Children’s Ministry

When the disciples asked Jesus who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven, Jesus answered them by inviting a child into their midst. He tells his disciples that to become the greatest, they must humble themselves like this child. “Whoever welcomes one such child in my name, welcomes me” (Matthew 18:5).

At Holy Family, we welcome children into our common ministry and life. We believe that each child comes into this world already experiencing the love and delight of their Creator. It is our hope and joy to create spaces in our worshipping life and formation gatherings for them to explore this relationship with God with their whole selves – hands, hearts, and minds.

Find out more below about our programs and offerings for children and their households.

Godly Play Sunday School

Meets 9:15-10:15 a.m. in the Christian Education Commons from Sept-May. Age 3 – 8th grade. Learn more about Godly Play here.

Nursery

Available each Sunday morning from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. for children under age 4.

Acolytes

Our Acolytes (4th grade and older) are lay ministers of worship and an important part of our common work in worship on Sunday mornings.

Children in Worship

Children of all ages are always welcome in all of our services. A resource shelf provides books, children’s bulletins, and other worship supports is available in the back of the nave.

Children’s Chapel

Offered on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month for children up to age 10. Together we sing, explore portions of the liturgy, and encounter one of the lectionary texts of the day. Children return to the worship service at the passing of the peace.

VBS Camp

Each summer children age 3 – Grade 4 are invited to join us for VBS camp, a one-week, half-day camp with optional aftercare. Register for the 2026 camp (July 6-10) here.

Sign up here to receive our children’s ministry newsletter. This is the best place to learn about upcoming events for children and families! (This is separate from our churchwide email list.)

If you have questions or thoughts about children’s ministry or want to get involved but don’t know how, please reach out to Eliza Griffith, our Minister for Children’s Formation.