Our goal and passion at Heart City Church is to cultivate an environment where children encounter God, develop a lifelong love for Jesus, and learn to live like Him every day.

First-time visitors 
When you enter the church, the kids lobby will be on your right. A trained volunteer will be in the kids lobby from 9:30-10:15 every Sunday, ready to help new families get checked in. Our kids rooms open at 9:45 each Sunday so you can get them settled in and have time to grab a cup of coffee before service begins.

Kids are always welcome -In class or in service. We love having kids in our classrooms and believe they will thrive in age-appropriate environments designed just for them - full of fun, faith-building activities, and caring leaders. That said, we understand each family has different comfort levels. If you prefer to keep your children with you during service, that’s perfectly okay. Whether they are in our kids' classrooms or sitting with you in the sanctuary, your children are always welcome here.

Our commitment to safety
We are committed to creating a safe and welcoming environment where kids can grow in faith with confidence and joy.

To ensure this, we use an electronic check-in system that provides each child and parent with tags that have a matching code. These tags are required for pick-up, ensuring only authorized individuals can pick up your child.

All of our volunteers must pass a background check before serving in our kids ministry and we always maintain at least 2 teachers in each classroom. There is also always an extra leader on-call in case additional support is needed in the classroom.

Infants
While we only have volunteer-led classrooms for toddlers and older, we offer multiple comfortable environments for our families with an infant.
Nursing Mom’s Room- Downstairs in the Kids’ Area- We have a cozy room just for moms with a  comfortable couch and soft lighting to promote a moment of peace with your infant. If the door is closed, please knock before entering.
Infant Nursery- Downstairs in the Kids’ Area - Each Sunday our nursery is open for parents to be with their children. It provides a safe and fun environment where the little ones can make as much noise as they’d like, or take a nap with you in the rocker. A volunteer would be happy to help put the service up on the TV if you’d like to watch from the nursery.
Sanctuary - You are always invited to bring your child with you to service. You will see multiple families with babies in the service, this is normal & welcomed here!

Classrooms
Toddler & Preschool Class 
Location: In the Kids Area, upstairs on the right
This class is for toddlers and preschoolers up to age 5. Each Sunday, your child will enjoy a safe and nurturing environment filled with playtime, snacks, worship, and an age-appropriate Bible lesson using the Bible Adventure curriculum.
If your child needs a diaper change or needs to use the restroom, we’ll notify you with a text message. Children transition out of this class when they begin kindergarten.
Elementary Class
Location: In the Kids Area, upstairs on the left
Our Elementary class, for Kindergarten through 5th grade, uses the Timeline Kids curriculum to help kids dive into God’s Word. Each Sunday, children enjoy free play, snack, worship, an engaging Bible lesson, and a fun activity or game that ties into the lesson.
If your child needs to use the restroom during church, we’ll notify you by text so you can escort them.

1. What age groups are served in Kids Ministry?
We offer classes for children ages 12 months through 5th grade, led by our dedicated volunteers. Children under 1 are welcome to join you in the service. Additionally, we provide a parent-supervised nursery and a nursing mom’s room, both conveniently located just off the Kids Lobby.

2. How is the safety of my child ensured?
Your child’s safety is important to us. All volunteers are trained and background checked. We also use a secure check-in system to ensure only authorized adults can pick up children.

3. What snacks do you serve?
We provide water and typically give a choice between veggie straws or goldfish. You are welcome to bring an alternative snack if you would prefer or your child has dietary restrictions. Please make sure we have any allergies noted in our system so we can ensure the safety of your child.

4. How will I be notified if my child needs me during service?
If your child needs to use the restroom or seems upset, we will send you a text message to let you know.

5. Can I stay with my child during class?
For the safety and security of all children, we require everyone in the classrooms to undergo background checks. If it’s your child’s first time, you’re welcome to help them settle in, but we kindly ask that you leave shortly after to help maintain a secure environment in the classrooms. If your child is upset or needs to use the restroom, we will communicate via text to let you know. Additionally, if you’d like, we can send a text midway through the service to update you on how they’re doing.

6. What should my child bring to class?
We provide everything they need for a fun and engaging experience! If you’d like, you are welcome to bring a comfort item or water bottle.

7. How can I get involved in the Kids Ministry?
 We love having volunteers! If you’re interested in serving in Kids Ministry, you can fill out the “Join a Team” link on the website, fill out a connect card in the sanctuary, or email kelsey@heartcity.church

8. Is there anything else I should know?
We strive to create a fun, safe, and welcoming environment where kids can encounter God, grow in their faith, and learn to live like Jesus. We value feedback and open communication. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or concerns!