Valley Kids

ABOUT

We are passionate about helping children come to know and follow Jesus! You will find lots of laughter, fun activities, engaging teaching, age-appropriate worship, and friendships cultivated during each ministry time for kids. All gatherings are led by loving role models who have completed our KidSafe process.

Valley Kids has opportunities for kids in Grade 4 and under, with many activities offered throughout the week!

UPCOMING KIDS EVENTS

September 16: Kids Clubs Resume!

SAVE THE DATE!

Girls & Boys Clubs resume on Wednesday, September 16 from 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. for Grades 1-4! A typical Kids Clubs night includes a Christ-centered group lesson, high-energy games, and creativity-increasing crafts or workshop. This is a wonderful opportunity for your children to plant spiritual roots and build lifelong, faith-filled friendships.

Kids are highly encouraged to invite their friends, and there is no cost to attend. Please register using the links below, we hope to see you there!

September 20: Kickoff Weekend!

Get ready for Kickoff Weekend, the exciting time when our kids officially move up to their 2026-2027 grade-level groups. Your child will love our interactive, fun classes on Sunday mornings this year! Every teacher and helper goes through our KidSafe background check system to help ensure your child's safety and security. 

9 a.m. service: Age-appropriate environments for infants-Grade 4

10:30 a.m. service: Age-appropriate environments for infants-Grade 4, Valley Kids Choir for Grades 1-6

If you're new to Valley, just head to the Kids Check-In Desk so we can get you and your child registered and ensure you get to the right room. 

Remember, our convenient Family Room is open during ALL worship services, and features a livestream of the service so you don't miss anything.

FEATURED EVENT

SUNDAY MORNING

 

Nursery (Infants-Age 2)

Sundays at 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.

Our Nursery provides a safe, loving, and nurturing environment for your little ones while you enjoy worship or a community with peace of mind.
We offer two age-appropriate room designed to meet the unique needs of each stage.
- Infants & Walkers (Under 2 years old)
-Two-Year-Olds (Acorns)

All nursery rooms are staffed by trained, background-checked volunteers who are passionate about serving families and creating a sage, welcoming experience for every child.

Puppets and Praise (Age 3-Kindergarten)

Sundays at 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.
Preschoolers enjoy puppet shows, lessons, crafts, and praise songs. These activities are offered by our fun, loving, trained, and background-checked Kids Ministry Team.

Valley Kids Church (Grades 1-4)

Sundays at 9 a.m.
Kids gather together for worship, a creative Bible lesson and prayer. Then, they separate into grade-level groups to learn practical applications of the lesson from our trained and background-checked Kids Ministry Team through creative games, activities, Scripture memorization, and discussion. 

RESOURCE ROOMS

 

Family Room

Available during all church services
The Family Room is a peaceful place with cozy seating, toys, and books for children, as well as two private rooms for nursing mothers. Whether your child is feeling restless and needs a change in environment, or your baby needs to be fed, the Family Room is designed for you. Parents can continue watching the service on our livestream television while attending to their child's needs in this comfortable space. Children with special abilities are welcome in this calming environment.

Friendship Kids

Sundays at 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.
If inclusion into our Sunday Valley Kids classrooms is not the best fit for your child, Friendship Kids is an alternative learning environment for children with special abilities. Please contact Mary Swank in the Care Office prior to your visit, so that we can prepare to accommodate for your child’s unique needs.

Valley Kids Library

Sundays 10:10-10:40 a.m. and Wednesdays 6-6:30 p.m.
We have a wonderful selection of Christian books, DVDs and CDs for kids of all ages. We also have a section with parenting books to help parents with the spiritual growth of their children. The Valley Kids Library is located in the hallway across from room 109.

KIDS CLUBS

Valley Kids Boys Club

Wednesdays from 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
September 16, 2026 - May 12, 2027
Valley Boys Club is a free weekly program for boys in Grades 1–4 to learn about Christian faith from trained, background-checked leaders. Each meeting features engaging Bible lessons, group games, workshop activities, Scripture memorization, and hands-on service projects. Boys are always welcome to bring friends, and there is no cost to attend. Please click on the form below to reserve your child's spot.

Register here

Valley Kids Girls Club

Wednesdays from 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
September 16, 2026 - May 12, 2027
Valley Girls Club is a free weekly program for girls in Grades 1–4 to learn how to love God and others well, guided by trained, background-checked leaders. Each meeting is filled with singing, creative crafts, group games, fun lessons, Scripture memorization, and inspiring guest speakers. It is a wonderful place to make new friends, and girls are always welcome to bring guests. Please click on the form below to reserve your child's spot.

Register here

Summer Bible Club

June, 2027
Summer Bible Club is a Valley Kids Outreach to our church families and communities. Kids gather each day to sing songs, do crafts, play games, and most importantly, kids will hear the Gospel. Registration is open for kids 4 years old (must have turned 4 years old by December 31, 2026) through grade 4 (completed 2026-2027 school year). Registration begins in early 2027.

FOR KIDS AND PARENTS

 

Valley Kids Baptism Class

Offered several times a year
This class is available for kids in Grades 3-4 who are interested in baptism. To become baptised, kids must attend both parts of the Valley Kids Baptism Class with a parent. Click below for information about dates, times, and locations.

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Parent-Child Dedications

Offered twice a year
In the spring and fall, we invite parents and their children to make Parent-Child Dedications during a worship service. Dedications are a way to publicly declare that you are plan to raise your child in the ways of the Lord -- and receive a commitment of help from your church family. Ready to consider this faith step? Click the button below to email Michele on our Valley Kids Staff.

EMAIL MICHELE FITZSIMONS

SERVE

 

Would you like to help kids learn about and follow Jesus? If you are gifted in teaching, encouraging, craft making, singing, administration, or decorating, we would love to have you on our children's ministry team. Click the button below to learn more about serving opportunities and the KidSafe process.

SERVE

VK Volunteer Handbook

ONLINE RESOURCES

 

Right NOW Media

As a Valley attendee, you have access to a huge online library of discipleship content. Visit our sign in page at RightNow Media to create an account. It's free and your information will not be displayed publicly.

Parenting Websites

Parenting Articles

Bible Story Apps and Websites

Bible Study and Devotional Videos

Kids Christian Music Resources

Arts, Crafts and Games

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