CHILDREN, YOUTH & FAMILY MINISTRIES

At Presby, every child is beloved and belongs.

Our Children and Youth Ministries are rooted in three core values:

Building relationships that reflect God’s love
Teaching love, lovingly in all we do
Deepening faith through meaningful and engaging questions

Together, these guide us toward spiritual formation grounded in Scripture and centered on the person of Jesus Christ.

Whether your child is just beginning to explore faith or asking big questions about life and God, we are committed to walking alongside them—and your family—with care, curiosity, and joy.

What Does a Typical Sunday Look Like?

We are an intergenerational church, and we value children and youth as full participants in worship.

9:30 AM – English Worship Service

Children and youth are encouraged to remain in the service and worship alongside adults
We have a new Worship Wall with activities and resources for children and youth during the service
A special “Time for Children” message is included during the service
An activity room is available downstairs for younger children where parents are invited to supervise their own children

10:45 AM – Fellowship Time

A time for coffee, tea, water, snacks, and connection across generations

11:15 AM – Church School (Downstairs)

Church School runs through the academic year, with Winter and Summer breaks.
Age-based classes for children and youth learning about the Bible and Spiritual Formation
Classes end at 12:15 PM

Children’s Ministries (5th Grade & Below)

Our children’s program is designed to be age-appropriate, nurturing, and engaging, helping children grow in faith through story, play, and relationship.

Current Classes

Nursery
Pre-School / Pre-K
Kindergarten–1st Grade
2nd–3rd Grade
4th–5th Grade

Each class is led by caring and dedicated teachers who are committed to creating a safe and welcoming environment.

Youth Ministries (Middle School & High School)

Our youth ministry is a space where students can be known, ask questions, grow in faith, and build meaningful relationships.

KOME (Middle School)

Kids on a Mission to Evangelize

A welcoming space for middle schoolers to explore faith, friendship, and identity.

Learning to put faith in action and start to own their own relationships with God and the church

RICE (High School)

Rejoicing in Christ Everyday

A community for high school students focused on discipleship, leadership, and deeper faith formation.

Food & Fellowship (Hamburger/Plant-Based Sundays, 1st Sunday of each month)
Sharing meals together while building relationships
Testimonies
Hearing stories of faith from members of the church community
Scripture study and Biblical literacy

Intergenerational Mentorship and Service Connections

We intentionally connect youth with adult members of the church through mentorship relationships, fostering:

Guidance and encouragement
Faith conversations across generations
A deeper sense of belonging in the church family

We also have many opportunities for intergenerational learning and service (such as AV and worship teams, supporting ministries of food and fellowship, Manna to Go, Growing with God in the Garden, and more!)

Monthly Rhythms

Presby Youth Fellowship (PYF) – Last Saturday Evenings of each month
- A monthly gathering with food, games, and discipleship in community
Youth Climbing Events
Regular opportunities for activity, challenge, and fun

Summer Opportunities

Summer is a special time for growth, adventure, and deeper connection:

Steps of Faith Class (faith formation for 4th – 12th grade)
Mission & Service Learning Trips / Pilgrimages – RICE 2027 Hidden Christians of Japan, Pilgrimage Summer 2027
Summer Splash Week (fun, water-based activities and community building for 4th–8th grade)

Family Ministries

We consider ourselves an Intergenerational Family here at Presby. So we offer occasional classes and activities oriented specifically for parents, grandparents, and families of the children and youth of the Church.

Special Events & Seasonal Activities

Throughout the year, we gather for special moments of celebration and community, including:

Christmas Play
Eggstravaganza Easter Egg Hunt and other activities
Fourth of July Weekend Family Camp
Additional faith formation, seasonal events, service opportunities, and fellowship gatherings
GTOs (Get Together Overnight), annual KOME/RICE youth retreat