Jesus said, "Let the little children come to me..."
Matthew 19:14
At Mercyview Kids we desire to come along parents as they disciple their kiddos by providing an engaging and rich environment for them to learn about Jesus in age appropriate settings. From our Crawlers to our Elementary age class, Mercyview Kids is focused on helping kids learn about Jesus and the hope of the gospel.
Frequently Asked Questions
What age groups do you offer classes for during your worship gathering?
Mercyview Kids currently offers classes for three age groups on Sunday evenings:
- Crawlers (Infants who can crawl up to 24 months)
- Two's & Three's (children 2-3 years old)
- Pre-School (4yrs - KINDERGARTEN)
- Elementary Class (1st-5th Grade)
What does your check-in process look like?
The first time you visit us on a Sunday, you will need to go through a few initial steps to check your child in.
It is our desire that your child transition well. If you have any questions or concerns be sure and ask us!
- First, you will be greeted by our Mercyview Kids check-in team. We use an electronic check-in system via Planning Center Online for our Mercyview Kids area. Our team will help you register your child.
- After registration, a Mercyview Kids team member will show you to your child's class, where one of our teachers will greet you.
It is our desire that your child transition well. If you have any questions or concerns be sure and ask us!
What do I bring?
Please feel free to bring a diaper bag with a change of clothes, pacifier, bottle, sippy cup, and anything else your child may need during their time with us. All personal items need to be labeled with the child’s first and last name.
What do I not need to bring?
We respectfully ask that you leave any outside toys and/or snacks at home. We have children with severe allergies and we will not allow any food whatsoever in the classrooms.
What if my child has an allergy?
If your child has an allergy that we need to be aware of, please alert one of our volunteers of the allergy upon registration.
How does the pick-up/checkout process work?
If you need to check out your child before the worship gathering is over, a volunteer will assist you. When you are picking up your child after the worship gathering, please provide the parent receipt provided at the time of check-in to the classroom teacher. Without this parent receipt, you will not be able to pick up your child without the approval of the Mercyview Kids Director or volunteer.
What if my child is sick?
If your child is sick or has been sick within the past 24-hour period before church activities, we ask that you not bring your child to church. Please adhere to the 24-hour fever rule as well, which states that a child needs to be fever-free without medication for a 24-hour period before attending church.
Where can I go if I need to nurse or change my child?
We have provided a special space for our nursing mothers located just outside the sanctuary on the right, near the door to the playground. If you need to use this area during the worship gathering, please do so at your convenience. If you need assistance someone from our Mercyview Kids Team can help you.
What if my child has special needs?
If you have a child with special needs, we would love to partner with you in ministering to them. Please contact our Mercyview Kids Team to let us know how we can serve you.
What if my child needs to take their medication when I'm away from them?
For safety reasons, volunteers are not permitted to give medications. Parents are asked to be responsible for giving medications to their own children if they are needed during the worship gathering.
What if I have security concerns about my child?
Parents are asked to report to the Mercyview Kids Director any legal, custodial, or guardianship issues that might cause a security concern for your child.
For the safety of our children, the door outside of the classroom hallway is closed and locked by 10:45 am, please make sure to check-in your children before this time. In case of an emergency or need to pick up your child early, there is a buzzer located next to the locked door.
For the safety of our children, the door outside of the classroom hallway is closed and locked by 10:45 am, please make sure to check-in your children before this time. In case of an emergency or need to pick up your child early, there is a buzzer located next to the locked door.
How are the classrooms divided?
Mercyview Kids Preschool is currently divided into three different classrooms. Children are placed in classrooms based on mobility and maturity.
How do you select your volunteers?
Protecting your children is our highest priority. All volunteer applicants must be partners (what we call members) of Mercyview, which means that been interviewed by an elder of our church. We also run a background check on all volunteer applicants. They also must complete some basic training to serve in Mercyview Kids. After they pass these steps, they are then approved to serve in Mercyview Kids.
What will you be teaching my child?
We use the curriculum provided by the organization Truth78, entitled A Sure Foundation for our Crawlers-4's and 5's. For our Elementary class we are using the Biggest Story Curriculum from Crossway.
As an added resource you will find this list that includes some recommended books which we hope will help facilitate reading, learning, and faith-based conversations in your family. This was created by one of our Mercyview partners to teach her children the love of reading and the love of Jesus.
As an added resource you will find this list that includes some recommended books which we hope will help facilitate reading, learning, and faith-based conversations in your family. This was created by one of our Mercyview partners to teach her children the love of reading and the love of Jesus.
The Typical Sunday Morning
Crawler's - 4's and 5's
When you arrive, follow the sign's to the Mercyview Kids Check-In station. There you can check-in your children and take them to the appropriate classroom(s). Be sure to keep your pickup sticker!
Elementary Age Class
When you arrive, follow the sign's to the Mercyview Kids Check-In station. Print off your child's sticker and secure the pickup sticker. Your elementary age child will participate in the first portion of our worship service before being dismissed to class.