Children’s Ministry

2022 was a year of growth for St. John’s Kids.

This is evident in the community that is developing among our families and the joy that is present each week as we welcome our youngest brothers and sisters in Christ to worship and grow in him.

Some highlights include our Summer Bible Camp and Family Services, which were inspired by John Bunyan’s classic story, the Pilgrim’s Progress. Bible Camp is a unique time when people from all generations of our Church come together to welcome kids from within and outside our community and share the good news of Jesus in fun and creative ways.

In the Fall we welcomed new lay leaders to our team, prioritized hospitality, and changed how we structure classes for our youngest kids. These changes helped us create spaces where our kids can grow in their knowledge and love of God. We also welcomed Christine Huh to our staff team as the Evening Service Kids Coordinator. Christine has been an answer to prayer and has already brought stability, growth, and renewed vision to our Evening Service ministry.

The last highlight was our Christmas Eve Family service, which was almost entirely led by children and youth, including a Christmas play starring the kids of St. John’s. We also had an hour of Christmas crafts, goodies, and joyous fellowship before the service. It was a fantastic evening which already has us looking forward to Christmas Eve 2023!

In 2023, we will have new programs and projects around pastoral care for children and families, new classes in the evening service, and another year of Sunday School and special events and services. We would appreciate your prayers and support as God continues his good work in the kids and families of St. John’s and our wider community.

- Will Gray