Children and Family Ministry | Mount Vernon Presbyterian Church

MVPC Children, Youth, and Family Ministries

2024-2025 Children, Youth, and Family Ministries Program Year

Questions? Please contact Pastor Rebecca Holland, Associate Pastor of Discipleship

Sunday Worship at 10:30 am for ALL AGES (plus Nursery and Godly Play Programs)

Families of all ages are invited to participate in Sunday Worship at 10:30 am In Person or on Zoom. Gather where your whole family will be comfortable. Allow your youth and kids to color or draw while they listen and participate in worship. Encourage them to ask you questions, wonder, and talk about what they noticed in the worship service. It's a great time to connect and help your kids grow in their faith! We hope that families always feel welcome:

-Kids and Youth are invited to use one of the Worship Activity Bags located outside of the sanctuary doors.

-Younger Kids are invited to sit at the Kid's Activity Table for a "just the right size" chair and space to worship.

-Families are invited to Worship in the Sanctuary or in the Fireside Room right outside the Sanctuary.

-Godly Play Kid's will be invited to the Godly Play Program during the Prayers of the People on most Sundays.

-The Nursery is open from 10 am to Noon every Sunday. Feel free to bring your little ones back anytime.

The Nursery ~ Sundays from 10 am to Noon and Special Services and as requested by Programs and Events

Infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and elementary kids are welcome to come and play with our Nursery Team on Sunday mornings while their adults enjoy worship. Plus, there's a Summer Nursery Program during June, July, and August.

Godly Play Kid's Ministry Program ~ most Sundays during worship (Kicks off 9/15)

Elementary aged kids begin in Worship with their families and then are invited part way through the service to the Godly Play Program where we share, wonder, and engage in our faith through storytelling and creative reflection. On 1st Sundays the Godly Play Kids remain in Worship with their families for the story and communion. No GP holiday weekends. Talk with Pastor Rebecca if you would like to learn more about this wonderful program for your kids and get a tour of the room.

Youth Group ~ most Sundays Noon to 1 pm (Kicks Off 9/15)

Youth in Middle School and High School are invited to be a part of the MVPC Youth Group that meets most Sundays after worship for a time of food, fellowship, and faith. On 1st Sundays the Youth meet at 10 am for donuts and to help to lead the Worship Service (instead of regular YG). No YG holiday weekends. Please RSVP for Youth Group with Pastor Rebecca.

MomCo and KidCo Ministry to Moms and Kids 9:30 to 11:30 am 2nd and 4th Tuesdays (Kicks off in September)

Moms are invited to connect with other moms and mentor moms through a program of faith, food, and fellowship while their infants, toddlers, and preschoolers enjoy their own KidCo Kid's Program and play time. It's a wonderful time for everyone!

Family Small Group Monthly Gatherings

Families gather for a potluck and fellowship in homes or for a bring your own picnic at a park. Please let Pastor Rebecca know if you would like to be added to the Family Small Group email list to find out details about the upcoming Family Small Group!

Family Special Events 2024-2025 - For Families of All Ages and Stages

-Back to School Blessings - Sunday, August 25th during Worship

-Kick Off Sunday and All Church Salmon BBQ - Sunday, September 8th

-All Church Family Pumpkin Party - Sunday, October 27th after Worship

-All Church Giving Thanks Lunch - Sunday, November 17th after Worship

-Family Snow Camp Retreat at Tall Timber Camp - TBD during Christmas Break

-Secret Valentine Celebration - Sunday, February 9th after Worship

-All Church Family Easter Egg Decorating - Sunday, April 13th after Worship

-Skagit Mom Co Garage Sale - Friday April 25th - Saturday April 26th

-Weekend of Service at Tall Timber Camp - Friday, May 23rd to Monday, May 26th

-Appreciation Sunday - Sunday, June 1st during Worship

-Graduation (and Bibles) Sunday - Sunday, June 8th during Worship