He will tend his flock like a shepherd;
he will gather the lambs in his arms;
he will carry them in his bosom,
and gently lead those that are with young.
Isaiah 40:11
At New City Presbyterian Church, we encourage families with young children to participate in our worship services together as a family. Children are naturally active, and parents shouldn't feel the need to keep them perfectly still during worship. Jesus said, "Let the children come to me" (Matthew 19:14; Mark 10:14; Luke 18:16). Here are a few suggestions to help you and your child get more out of the service:
Consider sitting toward the front of the sanctuary, where it's easier for children to see and engage with what's happening.
Quietly point out the different parts of the service in the bulletin, and explain what the pastors, elders, and musicians are doing.
Help your child join in by singing the songs, praying the prayers, and voicing congregational responses. Children learn how to participate in worship by watching you worship.
If you need to step out of the sanctuary with your child, that's completely fine. The Welcome Area and Gathering Place both have live sermon audio. Please rejoin us in the sanctuary when you're able.
We offer childcare in the Nursery for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, every Sunday morning during worship at 10:00 AM. The Nursery provides a safe and nurturing environment for children, with a secure check-in system. It is staffed by several paid nursery workers as well as volunteers, all in accordance with our Child Protection Policy.
Children's Sunday School is offered at 9:00 AM, September through May, for children in preschool (potty-trained) through fifth grade. The Nursery is also available during the Sunday School hour for children from birth through preschool age.
For more information please email our Youth & Families Pastor, Brennen Winter.
