JESUS SAID, "LET THE LITTLE CHILDREN COME TO ME..."
Matthew 19:14
Our Core beliefs
Parents are the primary evangelizers and disciplers of their children.
This means that, while the church certainly has a part to play in helping and equipping parents in this work, it is Dad's and Mom's responsibility to lead their children to Christ and in the life of Christ.
Families should experience worship and the other "rhythms" of the church together - not separately.
Children need to see their parents worshiping, praying, singing, reading scripture, and relating to other brothers and sisters in the body. We know that this gets messy, noisy, distracting, even frustrating at times - but the fruit of families engaged in the life of the church together rather than segmented out is deeper, richer, and more rewarding than would be the case otherwise.
The Church is called to equip the saints for the work of ministry.
Believing parents (saints) are to be about the ministry of raising their children in the fear of the Lord. Some families are a little further down the road here than others - that's okay! And it’s even to be desired because this is where the beauty of the body at work is clearly seen. We want to be a place of grace and compassion that partners with parents wherever they are on their journey (new believers to seasoned, mature believers) and equip them with resources, examples, and teaching to be about this great work.
This means that, while the church certainly has a part to play in helping and equipping parents in this work, it is Dad's and Mom's responsibility to lead their children to Christ and in the life of Christ.
Families should experience worship and the other "rhythms" of the church together - not separately.
Children need to see their parents worshiping, praying, singing, reading scripture, and relating to other brothers and sisters in the body. We know that this gets messy, noisy, distracting, even frustrating at times - but the fruit of families engaged in the life of the church together rather than segmented out is deeper, richer, and more rewarding than would be the case otherwise.
The Church is called to equip the saints for the work of ministry.
Believing parents (saints) are to be about the ministry of raising their children in the fear of the Lord. Some families are a little further down the road here than others - that's okay! And it’s even to be desired because this is where the beauty of the body at work is clearly seen. We want to be a place of grace and compassion that partners with parents wherever they are on their journey (new believers to seasoned, mature believers) and equip them with resources, examples, and teaching to be about this great work.
SERVE IN KIDS MINISTRY
FAQ'S
Do you have childcare during the 10:30am Sunday Service?
Yes! We currently serve children ages 6 months through 5th grade. Children ages 6 months to 5 years old should be checked in and dropped off in their class before the service. Children in 1st through 5th grade should be checked in before the service starts, and they will go to their classrooms after worship!
Will you serve a snack during the Sunday childcare time?
Yes, we provide a nut-free snack in all of our children's classes. If your child has dietary restrictions, please let their teacher know when signing them in. We have disposable cups for water should they get thirsty. Should your child need an exception to this policy, please email our director at brittanie@jicc.us. Babies are the exception to this policy and will be given whatever beverages or snacks the parent provides.
Do you have any safety protocols?
Yes, all of our volunteers go through a screening process, including a background check. We also have cameras set up in our Children's Ministry rooms, and a security team.
Yes! We currently serve children ages 6 months through 5th grade. Children ages 6 months to 5 years old should be checked in and dropped off in their class before the service. Children in 1st through 5th grade should be checked in before the service starts, and they will go to their classrooms after worship!
Will you serve a snack during the Sunday childcare time?
Yes, we provide a nut-free snack in all of our children's classes. If your child has dietary restrictions, please let their teacher know when signing them in. We have disposable cups for water should they get thirsty. Should your child need an exception to this policy, please email our director at brittanie@jicc.us. Babies are the exception to this policy and will be given whatever beverages or snacks the parent provides.
Do you have any safety protocols?
Yes, all of our volunteers go through a screening process, including a background check. We also have cameras set up in our Children's Ministry rooms, and a security team.