kids ministry
what is kids ministry like at trellis?
We love partnering with parents as they help their children grow in faith! We believe parents are the primary spiritual teachers in their children’s lives, and Trellis Kids Ministry is here to come alongside you supporting and encouraging your kids to learn about God the Father, Jesus our Savior and the Holy Spirit our helper, in a way that is meaningful and engaging.
We believe God works in all stages of life and every child can learn to discover who God is, how much He loves them, and that He wants a relationship with them. We provide age-appropriate teaching and activities for four different age groups: Babies (0–3), Preschool (3–5), Kindergarten–2nd Grade, and 3rd–5th Grade. Each group learns about Jesus in ways that connect with their age and development.
And yes, even our babies can start learning about Jesus! Through simple lessons, songs, toys, and loving care, our youngest children begin hearing the wonderful truth that God made them and loves them. From the nursery to fifth grade, we want every child to feel known, loved, and excited to learn more about Jesus.
We’d love to have your family join us! Come see how we’re helping kids build a strong foundation of faith through having fun, making friends, and discovering the joy of knowing and following Jesus.
Helping Kids Know and Love Jesus
Trellis offers classes for three age groups of children.
Babies Class
Age appropriate teaching and play time.
Age 0-3
10 am - 11:30 am
preschool Class
Play time, snacks, games and gospel focused curriculum .
Age 3-5
10 am - 11:30 am
Elementary Class
Bible skills and teaching, games, activities & crafts.
Kindergarten - 5th Grade
Class begins after starting with the adults for the beginning of the service.
10:20 am - 11:30 am
faq
You can always contact us directly to get more specific questions answered.
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We currently have classes divided into four age groups
0-3 Babies: Class time 10-11:30 with about half of this time for teaching and half for free play.
3-5 Preschool: Class time 10-11:30 includes free play, a Bible story video, songs, crafts, games and a snack.
K – 5th grades: Elementary students begin the morning with the adults in the worship service and are dismissed to classes at meet and greet. [*exception in fall quarter when students are learning songs for the Christmas musical.]
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Dedications are planned upon request and we are honored to support parents as the spiritual leaders for their children. Child Dedication is an opportunity to thank God for the gift of your child, commit to raising them to know and love Jesus, and invite your church family to partner with you in that journey. To ask more questions or schedule a date for Child Dedication, please email conniesues@trellisnw.org.
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Kids Ministry volunteers have completed a background check and Sexual Abuse Awareness Training. In addition to these, staff are First Aid and CPR trained and certified.
Secure check-out
Security patrol Sunday mornings
Emergency evacuation plans in place
Safety in numbers – always 3 or more in a group [multiple students with one or more teachers]
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All volunteers must have been attending Trellis for at least 6 months, completed a background check, Sexual Abuse Awareness Training and provide references prior to serving with kids/youth.
To inquire about serving in Trellis Kids Ministry contact conniesues@trellisnw.org
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We believe parents are the primary disciplers of their children. Church activities are a very small part of a student's life, so our goal is to come alongside and reinforce Bible teaching, and prayer practices, learning who Jesus is and how to connect with Him in daily life.
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Elementary Camp for 3rd – 5th grades the first full week of July each year. We partner with other local churches to plan a week of teaching, skits and music based on a chosen scripture at morning and evening chapel. The rest of the day is filled with recreation activities including camp fire, boating, swimming, scavenger hunts and teambuilding games. Lake Retreat (make link) in Ravensdale, WA.
Christmas Musical – We practice September – November on the 2nd & 4th Sundays 12-2pm with our performances on the second weekend in December. There are speaking roles and singing solos [ages 5 – adult] for those who enjoy the spotlight and choir and supporting roles [preschoolers – adult] as well. This has been a highlight for almost 20 years that the entire church enjoys.
Day of Fun for 1st – 5th grades – School Holidays are sometimes tricky for working parents so we plan a day of fun activities for MLK Day in January. Past activities include sledding, movie, nerf wars, swimming, trampoline park and include lunch and snacks.
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