Welcome to Children’s Ministry at St. Luke’s.

We partner with parents to raise children who trust God with their hearts, and follow Jesus with their lives. We want the time your child spends with us to be the best hour of their week. Due to COVID-19, we have shifted our ministry strategy for the 2020-2021 school year, and feel confident that we can partner with parents & caregivers in meaningful ways.

Sunday at Home

We miss seeing all of you in-person, but we are thankful for the ways we can still worship together! Every week, a new Bible story video and activities are available for your family to do together at home. Click here to explore our Virtual Treehouse and Clubhouse!" We encourage you to share photos and videos of your time - either by sending us an email or posting in our Facebook Group.

Monthly At-Home Kits

Every month, you can sign up to pick up a special monthly at-home kit that coincides with our theme, Bible stories, and memory verse of the month! You can sign up for both preschool and elementary here.

In-Person Experiences

We miss being together so much, but everyone’s health and safety is very important to us. That is why we plan in-person experiences that allow for connection, fun, and interacting with each other in a safe way! Masks, social distancing, and hand sanitizing required.

Craft & Play - we will gather under the tent when possible, where children can make beautiful creations. The playground will also be open!

Check-In

Please feel free to reach out to the Children’s Ministry Director if you or your child could use an extra check-in! We would love to be an additional support during this time.

Early Years

Elementary

Curriculum

Our STEPS curriculum and programming are designed to move our students through age-appropriate lessons in our Sunday morning programming.

Infants: Treasure
Toddlers: Time
Preschool: Care
Kindergarten - 2nd Grade: Baptism
3rd Grade: The Bible
4th Grade: Lord's Prayer

Guests

If you are a guest, visit our Children's Hospitality Desk located in East Passage just inside Door 16 where your child will receive a name tag and you will receive a parent sticker. This sign-in process ensures the safety of your child. Once signed in, we will walk you to your child's room.

Pre-Register Your Family Here

Safety

St. Luke's prioritizes the safety of our children. We have implemented Safe Sanctuaries practices that include security stickers and volunteer screening. We also have 2-way radios in each room and we regularly perform emergency drills throughout the building. The nursery has at least one staff in each room who is trained in Infant and Pediatric First Aid/CPR. Someone is onhand who is First Aid and CPR certified in each children's area outside of the nursery as well.

Special Needs

St. Luke's provides a small group for families raising children with special needs. These gatherings range from meaningful discussions to fun outings. We are a fun loving group of special families with special children spending special time together. If you are looking for meaningful connections with others in a similar journey, our small group invites you to join us. Childcare is always provided. For more information contact Crystal Hensley .

Childcare

Childcare is offered for many church small groups, classes and other events. Parents desiring childcare should ask the group or event's point of contact about requesting childcare or e-mail childcare@stlukesumc.com for more information. Our dedicated Caregivers love nurturing and engaging with children; each is screened, certified in pediatric CPR/First Aid and trained on safety procedures. Our goal is to reflect the light of Christ and ensure each child feels loved and welcomed while in our care.

Baptism

As one of two United Methodist Sacraments, baptism is a gift from God, given to remind us of the grace of Jesus Christ. Whether we are baptizing a child or an adult, we believe that God’s love for each person began before the foundations of the earth were laid. Through baptism we affirm our role as the family of God in helping one another to know and walk in that love. We ask that parents attend a class prior to their child’s baptism in order to prepare for the commitment they are making, and to connect with other parents with whom they'll share their journey of faith and parenting. Please contact Lauren Hacker with any questions.

Register for Baptism Here

Volunteer

Want to share God’s love, play games, and have endless fun? If you are interested in being a part of the Children’s Ministry team of phenomenal volunteers, email our Children’s Ministry Director, Elyse Haley or call 317-846-3404 ext. 307.