At St. Paul’s, we believe that the development of a love for God and a sense of belonging as God’s beloved children takes place in a community where children are cherished and nurtured at all levels to grow into the people they were created to be. Our life as a vibrant, intergenerational community is rooted in our Sunday liturgies where all ages gather together for worship. Children are not only welcome in worship; they are a vital part of our worshipping community! Children and parents are encouraged to move around, as necessary, to be comfortable in worship. Various books, leaflets, and activity bags are available in both vestibules for children to enjoy.
Babies and toddlers are important members of our worshipping community, too. However, should little ones (or their parents) need a break, we offer nursery care from 8:50 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. every Sunday. Young children are lovingly cared for in the nursery and toddler rooms by paid staff trained in health and safety and enjoy their time with our youngest members of St. Paul’s. Silent pagers and comfortable chairs, changing tables, and plenty of toys are available for your use. You are welcome to take your little one to childcare at any point during the service you attend. Just ask an usher to point the way.
Childcare is also available for 3-5-year-old children during the 9 and 11 a.m. services. During the 9 a.m. service, children enjoy supervised play, crafts, and a story before joining the service at the Peace.
All clergy, staff members, and volunteers who work with children and youth at St. Paul’s are trained in Safeguarding God’s Children, a child abuse awareness and prevention education program offered through the Church Pension Group of The Episcopal Church.