Children and Youth

Purpose Statement
At Parkway UCC, our Christian Education program nurtures curiosity, deepens faith, and equips all ages to live God’s love in the world. We embrace questions as much as answers, honoring the wisdom each person brings to the journey. Rooted in the life and teachings of Jesus, we create space for learning that is progressive, inclusive, and open to the Spirit’s leading. In classrooms, in worship, and in community, we celebrate diversity, affirm the dignity of every person, and seek to embody a faith that is both grounded and growing—alive with hope, compassion, and justice.

Nursery, Infant-Age 2 (God’s Tots)

At our Nursery here at PUCC, your infant and toddler are cared for by our loving staff, where we make sure there are at least two staff members are in the room at all times to ensure your precious ones are safe and loved during the worship service.

Additionally, Besides during worship, the Nursery is also open before worship from 9:00–10:00am and after worship from 11:15am–12:15pm (on Sundays when we have a Speaker Series or other need for extended care) for infants and kids through 5th grade, where they will receive loving care from our Nursery childcare providers Kara and Katie.

Children Ministry, Age 3-2^nd Grade (Lil’ Chips)

This is where children get fully immersed into what we believe here at PUCC, where we bolster a strong spiritual foundation for God's young, that all may be able to know of Christ's limitless love for them.

Additionally, Besides during worship, the Nursery is also open before worship from 9:00–10:00am and after worship from 11:15am–12:15pm (on Sundays when we have a Speaker Series or other need for extended care) for infants and kids through 5th grade, where they will receive loving care from our Nursery childcare providers Kara and Katie.

Children Ministry, 3^rd-5^th Grade (Golden Graders)

Now that they’ve had a chance to grow a little, it’s here they can feel more empowered to spiritually delve into the Bible and our unique identity as the United Church of Christ through all the phases of their life.

Additionally, Besides during worship, the Nursery is also open before worship from 9:00–10:00am and after worship from 11:15am–12:15pm (on Sundays when we have a Speaker Series or other need for extended care) for infants and kids through 5th grade, where they will receive loving care from our Nursery childcare providers Kara and Katie.

Youth Ministry, 6^th-12^th Grade (Loaded Taters)

This is where the youth really get to go deep into the spiritual waters of discerning and growing into their place in their faith identity in how they can feel included in this grand and glorious mission and faith community of the UCC. This is where they develop a kind of discipleship that can lead to courageous action in Christ and the Holy Spirit, that they may be a part of living into God's calling to create a more just world for all.

If you'd like to help or for more info, feel free to email me at gabriel@parkwayucc.org or Marsha Peek at marshapeek31@gmail.com