Children’s Ministry
Children’s Ministry is for kids ages 3 through 6th grade and their families. For children younger than age 3, check out our Babies & Toddlers Ministry. We welcome children at each age and stage of their growing up to learn about God’s love for them and feel like they matter in our church community. When we say, “All are Welcome” we mean all. Our Neurodiversity Ministry is one of the many ways we live into this welcome. Michaela, our Children & Family Minister, is always willing to talk with families about how their children can feel at home at Abiding Presence.
ELEMENTARY SUNDAY SCHOOL
Resuming Sunday, September 13
from 10:05-10:45 a.m.
We cannot wait to start Sunday School again this September. This fall we are learning from Jesus through parables in the Gospel of Matthew. Jesus used parables, short stories, to teach people about forgiveness, listening to God and more. Through exciting activies alongside our amazing Abiding Fellows, our kids will grow in their faith while following Jesus.
At Abiding Presence, our Sunday morning faith formation follows a workshop model. Kids get to pick an age-appropriate workshop to engage in for the six week session. Read more about our innovative approach to Sunday School in this article from The Living Lutheran magazine and scroll down the page to read our FAQs.
We hope you’ll join us for all the fun. New workshops for fall 2026 are coming soon!
6th Grade at Abiding Presence
Resuming September 2026
Sunday Morning Faith Formation, 10:05-10:45 a.m.
Youth Music Wednesdays, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Wednesday Night Youth Group, 6:30-8:00 p.m.
6th Grade is an important year for students at Abiding Presence and we are taking advantage of every moment. From Sunday morning to Wednesday night, we are building life-long friendships, having fun, and growing our faith.
PRESCHOOL SUNDAY SCHOOL
Resuming September 13
from 10:05-10:45 a.m.
This fall, Ms. Lori, Ms. Christina and Ms. Leslie are ready to teach our youngest and brightest in our Preschool Workshop. The class will take place indoors in Classroom 9. All children who turned three prior to September 30, 2026 through pre-K are invited to participate. We can’t wait to learn about Jesus through Bible stories, activities, and play. You only need to fill out the form once per school year. Questions, contact our Children & Family Minister, Michaela Silvis.
Abiding Kids Club
(Preschool · Kindergarten-2nd Grade · 3rd-5th Grade)
Tuesdays starting September 15, 2026
5:30-7:00 p.m.
We are excited to be expanding our weekday kids ministry programming this fall. Welcome to the Abiding Kids Club! Ms. Michaela, Dr. Dave and Ms. Nicole are exited to gather with our preschool and elementary friends for a time to create music, grow faith and share dinner together. The doors are open and all are welcome.
If you have questions or want to know more, reach out to our Children & Family Minister, Michaela Silvis.
ABIDING FAMILIES MINISTRY
KIDS FOOD PANTRY THURSDAYS
Thursdays from 5:30-6:30 p.m. in Bailey Hall
Students of all ages are invited to join Ms. Michaela and participate in a service project for the Abiding Presence Food Pantry. On the Thursday before every Abiding Presence Food Pantry, you can come learn about how the food pantry operates, help pray over the produce and the people who are coming, and learn about service as a spiritual discipline. If you have questions or need any accommodations, please reach out to our Children & Family Minister, Michaela Silvis.
