Our Sunday morning experience for kids is called South Side Kids. In the South Side Kids we want to partner with parents to help kids discover a faith in Jesus. Each Sunday we provide fun, age-appropriate, Bible-based activities and teaching for kids, infants through 5th grade. Every month our kids will explore a different virtue that we see in God. We study Bible stories that emphasize God's character and His desire to make us more like Him. We want kids to discover who God is, learn more about His big story and how He empowers them to join Him in this adventure.
Kids matter at South Side and we want your experience to reflect that truth! We strive to provide a safe environment for every child. All of our South Side Kids volunteers have undergone a thorough background check and are trained by our South Side Kids staff and coordinators.
We realize it's a big deal to leave your child in someone else's care. That's why we utilize a computerized check-in process that will assure that your child is only released to adults who have checked them in. Our first-time families will be welcomed at our check-in desk and guided through the process of checking in their child.
Our nursery has both an infant area for babies and a toddler area for children who are walking. We staff our nursery area with trained caregivers who share the love of Jesus by rocking babies and sharing mini-Bible lessons with our toddlers through play, song, and prayer.
Our preschool leaders are excited to introduce kids to the wonder of the God who made them and loves them so much through creative storytelling of the Bible, dramatic play, crafts, and snacks. Our curriculum offers life application and home connections so families can continue to reinforce what their children are learning at home.
Each Sunday our younger elementary kids will experience an energetic and fun Large Group that engages them in the Bible story and worship, as well as a safe, age-appropriate Small Group where kids can build healthy friendships that encourage one another. These small groups are organized by grade level to encourage peer discussion and age-appropriate development. Each group is led by trusted adults who are prepared to help your child grow and learn more about Jesus.
These preteens will experience the same large group and small group environment as they did in the younger grades, but in a way that engages this unique age group at a higher level. Bible lessons and discussion will focus on preparing these students for middle school.