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Children's Ministries

Nursery and Preschool
Elementary
Special Needs & Adoption Support
Volunteer
Children's Choir
Resources
Internships
Events
Staff
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Nursery and Preschool

Ark Adventures is our Sunday morning program for infants through pre-Kindergarten. All Ark Adventure classes use a faith-based curriculum that focuses on building the character of God into the lives of our children. Our program is designed to accommodate children who attend Sunday School for multiple hours while their parent’s worship one hour and serve or attend a class during another. Our Biblical lesson provides the foundation for the entire morning, but different activities and formats are utilized during each hour.

Nursery

Care is provided for infants, creepers, wobblers, and toddlers. Infants generally begin attending at 12 weeks of age, or when the parent and/or physician feel it is appropriate for the infant to be left. Children are placed in classes according to their age and development; therefore, nursery children may experience class adjustments as they develop throughout the year. Parents will be notified when a class change is necessary. Children who turned two years old after September 1 will remain in the nursery until the next program year.

Preschool / PreK

During the 9:45 hour the children enjoy learning and participating in an interactive Bible story, including prayer, and praising God. Followed with an age-appropriate activity that complements the lesson and then they have a snack together.

At the 11:15 hour the children attend Preschool Praise Time as they gather and experience the community of Christ. Through singing songs, a Bible Story, puppets, collecting offering, and play time, we are reminded that Jesus is the light of the world. This hour offers a second opportunity of enrichment in a new and exciting way.

Sunday School Service Times

8:30am

All Aboard Nursery
Room 118
12 weeks to 24 months

All Aboard Preschool
Room 104
Two years old to Pre-kindergarten

9:45 and 11:15am

Listed by Birthday (Month/Year) • Classroom

- Jun 2025 - Present – Room 118
- Nov 2024 - May 2025 – Room 117
- Jun 2024 - Oct 2024 – Room 109
- Jan 2024 - May 2024 – Room 108
- Sep 2023 - Dec 2023 – Room 107
- Mar 2023 - Aug 2023 – Room 105
- Sep 2022 - Feb 2023 – Room 104
- Mar 2022 - Aug 2022 – Room 112
- Sep 2021 - Feb 2022 – Room 113
- Jan 2021 - Aug 2021 – Room 114
- Dec 2020 & older, not yet in Kinder - Room 115

Elementary

The Galaxy is our Sunday School morning program for children in Kindergarten through the Fifth Grade at the 9:45 and 11:15 hours. In The Galaxy, we use a gospel-centered curriculum to teach the children about Who God is by studying His word and important stories throughout the Bible. Our goal is to help every child learn more about the Bible and its relevance to their lives. In starting this part of their faith journey early in elementary school, we pray that each child will experience God in a very real, tangible way.

Room 209: Kindergarten

Currently enrolled Kindergarten students will learn age-appropriate Bible lessons, sing worship songs, play, and create. This is the only age group in Elementary who can attend for two service hours.

The Galaxy: 1st-5th Grade

Sunday School: Children can choose to attend on hour - either 9:45 or 11:15am. Start out in the Galaxy for worship, games, and teaching before breaking out into grade-level classes for discussion and small group activities. 1st-5th graders are dropped off in “The Zone” and are picked up from their grade level classrooms upstairs. The room assignments are as follows:

1st Grade: Room 210
2nd Grade: Room 212
3rd Grade: Room 213
4th Grade: Room 214
5th Grade: Room 215

Special Needs & Adoption Support

Kaleidoscope Special Needs Ministry

Kaleidoscope is our ministry supporting children with special needs and their families. Our mission is to provide a nurturing and supportive environment for children with special needs so that they and their families are able to grow in their faith in God while experiencing the redeeming love of Jesus Christ through education, fellowship, music, outreach, prayer, stewardship, and worship.

Sunday Mornings: 9:45 and 11:15am

Join us in room 208 for Bible stories, music and fun each Sunday morning. We also have buddies who would be happy to attend typical Sunday School with your child. Stop by and let's chat about how we can best support your family!

Programs and Offerings

Connect with other families as the kids enjoy new friends and learn about God’s love! A few of Kaleidoscope's program offerings are:

Mom's Book Club
Parents' Night or Day Out
Family Camp

For more information and a schedule of events, please contact Keri Mosk at .

Foster Care and Adoption Support Ministry

The mission of the Safe Haven ministry is to support, encourage, and empower foster and adoptive families.

Programs and Offerings

Connect with other families as the kids enjoy new friends and learn about God’s love. All foster and adoptive families are invited.

Support Group
Parents’ Night Out
Family Camp

For more information or a schedule of events, please contact Keri Mosk at .

Volunteer

We'd Love to Welcome You to our Children's Volunteer Team!

We’re so thankful that you’re considering teaching in our preschool or elementary Sunday School! Our ministries depend on the time, heart, and commitment of volunteers like you. Serving with children is a beautiful response to God’s call, and we believe He will bless you deeply as you invest in the lives of these little ones. Thank you for being open to playing a meaningful role in what God is doing through this ministry.

Sundays:

Galaxy Elementary Sunday School – Serve as a monthly grade-level leader or large-group Bible storyteller, guiding elementary kids through meaningful lessons about Jesus.
Ark Adventures Preschool Sunday School – Help preschoolers experience worship through engaging Bible stories, songs, and fun activities that reinforce the day's message.
Kaleidoscope – Support children with special needs through music, stories, and hands-on activities, or serve as a buddy alongside them in traditional classes.
Guest Check-In – Be a welcoming presence for new families by assisting with check-in and guiding them to their classrooms.

Wednesdays:

Blast Off – During the school year, lead 1st–5th graders in fun electives like cooking, crafts, and gym games, followed by dinner and Bible study.

Summer Events:

Summer Celebration (VBS) – Join us for a week of excitement where kids learn to SERVE, PRAY, and PLAY. Volunteers help make this the best week of summer!

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Volunteer Application

Help Me Find a Place to Serve

Are you unsure where in Children's Ministries you want to serve? Complete the form at the button below, and someone from MDPC Kids will get in touch!

Interest Form

Children's Choir

Music for children is taught in a fun, Christian environment with several opportunities throughout the year to sing in worship and present the gospel of Jesus Christ. The choir participates in worship services during the year, including the 4pm Christmas Eve service and the Easter Family Service.

For more info, contact Steffanie West, Worship and Children's Music Director:

Resources

Preschool Bible Verses

Family Bible and Devo Books

Preschool Curriculum

Looking for an adult Sunday-morning class? Check out Parents of Preschoolers Bible Study - visitors are welcome! We meet Sundays at 8:30am (Room 219) and 11am (Room 127) to discuss the Bible, parenting, and life together. For more information, please click here.

Internships

Each summer, MDPC Children’s Ministries hires 4 interns to work along side our team as we minister to preschool and elementary aged children and their families. Interns play an important role in planning and implementing Children’s Ministries’ summer programming and the kids look forward to spending time with our awesome interns each summer!

The purpose of the Children’s Ministries Summer Internship program is as follows:

To provide an opportunity for learning, training, and discernment for future vocational and volunteer ministry with children and families
An opportunity to develop relationships with the MDPC children and families that impact their faith development and church experiences

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