The Children's Ministry of York Alliance Church exists to help the newest generation grow in a real and thriving relationship with Jesus enabling them to exalt Christ and love others through learning God's word and experiencing its transforming power, loving all people with the heart of Jesus, and leading others into a life of following Jesus as they journey alongside them.
"And the seeds that fell on good soil represent honest, good-hearted people who hear God's word, cling to it, and patiently produce a huge harvest." - Luke 8:15
Dig-In
Sunday Mornings DURING 8:30 and 10:30 services
newborn - 5th grade
The GreenHouse
This time is designed to help children dig deep into God's word. There's a big difference between knowing about someone and really knowing them personally. That's why the guiding principles behind all DIG IN lessons are designed to help kids develop a genuine, growing relationship with God by getting to know His heart. Their learning will be enhanced by numerous creative teaching tools to make each week fun, interactive, relevant, and life-changing.
Thrive
Wednesdays 6:30-8Pm (September - april)
K - 5th grade
The GreenHouse
Thrive is our mid-week gathering for children K – 5th grade providing a place where kids can connect with each other, invite friends, have fun and at the same time learn about Jesus and the difference He makes in our lives every day of the week.
Vine Time
Vine Time takes place during Community Group meetings, while children attend with their families, in the homes of various people. This is a short, power-packed, kid-friendly activity and lesson designed to help kids stay connected to Jesus while allowing them time to build relationships with others in a multi-generational atmosphere. Each community group will involve children in different ways–including them in worship and prayer time, using a short power-packed, kid-friendly activity and Biblical truth, and having them participate in service projects alongside teens and adults.
SAFETY & SECURITY
CHECK-IN PROCESS:
Our safe and secure kids check-in system can help keep track of children during church services. Check-in labels provide important information about the child and allows quick contact of parents.
SECURITY LABELS:
At check-in, you will receive a tag matching your child’s name tag. This is required for pick-up and allows for safe and secure pick-up and drop-off.
SPECIAL NEEDS:
Each tag has special notes to highlight medical needs or allergies
BACKGROUND CHECKS:
All York Alliance Church Greenhouse volunteers are carefully trained and background checked, including PA clearances, before serving in our children’s ministries.
WELLNESS:
Children who have shown signs of fever, vomiting or other contagious illnesses should be symptom-free for 24 hours before coming to Children’s Ministries.
SECURITY:
Our Children's area remains locked and has a security team dedicated specifically to this area during each service.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WILL I NEED TO REGISTER OR CHECK-IN MY CHILD?
Yes, you will need to register your child and then check them in each week you come to church.
HOW DO I KNOW MY KIDS ARE SAFE?
Your child's safety is a priority to us! Please review the Safety & Security Policies we have in place.
WHAT IF MY CHILD HAS ALLERGIES OR SPECIAL NEEDS?
Please notify us of ANY and ALL allergies, and medical or behavioral special needs so we can best help your children. For your convenience, we provide Cheerios for snacks in the Infant Nursery, Goldfish or animal crackers for the toddler class, and animal crackers, pretzels, goldfish or fruit snacks for kindergarten and above.
WHAT IF I'M WORRIED ABOUT MY KID GETTING SICK?
We strive to keep our environments as germ-free as possible. Rooms, toys, and surfaces are disinfected after use. If a child appears to be sick, a parent will be contacted immediately and asked to keep the child with them for the duration of the service. If your child has been sick, we ask that you wait until they are symptom-free for 24 hours before returning.
WHEN CAN I CHECK MY CHILD IN?
Check-in stations open 20 minutes before each service starts and close 15 minutes after the start of each service.
WHAT IF MY CHILD NEEDS ME DURING THE SERVICE?
If we need to get in contact with you during the service, you will receive a text message sent directly to your cell phone.
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