Our desire is to teach our children to passionately love God, His Word and all people, training them to become leaders of their generation who impact and change their world for God.

We believe that parents, before any other institution, are responsible for the spiritual nurturing of their children. Our goal is to partner with parents in providing a solid spiritual foundation upon which to train up the children in the ways of God.  To supplement the ongoing nurturing, training, and education provided by parents, we see value in the following: 

  • To teach major narratives, themes, and the central message of the Bible. 
  • To apply scriptural teachings to everyday situations children face. 
  • To teach about the three unique persons of the Godhead: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. 
  • To cultivate the fruits and gifts of the Spirit in those who have accepted Christ as their Saviour. 
  • To help children memorize key Bible verses. 
  • To instill a respect for the God-given authorities in their lives. 
  • To see godly friendships form and a respect for others nurtured. 
  • To help children understand the Gospel and how to share it with unchurched friends. 
  • To provide a creative, safe, and fun environment in which children are loved, accepted and acknowledged as beloved children of God.

Our children are very valuable to us, and it is our highest priority to ensure their well-being and security. To ensure your child's safety, children will ONLY be released to the pre-assigned parent/care giver.

All children are encouraged to attend worship with their families in our main gathering on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month. After worship they are dismissed to their age-appropriate classes. On the 2nd, 4th and 5th Sunday the children go directly to their classes: 

Sprouts for 0 to 24 months
Seedlings for 2 to 3 year olds
Saplings for 4 to 5 year olds
The Forest of the King for 6 to 12 year olds

Elevation (pm) Children

Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions concerning this ministry at colleen@southlands.net

In Christ,

Colleen Coombs, Children's Ministry Director