
children's ministries
Children Are Valued at Grace
Children are valued by God and in our church community. At Grace, we meet children where they are, and celebrate the presence and engagement of children in all aspects of our Christian community. We provide quality child care, Sunday School classes, and special events throughout the year. Please contact Pastor Kim Neace, Pastor of Children and Family Ministries, at kim.neace@peopleofgrace.org or 630-355-1748 x 3241 for more information.
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Please register your child/youth for all children and youth programming. This includes Sunday Fundays, KinderTot, Confirmation, Sunday mornings, and all of the music options for children and youth. CLICK HERE to register
Children's Faith Formation
Nursery
During 8:00AM and 10:30AM worship for 6 week-olds to 4-year olds in Room 130
During 9:00AM worship for 6 week-olds to 4-year olds in Room 130
Children Faith Formation Hour
9:15AM to 10:15AM in Room 122
Grow Curriculum for 2-year olds to 4-year olds and Kindergarten to 5th Grade (age by September 1, 2024)
Sunday Fundays
Register at peopleofgrace.org/sundayfunday
9:15AM to 10:15AM in Fellowship Hall on the 3rd Sunday of the month
Vacation Bible Camp type themed days on the 3rd Sunday of the month (except November and February) including fun, games, snack, crafts, and lesson for children 3-years old and fully potty trained to12th grade. (2- years olds welcome with adult.)
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June 15 from 9:15AM to 10:15AM – Summer Fun
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July 20 ***NOTE: This is a Growing in Faith Together Sunday instead – Parents/Grandparents invited
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August 17 from 9:15AM to 10:15AM – School Fun & Backpack Blessings
Faith, Food, and Fun: All Church Picnic
Register at peopleofgrace.org/fatihfoodfunpicnic
Sunday, July 6 from 11:30AM to 1:00PM
You are invited to this all-church event. We will start the morning with outdoor worship at 10:30 AM followed by an ALL-CHURCH picnic. We will have some fun 4th of July themed intergenerational fun together. Be sure to wear your red, white, and blue. Don’t forget your sunglasses, hat, and sunscreen. We will provide the meat with your registration fee. Then, just bring your favorite dish to share. A needs list with various categories will be sent at a later date.
The cost is $5 per person, $20 max per household.
Vacation Bible Camp
Register at peopleofgrace.org/vbcroadtrip
July 14 to July 18 at 9:00AM to 11:30AM
Join us in a fun-filled adventure on the open road, taking all the kids (Travelers) on thrilling journeys to exciting destinations. Led by the Navigator and an adventurous pup Scout, kids will learn that God is always with them. Through engaging stories from the Navigators' Guide (the Bible), Travelers will delve into timeless tales of faith from the Old and New Testaments. Get ready for twists, turns, and excitement as they face new challenges and find strength in God's presence on this unforgettable trip! Register now and learn more by clicking here.
Growing in Faith Together - Road Trip: On the Go With God
Register at peopleofgrace.org/gift
Sunday, July 20 from 9:15AM to 10:15AM in Fellowship Hall
Parents, Grandparents, and/or caregivers are invited to the children and youth Faith Formation hour to be with their children, grandchildren, or youth. Growing in Faith Together (GIFT) is a gift of time for the family unit to learn and practice how to grow in faith together through a hands-on, interactive, and fun way to incorporate faith-filled and positive conversations into your daily routines. Summer entails vacation and extra time together. How do you incorporate your faith with God on the Go? Come learn some fun ways through music, snack, games, craft, and learning resources.
Kindertot
Register at peopleofgrace.org/kindertot
9:30AM to 10:30 AM in Room 122 on the 4th Monday of the month**
Grab your favorite adult(s) and come have some themed Bible fun! Each week will have a different theme that includes play, music, a story, a prayer, and building relationships with other Kindertots and their favorite adults. Friends and neighbors are invited and welcome to be part of the fun. It's a great time to hang out and get to know others in a play setting. Please
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June 23 from 9:30AM to 10:30AM – Summer Fun
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July 28 from 9:30AM to 10:30AM – Construction Day
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August 25 from 9:30AM to 10:30AM
All dates are subject to change. Please check back frequently for updates.
All Abilities Welcome!
Open Doors Ministry (ODM) provides support for those with special needs. Jesus said, "Let the little children come to me." We are blessed to have children of all abilities and we nurture, support, and welcome them with joy! We work hand in hand with our Open Doors Ministry which supports children with varying abilities so they grow closer to God and can fully participate in the life of the church. Please contact Nicole Zaccaria, Director of Open Doors Ministry, at nicole.zaccaria@peopleofgrace.org with questions or for more information.
You are welcome here and we look forward to seeing and/or meeting you and your child(ren).
Children's Ministry Summer Schedule
May 25, June 1, & June 8 – Regular Faith Formation at 9:15AM
June 15 – Sunday Funday at 9:15AM
June 22 & June 29 – Regular Faith Formation at 9:15AM
July 6 – Worship as a Family at Outdoor worship at 10:30AM and Faith, Food, and Fun afterwards for a Church Picnic
July 13 – Worship as a Family
July 20 – Growing in Faith Together at 9:15AM (Grandparents, Parents, Youth, Children)
July 27 – Worship as a Family
August 3 – Worship as a Family at Outdoor Worship at 9:15AM
August 10 – Worship as a Family
August 17 – Sunday Funday at 9:15AM and Backpack Blessings during worship
August 24 & August 31 – Worship as a Family
September 7 - Worship as a Family at Outdoor Worship at 9:15AM
September 14 – Family Orientation from 9:15AM to 10:15AM and Celebration Kick Off
September 21 – Sunday Funday at 9:15AM