Educating, supporting and caring for children and youth is important for the health and wellbeing of our children, our families, our communities, and our future. At Crossroads we believe we are called to lay a firm foundation of faith, ensuring they know that Jesus loves them, that they are created by God who makes no error, that they have a safe place to go with all questions and doubts and that God is with them through all circumstances in life.
We feel the best way to teach the next generation is by engaging with them and modeling what Christ teaches. In addition to specific children’s and youth ministries, we intentionally schedule time for children to interact with many of the adult and older youth groups in our church. This allows children to connect and grow in a diverse, multi-generational “family” environment.
Children and youth safety is very important to us. Our Safe Sanctuaries Policy requires two adults be present with children at all times and all volunteers pass a criminal background check.
Read more about the ministries currently offered below or contact the church office for more details.
Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.”
Matthew 19:15 NIV
“…bring them up in the training and instruction of the Lord.”
Ephesians 6:4
Children in Worship
We love having children in service and invite your children to join you in worship. Activity bags and children’s books are on the back table as you enter the worship area. You can also use our playroom by going with your children downstairs. The room is equipped with books and toys for ages 0-10, a family bathroom with changing table, and a speaker system so you can listen to the worship service.
Sunday School
Crossroads Sunday School meets during our 9:30 Worship Service for children age 3 through grade 4. Children begin in worship with their family and then go downstairs after the Children’s Time. Each week the children hear a Bible Story, then divide into classes by age group to do activities related to the story of the day. They complete their time together by singing with Ms. Cindy, our Music Director. Sunday School is offered during the school year and takes a short break over the Christmas holiday.
Confirmation
Confirmation runs during the school year and offered for those starting 7th grade or up. If you or your student is interested in joining us, please contact the church office for more information.
Children and Youth Serving at Church and Beyond
We encourage our children and youth to participate in all aspects of our church ministries. We currently have a high school instrumental group which performs at special worship services; our youth volunteer during worship in a variety of capacities; they are welcome to join the choir; and serve with our adults in church mission and service projects.
To get updated information on children and youth ministries, subscribe to Crossroads’ bi-weekly newsletter (subscribe below). If you have questions or want more details on a particular group, contact our office for more details.
