Where faith Starts young
Kids Ministry at Riverwood
Your child has a place here. Every Sunday, Riverwood Kids creates safe environments where kids learn about Jesus at their level so they might trust God’s character and experience God’s family.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
At a glance
Birth through 4th Grade
When: Sundays at 9:00, 10:15, and 11:30 AM
(no Kids programming at 7:45 AM)
Where: Kids wing, to the left when you enter the Foyer
Curriculum: The Gospel Project, a Christ-centered Bible study walking kids through Scripture from Genesis to Revelation
First Visit: Check in at the New Families Desk in the Foyer. A team member will walk your family to the right classroom.
Pre-Register: Save time on Sunday morning by pre-registering your kids online.
PARTNERING WITH YOU
What Happens on Sunday
Riverwood Kids exists to partner with parents and guardians in helping children know Jesus. Every Sunday morning, your child walks into a room designed for their age, led by trained volunteers, and centered on one thing: the Bible.
Each classroom follows a curriculum based on the Gospel Project, a Christ-centered Bible study that walks kids through the storyline of Scripture from Genesis to Revelation. Your child hears about the same Jesus who anchors the service in the Worship Center but taught in a way that sticks.
You participate in the service. Your kids interact in theirs. Everyone leaves pointed toward the same Christ.
EVERY ROOM TEACHES ABOUt JESUS
Programs by Age
OPEN ARMS NURSERy
Infants through Toddlers
(until three years old and potty-trained)
9:00, 10:15, and 11:30 AM
Open Arms Nursery gives your youngest children a routine of welcome, Bible stories, playtime, and snack. The environment is warm, the volunteers are consistent, and your child is cared for so you can focus on the service. Once a toddler is three and potty-trained, they graduate to the Jr Pre-K class.
PREschool classes
Three years old through Kindergarten
9:00, 10:15, and 11:30 AM
Preschoolers learn about Jesus through singing, interactive Bible stories, and hands-on crafts or games. Each lesson is designed to plant biblical truth in a way a young child can grasp.
elementary classes
1st through 4th Grade
9:00, 10:15, and 11:30 AM
Elementary students dig deeper into God’s Word as they participate in worship geared for kids, engaging Bible stories, and application activities to move truth from head to heart. Each week, kids learn about who God is and how that impacts their everyday life.
YOUR FIRST SUNDAY WITH KIDS
What to Expect
First time? Here is what the morning looks like.
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Arrive and check in.
Head to the New Families Desk in the Foyer. A team member will meet your family, walk you through the check-in process, and take you to your child's classroom. You can also pre-register online ahead of time to save a step.
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Drop off with confidence.
Trained, background-checked volunteers lead every classroom. You will receive a pick up sticker with a code that matches your child’s nametag. If your child needs you during the service, the Kids team will text the number you provided at check-in.
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Pick up after the service.
Head back to your child’s classroom with your pick up sticker.
No appointment needed. No paperwork required ahead of time. Just show up and let the team take care of the rest.
MORE THAN A GAME
Kids Sports Ministry
Soccer, basketball, and flag football run seasonally at Riverwood. Each season is an opportunity for kids to build teamwork, have fun, and hear about Jesus in a setting outside the classroom. Volunteer coaches, referees, and program support staff make it happen.
Roles: Head and assistant coaches, referees, and program support volunteers are always needed.
QUESTIONS ABOUT RIVERWOOD KIDS?
Meet the Team
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Julianne Manning
KIDS MINISTRY DIRECTOR
Julianne oversees all that goes into equipping parents to show and teach Jesus, what community-based discipleship looks like in a kid’s life, and how to make Jesus known through their words and actions.
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Cora Gray
NEXT GENERATION MINISTRIES COORDINATOR
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Jodi Crawfis
KIDS MINISTRY VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR
Email: jodi.crawfis@riverwoodchapel.org -
Kery Dillyard
HELPING HANDS MINISTRY COORDINATOR
Email: kerry.dillyard@riverwoodchapel.org
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Carol Gray
KIDS MINISTRY CURRICULUM COORDINATOR
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Amy Adkins
NURSERY COORDINATOR
Email: amy.adkins@riverwoodchapel.org
GET YOUR KIDS STARTED
Plan Your Family’s First Sunday
The easiest way to get started is to show up. Pick any service at 9:00, 10:15, or 11:30 AM, head to the New Families Desk in the Foyer, and let the team walk you through everything. Your kids will be in good hands, and you will be free to experience the service knowing Jesus is being taught right down the hall.