Mission

At Lake Grove Presbyterian Church, our goal is to provide opportunities for children to grow in God's grace and become disciples of Jesus Christ. 
We are committed to supporting you in the high calling of raising your child...

• to be a person of faith
• to build a loving relationship with God, self, and others
• to develop spiritual resources necessary for life's journey

Church School for age 2 - grade 5.

8:00 Sunday mornings, September through June

Childcare for infants through age 4 in the Nursery & Toddler Room. Children ages 4-Pre-K attend worship with their families until excused for childcare. Children K—5th grade attend worship with their families. 

9:30 & 11:00 Sunday mornings, September through June

Church School classes for age 2 through 5th grade. Students go directly to class. This year's curriculum is, “Faithweaver, Weaving Faith Into Life ”  by Group Publishing, Inc.

Summer Church School

Classes offered for age 2 through 5th grade at the 9:30 hour only. 

Childcare for preschool age children is available during the other worship hours.

Appropriate Class:

Fifth graders will be promoted to Junior High at the end of the school year.  All other children attend the same age/grade as public school and remain in that class until promoted in September.

Third Grade Bible Course

A six-week special interactive study during the Spring term that gives the third graders an overview of how to use and appreciate their own personal Bible. The course culminates with the presentation of Bibles during a Sunday worship service.

Fourth Grade Communion Class

A Communion Class for 4th graders and their parents is offered each Fall. Fifth graders who missed the class last year are invited to attend.

Ministry to Infants and Toddlers

Infant and toddler care for all regular and special worship services is provided by paid professional childcare givers, supported by a trained volunteer staff.

Noah’s Ark Early Childhood Education Program
(click HERE for more information)

A weekday fee-based program for children ages 2 to pre-K. Meets mornings during the school year. 

Noah's Ark Summer Camp (June 2 - July 24). 

(click HERE for more information)

45ers

A monthly Friday evening fellowship group for 4th and 5th graders.  Click HERE for more information.

September through June:  Church school classes for age 2 through 8th grade are offered at 9:30 a.m.  Classes for age 2 through 5th grade are offered at 11:00.

Children must be registered in their classes. (Click HERE for registration forms.)

Noah's Ark Early Childhood Education Program

Welcome to Noah's Ark!

Teachers: Susan Sullivan and Mandy Barber, Pre-K; Gina Chandler, Sheryl Cooper and Martha Vaught, 2's and 3's; Nancy Stewart, Director.

See pictures from some of our past activities!

Click HERE to see our first week of summer camp!

Thursday’s Kids

Childcare and preschool age classes are provided in conjunction with the Thursday morning Women’s Connection meetings.  The Women’s Connection is where women of all ages gather to support each other in their faith journeys with study, prayer, and fellowship; focusing on personal growth, family, and community outreach.

Children's Stewardship

The children of our church family are learning to be faithful stewards of their time, talent and treasure. Each Sunday an offering is received to share in caring for God's people. Ministries in Africa, Mexico , and the local area are being enthusiastically supported by the Church School.

Worship Experience

An important part of a child's Christian Education is to become familiar with the elements of worship. Through worship our love and reverence for God deepens.

Children are always welcome in worship. Beginning in October at 9:30 and 11:00, grades 2 — 5 are scheduled to attend an entire worship service with a parent or adult friend once a month. This allows children the opportunity to experience music, liturgy, prayers, and the church family worshipping together. A brochure, Making Room for Children in Worship, which offers suggestions for preparing and guiding a child through a worship experience, is available.

Click HERE for the monthly worship schedule

In April and June all grades attend church school classes. During July and August children entering First Grade (in September) and up attend worship every Sunday.

Summer Programs

8:30 and 10:00 - Childcare for infants through pre-K.

Summer programs include Discovery Bible Campand camps for all ages.

Children's Ministry Staff

Director:  Susie Graham
Assistant: Diane Parker    
Program Assistant: Barbara Kempe

Volunteer "ministers":  All programs are staffed by volunteers.   Ministry positions include teachers, caregivers, and musicians, as well as planners and helpers for Discovery Bbile Camp, socials, summer camps, and special projects.  If you are interested in volunteering with Children's Ministry contact Diane Parker, dianeparker@lakegrovepres.org or 503-636-5656 ext. 101.