Children’s Ministry 2PK-2nd Pres Kids

The Children’s Ministry of Second Presbyterian Church seeks to inspire children through the development of their faith and their knowledge as they grow in love of God and the world.

To register with 2PK, please complete the following form.
To sign up for 2PK correspondence, please email Joanie Gillis at joaniegillis@gmail.com.

Classes for children take place on Sundays at 11:00 a.m. Children ages 3 (by Aug. 1st) through 3rd grade begin each Sunday in 11:00 a.m. Worship and are dismissed to classes after the Children’s Sermon. 4th & 5th graders are welcome to attend Worship on the 1st Sunday of each month. On the 2nd–4th Sundays, they report directly to the Youth Suite for a time of fellowship and activities.

Childcare for both 8:30 & 11:00 a.m. Worship is available for children ages 3 and under in room 117 in Hilbert Hall, located adjacent to the Weekday School Atrium, doors #1 or #9.

Childcare during adult Sunday School is available beginning at 9:30 a.m. for Preschool-aged children and under in room 117. Childcare for elementary-aged children will take place in the Great Hall (gym).

KidCheck is a secure children’s check-in system that enhances our security system and simplifies the check-in process. KidCheck helps ensure no one can pick up your child without your concent. To sign up, download the KidCheck app or go to go.kidcheck.com.

Wednesdays Together is a time for friends and families to fellowship together with dinner, children’s choirs, youth fellowship, adult studies, and gym time. For more information on Children’s Choirs, click here. There are two semesters, the fall which runs September-November and the spring which runs January-April. Reservations are needed by Monday at noon of each week. There is a suggested donation of $5 per person with a $15 family cap for the meal.
Click here to RSVP for Wednesdays Together.
Dinner in the Great Hall: 5:30-6:00 p.m.
All Classes: 6:00-7:00 p.m.

The Second Presbyterian Weekday School has been a ministry of Second Presbyterian Church since 1955 and is committed to meeting the developmental needs of children in their formative years, 6 weeks of age through kindergarten.

Parent’s Night Out

Dates: May 28, June 18, July 9, and August 20
Time: 5:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Cost: $15 per child, $25 family cap
Ages: Birth – 5th grade

Pack a dinner and have the kiddos join us for a fun filled night of crafts, gym time, storytelling and more!

Reservations are a must! Please contact Amy Heckmann at aheckmann@2ndpreslou.org for questions and to reserve your spot!

Summer Programming

The Children’s Ministry sponsors six weeks of camps for children each summer: Smiley Camp, Vacation Bible School, and Project Serve. All camps are half-days and provide activities to engage children by sharing grace through play, exploration, new relationships, and love.

Smiley Camp

June 13–17 9:00am-2:00pm
June 20–24 9:00am-2:00pm

Both weeks of camps are full.

Smiley Camp Waitlist

Vacation Bible School

July 11–15 9:00am-12:00pm

VBS Registration

Project Serve

July 11–15 9:00am-12:00pm

Project Serve is a ½ day service camp for children who have completed 4th & 5th grades. This is a mission based program focused on community service. Participants spend each day in the surrounding community volunteering their time at organizations such as: Uspiritus-Brooklawn, Farnsley Moorman House, Westminster Terrace, Family and Children’s Place, Metro Parks and West End School.

Project Serve Registration