Children

Worship and Community

Our congregation aims to nurture faith in children through including them in a welcoming, safe community where they are known, cared for, and reminded of God’s love. Children are always welcome in worship—it’s one of the ways they learn some of the rhythms of the Christian faith. And we don’t expect them to be always silent!

The nursery on the first floor is also available for families to use at any time. A speaker system allows parents who stay there to hear the service. November 16, 2025

Nursery Care Available for Young Children

Nursery care is available during worship on Sunday mornings for children age 3 and under. Two paid staff alternate weeks working in the nursery from 11h00 to 13h00. Children are always welcome in worship, but for families who wish, this option will now be available. Contact the church office with any questions.

Church School

For church school, we meet each Sunday during the school year (except on the first of each month, when worship is in the evening, and during school vacations). There are two classes—one for ages 3-8, and one for 9 through confirmation age— both meeting in the top floor classrooms. Children begin the worship service with their families and return to the sanctuary in time for Communion.. Each week’s lesson is based on the same Bible texts used in worship.

The congregation tried out the new schedule for church school, with children participating in the service until Communion and beginning classes at about noon. We took some time to evaluate our experience with the schedule; many attended a forum on this topic or filled out an online survey.

We are aware that there is no arrangement that works perfectly for everyone, but the Council felt this approach both honors our congregation’s broad commitment to include children in worship and recognizes that the ability to engage with the service increases as children grow.

Thanks to all who contributed feedback over the past weeks!