An Inclusive Community
At Kids at the Core, every child is welcomed and encouraged
to grow in God’s love at their own pace.
- We value diversity and inclusion.
- Leaders are specially trained to support children with focus, self-regulation, and varying needs.
- Families are partners in the journey, helping us nurture faith together.
No matter where your child begins, there is a place for them at the Core.
Faith Formations for Kids
What We Have to Offer!
Hakimian Family Nursery
9AM–12PM, Sundays
Sunday Flex Café
9AM–10:15AM, every Sunday (except Family Service)
Creation Keepers
9AM, 3rd Sunday (during Flex Café)
Jr. Acolyte Program
10:30AM, in development
Faith at the Core: Weekly Kids Formation
10:30AM (Sept–May) - Children gather in the Narthex, process to learning spaces, and return at The Peace.
Blessings Bags
Available during the 10:30AM service with quiet, age-appropriate activities. Please return bags as you leave. For a specially curated bag, contact Felicia Bullock at [email protected].
CHILDREN'S CLASSES
Available Ministries
Cornerstones – Where Love Begins
Our nursery ministry nurtures the youngest children (infants–toddlers) in God’s love through:
- Gentle care and blessings
- Sensory play
- Bible story songs
- Music and movement
Nursery staff has been specially trained with Safe Church and Positive Discipline practices. A warm, secure place for little ones to grow in faith.
Foundations – Building Up in Love
For preschool & early elementary children:
- Imaginative play
- Worship songs
- Wonder & storytelling
- Friendship & community
This group uses the Godly Play approach. Godly Play begins with the belief that children already have a deep spiritual life that we may not fully understand. It gives them the religious language to express their experiences with God by sharing God’s stories in a Montessori style, while leaders serve as guides, encouraging children to explore, wonder, and discover their own answers through play and story.
Bridges – Growing in Faith, Reaching Out
For older elementary:
- Scripture discussions
- Hands-on service projects
- Outreach and leadership opportunities
Every 3rd Sunday: Bridges meets separately to dive deeper.
Other Sundays: Bridges join Foundations and help lead.
A vital bridge to the Youth Group and lifelong faith.
Creation Keepers – Caring for God’s World
An innovative ministry helping children discover God’s creation and learn to care for it faithfully.
- Meets monthly during Flex Café (3rd Sundays)
- Launched with a week-long summer initiative in 2025
- Ongoing events to inspire environmental care
- Weekly summer program focused on education, enjoyment, and spiritual enrichment
Nurturing a lifelong love of God’s creation!
Serve With Us!
Our ministry thrives because of caring adults and youth who share their gifts with children. We are seeking volunteers to help with:
- Sharing stories
- Event planning
- Craft and activity preparation
Background check and training are required for volunteers who interact with children and youth. Your time and heart can inspire the next generation!
Join Us!
At Kids at the Core, every child is welcomed, loved, and encouraged to grow in their faith at their own pace.
Felicia Bullock
Director of Children and Families
904.632.9104, x108
[email protected]
