Children’s Ministries
“Let the little children come to me, and do not stop them.” — Jesus
CHILDREN’S MINISTRIES
Following Jesus’ example, the Children’s Ministry programs at Prince of Peace are committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and loving environment for all to grow in the love and grace of God. We welcome and encourage all children to join us in worship, fellowship, education, and service.
We promise to help equip parents to teach their children. We will offer developmental information, ideas and resources to aid parents as they help their children grow.
Children’s Ministry Programs
| Bible Presentation | Bibles are given to children when they turn 3 years old and when they enter 3rd grade. |
| Faith Rocks! For Ages 0 – 4th Grade |
Every Sunday children are invited to leave worship during the sermon and have a time of songs and stories in the Narthex. Each week they will receive a “faith rock” with an image from the story of the week to help them remember (and tell you!) the story. Everyone will be back in the sanctuary in time for communion. All are welcome—including caregivers if that helps a child settle in. |
| First Communion | A class is held during Lent and one-on-one instruction may be requested at anytime. Children and their parents are invited to learn about communion and its meaning so that they may partake in the Lord’s Supper beginning with Holy Week services. |
| Family Fun Nights |
Once a month Family Fun Nights will be held at Prince of Peace! Activities might include Boardgames, Minute-to-Win-it games, Bingo, Movie night, and more! Upcoming Dates: – October 7; 6:30 – 7:30pm – November 11; 6:30 – 7:30pm |
| Intergenerational Events/Opportuntiies | These events are open to the whole congregation and include service projects, fellowship events & Sunday morning opportunities. Upcoming Dates: – Thursday, October 20; 10:00am – 12:00pm – Buckthorn Removal at PoP & Cloud of Saints Name Prep – Wednesday, October 26; 5:15 – 8:00pm – Spooky Music – Sunday, October 30; 9:40am – Intergenerational Reformation Fair – Wednesday, November 23 – Thanksgiving Eve Worship & Pie Extravaganza – Sunday, November 27; 9:40am – Intergenerational Advent Fair – Sunday, December 18; 9:40am – Intergenerational Christmas Café |
Seasonal Experiences
| Christmas Program | We present a Christmas Program annually during a Sunday morning service. |
| Vacation Bible School |
Join children from Prince of Peace and the community for a fun-filled week during the summer learning about how much God loves you |
| Camp Wapo | Camp Wapo offers day, weekend, and weeklong summer camp opportunities. Summer 2023 dates coming soon! |
Other Ways the Children’s Ministry Supports Families
- Celebrating children’s accomplishments
- Providing hospital visits
- Parenting concerns and support
- Assisting children in grief situations
- Assisting children in transition
- Child care resource for church events
CYF News
Spooky Music
Join us at Prince of Peace for a night of spooky organ music, storytime, trick-or-treating, and fun! Costumes are encouraged. This is a free event and is open to all who are looking to get into the Halloween spirit! Schedule for the evening: 5:15 pm - Dinner 6:00 pm -...
CYF (Children, Youth and Family) Ministry
Fall 2022 Schedule of Events There are a lot of fun and exciting opportunities for people of all ages happening around PoP! Check out all of the exciting CYF (Children, Youth and Family) ministry events happening between now and the end of the year below! Wee Ones...
Come Meet Melanie!
September 18th 10:00am in the Reception Room Melanie Hill is joining our staff in an interim capacity in the Children, Youth, and Family area of ministry. She is excited to get to know us and has a game (with flying Hershey's Kisses!) to help us get acquainted. The...
For more information or questions about Children’s Ministry at Prince of Peace please contact Melanie Hill, Interim Director of Children & Family Ministry.