Children & Youth

What we’re learning right now

Currently, kids are looking at how and why we read the Bible. Using an age-appropriate critical approach, we will focus on some well-known ancient stories from the Jewish Scriptures. Whether or not we think they literally happened, what can we learn from them, and what do they teach us about God, ourselves, and the world we live in?

 

Elementary: The Bible is a super old set of books filled with all different kinds of stories, records, songs, and letters. We probably all know some of those ancient stories—like Adam and Eve, Noah’s ark, and Jonah being swallowed by a big fish. But what do these stories mean, and why do people think they are so special?

 

Preschool: As we play, sing, make crafts and have fun together, we will learn about God’s wonderful creation, and about some of the people who trusted God many, many years ago. Just like them, we know that God is with us and will take care of us.

The logistics

All kids start off in the auditorium with their caregivers to sing some songs together. Musical instruments are available for those who would like them. You might also light to light a candle or write out a prayer and put it in one of the frames under the “Journey” or “Grow” banners. On the first Sunday of the month, we will also all celebrate communion together. At Cedar Ridge, everyone is welcome to participate in communion. Caregivers: you are free to decide when your child is ready to participate in this way. Kids are dismissed to their classrooms before the start of the message. There are resources available for any kids who would prefer to remain with their caregivers in the auditorium.

Cedar Ridge Kids has in-person activities on Sunday mornings at 10 a.m. for kids aged 2 through 5th grade. There is also a non-staffed nursery with a live feed of the main service. Toddlers, preschool and elementary children meet in our classrooms, which are furnished with air purifiers, upgraded HVAC filters, and hand sanitizer. If your child is sick, we ask that they don’t come into the classrooms. If you are new, please stop by the Cedar Ridge Kids Welcome Desk when you arrive to check in. We look forward to getting to know you and your child!

You can contact Ruth Campbell, who oversees children’s ministry, if you’d like to find out more about Cedar Ridge Kids.

 

Hey there, Middle and High Schoolers–we’d love to have you join us over in the Barn. We meet there together each Sunday at 10 a.m. We generally discuss the same topics as in the adult services in a fun and interactive way that relates to the real-life issues we face each day. For the next few weeks, we will focus on Paul’s letter to the church in a multicultural city called Colossae. We’ll also play games, and engage in community building activities. And eat donuts and bagels.

On the first Sunday of each month, we join the adults in the auditorium. We also periodically meet up for game nights, laser tag, sleepovers, service projects, and other fun stuff.

ALL Middle and High Schoolers are welcome. Our group is diverse, open and affirming, and has all types of personalities! We’d love to meet you, so come on over to the Barn and check us out.

For more information, please contact Trish Audi.