Spring Run Kids is the umbrella ministry for all of our children’s programming at Spring Run. From infants through pre-teens, our goal is to partner with families to create growing followers of Jesus Christ and help kids deepen their understanding of who Jesus is and how the gospel shapes their everyday lives. Through age-appropriate, Christ-centered teaching, kids are welcomed into a safe, engaging environment where faith can take root and grow. Our Spring Run Kids programming includes Nursery (birth-two), 2 & 3 Year Olds, Children’s Worship, Cooper’s Buddies, and 345, with opportunities for children to participate in weekly programming designed just for them.
Infant and Toddlers
Our nursery is a clean and safe environment for children ages 6 weeks to 3 years old. Children are lovingly cared for during this time. Our goal is for parents to feel confident in the child care provided so that they will be able to engage and enjoy the worship service. We have a secure check-in system including a security code needed for pick-up. Background checks are done on all our volunteers working with children. Read more about our Nursery.
Children's Worship (CW)
Children’s Worship is a Sunday morning program for children in PreK (4 years old) through 2nd grade that takes place during the sermon. Children begin service with their family, and following our opening worship, children are invited to leave for CW. Children return to their parents in the sanctuary after the sermon. CW gives children the opportunity to experience the gospel in a way that is engaging, accessible, and age-appropriate. Each week includes worship through music, Bible teaching, large-group and small-group time, and hands-on activities that help reinforce the lesson through play and interaction. Our desire is for children to grow in Bible knowledge, deepen their understanding of the gospel, and begin shaping their faith as they learn more about Jesus in an engaging, welcoming environment.
Cooper's Buddies (Special Needs Ministry)
We believe all children should be able to access developmentally appropriate programming to learn of the life-changing love and grace of Jesus Christ. Cooper's Buddies exists to offer an inclusive program with experiences tailored to meet the needs of all children. Kids are paired with a trained volunteer called a "Buddy" for extra support throughout the service. They attend Children’s Worship alongside peers and their Buddy, with our Cooper’s Buddies Room available for respite when needed. For more information or to see if your child could benefit from this ministry, please contact Lauren Moore.
345
345 is for all upper elementary schoolers in grades 3, 4, or 5. You are invited to join us every other Sunday evening from 4-6 pm in the sanctuary. The goal of this ministry is to help kids discover who they are in Christ as they start transitioning from childhood to adolescence, create community and build relationships before moving to middle school youth group. This time serves as a gathering point for third, fourth, and fifth graders to worship God through games, teaching, and small groups. 345 is a place for upper elementary students to learn how the Gospel makes a practical difference in their lives and see how Scripture translates to their everyday world.
Checking-In
Children should check in for all Spring Run Kids offerings on Sunday mornings (Children’s Worship, Sunday School, and Nursery) before service and/or Sunday school. Check-in carts are located near the patio entrance doors, the lobby, and in the hallway near the nursery. On your first visit, a volunteer will help get your child(ren) checked in. All volunteers working with children have completed and cleared a background check.