Growing in faith

Children's ministries

At St. Stephen’s, children are welcomed into a safe, healthy environment filled with enriching activities prepared to help them learn and grow in faith, with a sense of belonging. We want each child to recognize God in the faces and voices of all those who work with them.


Included are many hands-on experiences crafted to enhance the learning of biblical stories and faith concepts, including art, science, music, math, reading, movement, cooking, to name a few! St. Stephen’s has established a developmentally appropriate setting for the children in our care from Nursery through fifth grade.

  • CHILDREN'S moment

    Children’s Moment is presented during both worship services when children are presented a message in an age appropriate, interactive, and fun way. 

  • cHILDCARE

    Childcare is available from 8:15 a.m. until after the 2nd worship worship service on Sunday mornings. Also available upon request during other church events.

  • sUNDAY SCHOOL

    Children from kindergarten through fifth grade have Sunday School classes from 9:40 to 10:40 a.m. We use a variety of age-appropriate activities and curricula designed to teach children Bible stories and about God's love.

  • M&M Club

    A program for third through fifth graders, M&M Club meets during the second service on the first Sunday of the month, after Children's Moment. This is an opportunity for upper elementary students to explore ways to be of service to our church and community.

  • aCOLYTEs

    Children in third through fifth grades are given the opportunity to assist in worship by being an acolyte. The training will be offered a few times per year, as needed.

  • SNL - Sunday night live

    SNL (Sunday Night Live) is a fellowship group of kindergarten thru fifth grade that meets from 4 to 6 p.m. different Sundays during the school year. There are various activities, including games, outdoor rec, gardening, arts and crafts, and bell choir.

  • children's choir

    Children’s Choir meets during Sunday school with our director of Music Ministries, Marci Corey. The director leads our children in fun learning games and music, both choral and instrumental. The Children’s Choir prepares special music for worship throughout the year. They also prepare musical and dramatic programs during Advent and in the spring.

  • annual events

    Annual events include the Back-to-School Bash, Children’s Sabbath (where the children lead in worship), Interfaith Friendship Camp, Easter Egg Hunt, Pride Festival, Advent Workshop and the Christmas Eve Pageant.

Staffing and safety

Our Childcare team includes paid staff and volunteers. All adults who interact with our children complete a Background Check and Safe Sanctuary training every 2 years. All paid staff are CPR/First Aid certified. Various other trainings are offered on an as needed basis.