Our Director of Children's Ministry, Stephanie Willoughby, is excited to show the love of Christ to your child. If you have any questions. feel free to contact her at 269-353-2700, ext. 223 or swilloughby@southridgechurch.com.
CHILDREN'S MINISTRY }
Our mission is to provide a foundation for the continuing development of an active faith-based relationship with Jesus Christ for children ages infant through fifth grade. Southridge recognizes that the teachers and assistants that work with our children are volunteers who love the Lord and children. They have a variety of gifts that they want to share. As a children's ministry, we feel it is important to support and encourage a teachable atmosphere in each classroom.
Classes are offered on Sunday mornings during each service at 9:00 & 11:00 a.m.
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Nursery
We cherish your child as a gift from God and will provide quality care in a fun, loving and safe environment. Our caregivers share a love of Jesus Christ and children! Our Nursery is currently divided into three rooms to promote safety:
Infants Birth to about 1 year
Crawler 1 - 2 years
Toddler 2 - 3 years
Summer Preschool/Kindergarten (ages 3,4 & 5)
Our time begins down in the Oasis where all the children worship God in their own creative ways. We’ll sing, dance, and laugh and celebrate how much God loves us. Afterwards; the children return to their room where each week they’ll dig into God’s Word with creative activities, group discussions, and prayer and worship. The children will play games, sing songs, and build safe, healthy relationships with others and with God.
Summer Amplify (grades 1-5)
Sunday mornings is a fun time for kids at Southridge. Our program is designed with them in mind and reaches them spiritually at their level. Worship leaders will continue the VBS fun throughout the summer, expanding on the Bible stories and lessons. We will begin our time together with worship and a short Bible lesson. Then they will have time for games, crafts and activities that will help solidify the message.
Amplify @ the Park
On Fridays from July 9 through August 27, you are invited to join us at the Texas Drive Park, across the street from the church, for a play date from 11:00 a.m. until 12:30 p.m.! Bring a sack lunch and enjoy a summer afternoon getting to know other Southridge families. Below are some special dates where we will meet at alternate locations.
July 16- Amplify @ the Pool. Bring your pool gear and lunch and join us for a pool party from 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. we will meet at the clubhouse in The Meadows at Centennial, 1580 Harper Grove Lane, Vicksburg. We will have access to the pool (3-5 feet deep), splash park, clubhouse and playground. Southridge will provide drinks and dessert. Parents are expected to stay with your children.
August 20- Amplify @ the Zoo. Meet at the front gate of Binder Park Zoo with your lunch at 10:00 a.m. and we will enjoy the park together. If you would like to carpool, please contact Stephanie at 353-2700, ext. 223. Check out Binderparkzoo.org for pricing and directions.
Fifth Grade Fellowship
Inviting all 5th graders! Whether you are getting ready to start fifth grade or you have just finished, we hope that you will join us on Sunday, July 18, from 4:00-5:30 p.m.for an ICE CREAM PARTY! Mark your calendars and we will see you at the Oasis Cafe'.
Vacation Bible School-Autism Edition
We are excited to be able to offer this special VBS week, August 9-11, from 9:30-11:30 a.m., just for children entering grades 1-6, who have an ASD diagnosis.
Our Children's Ministry Director is working closely with specialists in the field to make an appropriate learning environment for children to experience community and learn about Jesus Christ. This VBS will be limited to 50 students. Contact Stephanie Willoughby for more information or register online.
Our Children's Ministry Director is working closely with specialists in the field to make an appropriate learning environment for children to experience community and learn about Jesus Christ. This VBS will be limited to 50 students. Contact Stephanie Willoughby for more information or register online.