Nursery
9:30am | Education Building – The Nursery is open and accessible to all parents / caregivers and their littles for diapering, feeding, and calming. The room has books, activities, and glider rocking chair.
Preschool
9:30am | Education Building – During Mass, St. Michael’s Preschool Room is a joyful nurturing space where our youngest children become comfortable in their church community. Biblically-based storytelling, art projects, and experiential opportunities provide a foundation for a developmentally appropriate understanding of the Good News.
All children rejoin their families for the Eucharist and remainder of the Mass.
Children’s Chapel (K – 6th Grade)
9:30am | Chapel – Elementary school-age children are invited to participate in a special time of worship and learning. Children’s Chapel is held in St. Michael’s historic chapel during Mass.
All children rejoin their families for the Eucharist and remainder of the Mass.
Family Worship
9:30am | Church Building – Worship at St. Michael’s is wiggle-friendly! If families want to worship together during Sunday Mass, there are children’s materials on the “Kids’ Carts” in the back of the sanctuary.
The Family Room
9:30am | Church Building – The Family Room is a calming space for parents and caregivers with young children. This space has audio/visual capabilities enabling families to enjoy full participation in worship, books and activities, and a glider rocking chair.
Caregivers
The Children’s Ministry team consists of volunteers and paid staff who provide safe and positive early church experiences.
St. Michael’s maintains high caregiver-to-child ratios and has at least one CPR and First Aid certified adult per classroom. All KidMin staff and volunteers must undergo a background check and complete the Safeguarding God’s Children training.
It is a privilege to partner with the families at St. Michael’s! Contact [email protected] for more information.
Youth Sunday
9:15am | Church Sacristy – On the 2nd Sunday of most months, children of all ages enjoy V.I.P. seating and serve as greeters, readers, and acolytes.
Intergenerational Fellowship Events
ALL generations gather together to celebrate the life of the Church! Intergenerational Events take place throughout the year, providing numerous opportunities for mutual sharing, serving, and learning!
Facilities
Inclusion
Children of all abilities are accommodated and celebrated at St. Michael’s! The Children’s Ministry Team is dedicated to providing an enriching Sunday experience for everyone. Full participation in the life of the church is encouraged and fostered among typical and exceptional children alike.
Please contact [email protected] to learn more about how St. Michael’s can serve your family!
Playground
The ADA accessible playground contains a play structure, a toddler swing, a dome climber, and a beloved climbing tree. The playground is available to children and families whenever there is activity at St. Michael’s! The playground is also open to the community most days.
Please help keep our children healthy by using hand sanitizer before and after use and by refraining from eating or drinking on the playground. Adult supervision of children is required.
Therese Stambaugh | Director
