October 19, 2025
Children's Ministry at WPC
We want each child to know they are loved, valued and safe in our ministry. One of the ways we do this is by following our group promises. Please take time to review it with your child before class so that they understand the expectations. We will:
- Listen when others are speaking and wait our turn to share
- Keep our hands, feet, and objects to ourselves
- Use calm, walking feet to move around the room
- Use kind and encouraging words
- Follow directions and make safe choices
NURSERY & GODLY PLAY
Both our Nursery and Godly Play classes will be hearing the story of Jacob this week. Together, the children will discover how God was with Jacob wherever he went and how God’s love and promises continue through every generation. They’ll explore themes of blessing, family, and how God can work through all kinds of people and situations. At dinner or bedtime this week, ask: When have you felt close to God? When have you needed to be reminded that God is still with you?
CHAPEL
Today, the children are learning about being part of God’s big family and sharing their gifts in the church. They are preparing to help lead Children’s Sunday on November 2, including singing and other roles in the service.
If your child cannot attend please let us know so we can adjust assignments. We will confirm participation with you.
If your child cannot attend please let us know so we can adjust assignments. We will confirm participation with you.
MUSIC
During music time, the children began learning their new song for Children’s Sunday! We can’t wait for you to hear them sing and lead in worship on November 2.
Sensory Friendly Worship
In our Sensory Friendly service this week, we’re exploring Joshua 7, the story of Achan and the hidden treasure. Together, we’ll wonder about what it means to tell the truth, to make things right when we’ve made a mistake, and to remember that God’s love doesn’t disappear when we do something wrong. Children will have hands-on ways to explore the story including making a family “camp,” hiding and finding a treasure.
Next Sunday is Reformation Sunday, we will be streaming the full service during the Sensory Friendly service.
Next Sunday is Reformation Sunday, we will be streaming the full service during the Sensory Friendly service.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
- Children participating in Children’s Sunday, November 2nd will have practice at Children's chapel, during the 10:30 service on Reformation Sunday.
- Spooktacular Organ Concert (October 29 – 6-7 pm,)
Don’t miss this special fall event co-hosted by Children’s Ministry and the Music Department. Come enjoy mysterious and playful organ and carillon music in our dimly lit sanctuary. After the concert, enjoy cider, cookies, and our Build-Your-Own trick or treat Bag in the Garden Court. Costumes are welcome (nothing too spooky, please)! It’s a perfect mix of music, memory, and fall fun for all ages. - Save the Date – Nov 2 is Children’s Sunday where the children take on the leadership roles at the 10:30 worship service and the chapel singers will be preforming too. Volunteers Needed Our Children’s Ministry continues to grow, and we’re so grateful! Each week, we create spaces where kids can experience that they are always, already loved by God. To make that possible, we depend on a team of caring adults who help with storytelling, greeting, and creating a welcoming environment. Please reach out to Heather to learn more about how you can help
- Please be sure you have downloaded the WPC app and joined the Children’s Ministry chat. This is where all of our important events and information will be sent out. We will also share fun pictures of the things we do on Sunday mornings here. It is under the app’s message icon. Find the discover tab and search for Children’s Ministry to join.
- For your children to attend chapel you must sign your children in for chapel each week at the new kiosk. (located next to the worship bags) This lets us know who will be attending and a way to contact you if needed.