. Through engaging teaching, supportive environments, and a close-knit small Junior Church, we guide children towards a deeper understanding of what it means to have a genuine relationship with God. We want kids to know that the Bible is full of interesting stories that matter in their lives today, that fun and games are definitely allowed at church, that worship can be fun, and that there are adults in the church who truly want to love and lead them closer to Jesus. In other words, we want them to know that where God is, life is a lot more fun! Each Sunday, we offer a Children's Message just prior to the sermon, where children of all ages are invited to engage in a brief lesson provided by our volunteers. Children are then encouraged to participate in Junior Church, located in the new basement gathering room. We use the Young Children in Worship program, which employs a sensory motor style of storytelling as its primary means of encountering God. God is experienced, not just learned about. The stories are told in a circle with wooden figures and gold "parable boxes" so that they are seen and felt. It provides the appropriate freedom for young children to respond to the stories of God through continued work with story figures and art materials. The space is specifically designed for children and follows an order of worship similar to the adult worship center, but tailored for their needs. Children ages two and up are welcome!