Children
We partner with parents to connect children with Christ as they hear about the love of Jesus and the Word of God, through the power of the Holy Spirit.
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Hi, we are Jill Meek, Director of Children's Ministry and Melanie Lenhard, Associate Director of Children's Ministry.
If you have any questions or need help getting your child connected with us, we'd love to help! You can contact us at npckids@nationalpres.org or 202.537.7535.
Children's Ministry Overview
Kids of all ages have opportunities to grow in faith by hearing God’s word, worshiping God, serving others, and connecting with their church family. Make sure to subscribe to our weekly e-newsletter as this is the best way to keep up to date with our activities. You can also visit our Parents page for event information and resources.
Children's Time & Children's Chapel
We love kids in worship! We provide blue worship bags for children to pick up and return just outside the Sanctuary. During worship, children are invited to the front for a children's message. After that, children in grades K-5 may exit with leaders for Children's Chapel during the sermon, returning to the Sanctuary during the offertory.
Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name. Psalm 100:4 (NIV)
Nursery
Sundays, 8:30 am - 12:30 pm
On Sundays, childcare is offered for children in pre-K 4 and younger. The nursery is available for all infants and crawlers. The Early Walkers Room is available for any children who have started to walk to those who have mastered walking. Our Toddler Room is available for strong walkers, up through pre-K. All of our childcare rooms are staffed by a dedicated team of caregivers and are located on the second floor of the main church building.
To find them, take the elevator to the second floor. After exiting the elevator, turn left and walk past the central staircase, to the check-in desk where someone will greet you and get you settled in.
Caregivers are certified by the American Red Cross in CPR and Basic First Aid.
Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old they will not turn from it. Proverbs 22:6
Sunday School
Sundays, 9:55 - 10:45 am
For age 2 to 5th grade
Children ages 2 to 3* will have their Sunday School program in the Toddler Room in the main church building.
Classes for 4-year-olds through 5th graders are held in the Education Building (National Presbyterian School).
There are check-in stations in both buildings. Please check-in when you arrive, and pick up children in classrooms, after Sunday School. During Sunday School, our awesome teaching teams lead our kids in learning about God through Bible stories, discussion, crafts, games, and more!
*As of September 30, 2024, kids stay with the same group all year and graduate to the next group each fall.
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 19:14
Club 45
Club 45 is a place for 4th and 5th graders to grow in faith and friendship. During the school year, we meet monthly at 5:00 pm on Sundays at the Youth House for games and a devotional - be sure to check our Events page for meeting dates.
Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing. 1 Thessalonians 5:11
Registration
Prior to your child's participation in our children's activities, we ask that you complete a brief registration.