At St. Philip we believe that kids learn best & grow in faith when they are welcomed fully into community and worship. For this reason our kids remain in the church for the entirety of the service.
In the back of the church we have a family area with age appropriate materials to help kids of all ages engage in worship. Families with kids are welcome to sit closer to the front and you will often see kids wandering down the aisle or coming to visit Reverend Leslie.
To Parents of Our Young Children:
- Relax! God put the wiggle in children; don't feel like you have to suppress it in God's house.
- Explain the parts of the service. If you don't know ask Reverend Leslie!
- Sing along, pray and voice responses. Children learn by copying your involvement!
- If you have to leave the service with your child, feel free to do so, but come back! As Jesus said, "let the children come to me."
- Remember the way we welcome children in the church directly affects the way we respond to the Church, to God, and to one another. Let them know that they are at home here.