Welcome to Kids Ministry
SR Kids is our Children's Ministry focused on Loving God and Changing the World, One Life at a Time
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CURRENT SERIES - PRESCHOOL
There's a lot in this world worth celebrating—and no one is more worth celebrating than God. When we stop to think about all God has made and all God has done, joy just bubbles up. Throughout the Bible, God's people sang, danced, shouted, and threw parties to celebrate Him. We can do the very same. With loud voices and happy hearts, we can celebrate God!
CURRENT SERIES - ELEMENTARY
Kids will discover what the Bible is, why we read it, and how it helps us know God and follow Jesus. They'll learn simple ways to read and understand Scripture, discover more about who God is, and put what they learn into practice in their everyday lives.
ABOUT OUR MINISTRY
In our program, we use our SouthRidge Discipleship Rhythms as a foundation for what we believe and what we do together. We desire to create environments where our kids can:
Celebrate God
Serve OthersShare our FaithBe TogetherFollow Jesus every day
First time? We are excited to welcome your family to our ministry. Come see us on Sunday mornings at our check-in area located just inside the main entrance of the building.
AGE GROUPS
Nursery
Our Nursery is for children ages 6-36 months and is staffed with our volunteer team ready to care for your little ones. We have a Family Room beside our Nursery for families with infants. This room has a live stream of the service that can be used by famlies at any time.
Preschool
Our preschool program is currently divided into two age groups, 2-3 year olds and children ages 3-5. Both are full of different options for play, activities and stories from the Bible.
Elementary
Our Elementary program is for children in Kindergarten through Grade 5. It consists of age-appropriate small groups, each led by a leader who guides the children through different activities, games, and stories from the Bible.
If your child needs extra support to fully participate in SR Kids, we're here to help! The Thrive team works to ensure that children of all abilities find a place of belonging at SouthRidge.
Click here to connect with us!
Family Dedication
Have you been thinking about having your family dedicated to the Lord? Or are you wondering what it means to be a part of a dedication? We would love to discuss this more with you.
Register now to learn more
Baptism
Have you or your children been thinking about getting baptized? Wondering what it means to be baptized? We would love to chat to you more about it.Our next class is August 23 at 11:30am. Sign up now!
Lord's Supper
Not sure how to talk to your kids about the Lord's Supper? This resource will help children understand and take part.The Lord's Supper
JOIN OUR TEAM!
WANT TO SERVE WITH KIDS?
WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?
CURRENT AREAS OF NEED
Nursery Leader
Preschool Leader
Elementary Group Leader
We are looking for good people to join our team and help make Sunday mornings the best they can be for our kids.
Nursery Positions
Preschool Positions
Elementary Positions
If you would like to learn more about what is involved in being on the team please click here and fill out the form.. We'll take it from there!
MEET THE TEAM
JON GROCHOWSKI
SR Kids Ministry Director
Having grown up outside the church and coming to faith as a young adult, Jon has developed a passion for seeing kids’ lives transformed by Jesus, just like he has been. Jon has been on staff at SouthRidge for ten years and is married to Shannon. Together they have a full household with their children Abigail, Elizabeth, David & Margaret.
Contact Jon
REBECCA PARAS
SR Kids Coordinator
Rebecca has a heart for Jesus and a passion to see children know, grow and thrive in their relationship with Him. She has served in Children's Ministry for years and has found a home in SouthRidge, along with her husband and two beautiful children, Rachel and Hannah.
Contact Rebecca