Welcome to the Family!

Study after study has shown that children who feel like a part of the "whole" church are more likely to remain connected to church as adults than children who spend all their time in children-only programs. At First Cumberland, we are very intentional about building intergenerational friendships; including our children in the full life of the church; and nurturing their faith development.

Children in Worship

Because we believe that Christianity is as much "caught" as "taught," we include children in our worship service rather than sending them off to a separate service of their own.

That means that every person in the pew has the opportunity to model Christian worship for our kids, and to help them learn good worship habits.

Children in elementary school and younger are invited to the front of the sanctuary during the service for a special time of learning and blessing. Our children also help as acolytes, ushers, and readers in the service.

Yes: sometimes this means that our services are a little loud when we thought they'd be quiet...or a little wiggly during the sermon. We think it's completely worth it!

This summer, we're completing a huge remodeling project, which means our nursery is temporarily closed. Babies and children of all ages are always welcome in worship--and if they are a little wiggly or giggly, that's oaky with us!

Sunday School

Our remodeling project has temporarily displaced our children's and youth Sunday School classes, This summer, the children's classes are meeting in the new fellowship hall.

LOGOS

LOGOS begins in September!

On Wednesdays during the school year, our church gathers for LOGOS. Students explore Scripture, sing, create art, and play games. They are assigned to a "table family" for the full LOGOS year: 2 adults and up to 3 kids who eat together, talk together, and build relationships as they share a family-style meal.

On a LOGOS evening, 40+ volunteers cook, teach, lead, clean, and mentor our students, making it a truly intergenerational time of fellowship.

• LOGOS 2019-20 is our THIRTY-FIRST YEAR of LOGOS ministry!
• 4:45-7:00, dinner included
• Tuition is $45 per child per semester, with discounts for toddlers and multi-child families. Scholarships are available.

Youth Program

Our middle and high school students meet each Wednesday evening during the school year, and join the rest of us for dinner when LOGOS is in session.

They also participate in service projects, serve as ushers, go on fun day trips, and help lead worship several times each year.

We Are All Children of God.