CHILDREN AND FAMILY
Equipping families and teaching children to love and follow Jesus
Calling All Hands on Deck!
We have a great problem! Our children’s ministry is overflowing with kids! We need your help to keep us afloat.
We are looking for adults 18 years and older to join the team. We need volunteers in all areas of children’s ministry, including Sunday School, Awana, and Flourish. Specifically, we’re looking for volunteers to serve as Sunday School teachers and classroom support. For Awana on Wednesdays, we’re looking for small group leaders and subs.
You don’t need a theology degree or a ton of time to make a huge difference. Just a heart for kids! Sign up by August 30th!
For specific information on opportunities, see below.
Watch our volunteer promo video below.
Sundays
10:10–10:50 am
Rooted Sunday School
11:00 am–12:00 pm
Flourish Children’s Worship*
*Children will begin with their parents in Contemporary Worship, then be dismissed before the sermon for a special kids message time.
Wednesdays
6:30–7:45 pm
AWANA
Programs
Sundays
Rooted Sunday School
Age 2–5th Grade
Sunday school meets during the Education Hour for an age-appropriate Bible lesson designed to help kids grow in their faith. Check-in and check-out will take place on the lower level.
Flourish Children's Worship
Age 2–2nd Grade
Kids are invited to a Sunday worship experience just for them! Children will be dismissed halfway through Contemporary Worship, and parents can pick them up on the lower level immediately following the service.
Children's Messages
A highlight of our contemporary worship services, children’s messages provide an engaging reminder of God’s love for the youngest in our church community.Â
Wednesdays
Awana
Kids enjoy a fun, high-energy environment where they can learn about God’s Word, memorize scripture, and participate in large and small group times.Â
Awana Clubs run from September to May and are divided into the following age groups:Â
- Cubbies: Ages 3-5 (students must be age 3 by September 1)
- Sparks: Kindergarten–2nd Grade
- T&T: 3rd–5th Grade
Click the button below to register!
Baptism & Dedication
Infant/Child Dedication
Child dedication is for parents who want the blessing of the Lord on their child, but believe that baptism should be reserved for those who make a conscious choice of confessing faith in Jesus.
In the service of dedication, the parents and congregation:Â
- Thank God for the gift of a child and pray for God’s blessing upon the child.
- Commit themselves to nurturing the child in the love and grace of God.Â
- Promise to, with God’s help, raise the child to know Jesus Christ as Savior, be baptized in His name, and follow Him as Lord.
Infant/Child Baptism
Baptism is offered for parents who believe that the sacrament is a visible sign of the grace of God claiming a child as His beloved and drawing the child to Himself long before the child can consider a confession of faith. The water sprinkled on the child signifies the washing away of sins, the life-giving gift of the Spirit, and the child’s consecration to God.Â
Together, the parents and congregation:Â Â
- Commit themselves to nurturing the child in the love and grace of God.
- Promise to, with God’s help, raise the child to know Jesus Christ as Savior, be baptized in His name, and follow Him as Lord.
See highlights from our 2025 submersion baptisms at Silver Lake. Following contemporary worship on August 16, all are invited to join us at Long Lake for an immersion baptism service. If you are interested in being baptized at this service, please call the church office at 651-633-9615.
Salem Preschool
Salem Preschool aims to help kids grow cognitively, socially, emotionally, physically, and spiritually as they prepare to enter kindergarten.Â
Thrive
Thrive Ministry exists to serve those with unique needs and disabilities in our church, helping them deepen their love for God.Â
VBS
Our 2026 VBS is a wrap! We loved welcoming all the kids this mid-June!
Thank you to all who volunteered, donated, participated, prayed, or otherwise contributed to last week’s Vacation Bible School! The halls of Salem were filled with worship, laughter, and learning as 153 students, 50 StepUp! youth, and many volunteers explored who Jesus really is, as he spoke in John 8:12, “I am the light of the world. Anyone who follows me will never walk in the darkness but will have the light of life.”
Check out our highlight video for the special moments!
Youth Pursuits
What an Incredible Summer!
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our unforgettable Youth Pursuits Camps! Thanks to our amazing kids, families, and volunteers, this summer was filled with joy, connection, and faith!
From sports and creative arts like sewing to hands-on fun with animals, our campers leaned into what they love most while building meaningful friendships and growing closer to Christ at our YP camps. Our older students stepped up in a big way through StepUp!, taking on character-building responsibilities and growing into confident leaders.
We are so grateful to everyone who helped make this our best summer yet!
Stay Tuned: We’re putting the finishing touches on a special summer recap video about all our Youth Pursuits camps so you can relive all the best moments. Keep an eye out for it soon! In the meantime, enjoy these videos below!
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to register my child ahead of time for Sunday morning programs?
No sign-up is required! Children are welcome to join our Sunday morning programs any time they’d like, at any time throughout the year.
Where do I check in my child on Sunday mornings?
On the lower level, rooms 17-20
What curriculum do you use?
Wonder Ink! Through activities, STEM experiments, games, and stories, children learn biblical truths with four core values:
- God Knows Me.
- Jesus Loves Me.
- The Holy Spirit Leads Me.
- I am a child of God.
What safety policies do you have in place?
We require all volunteers in our children’s ministry to complete a background check and abuse awareness training, and all kids will be checked in and out of their classes using the KidCheck security system.
How to use KidCheck:Â
- Visit KidCheck’s website or download the KidCheck app on an iOS or Android device.
- Create a free KidCheck account.Â
- Add children/guardians to your account to determine who is allowed to pick up your child.
What is your snack policy?
Please be sure all snacks from home are eaten prior to joining a classroom. If a snack is necessary due to a medical condition, please inform your child’s teacher/leader and we will be certain to aid as needed. Snacks are not provided during Sunday and Wednesday programming but a treat may be given occasionally. For your child’s safety, please enter all allergy information in KidCheck under Kids > Medical/Allergy Info and inform your child’s leader.
How can I get involved?
Contact Lynn McDonald, Children & Family Ministry Director.
What happens if my child is upset or needs me?
Our wonderful volunteers and staff have seen it all. They will assess the situation and see what we can do to support your child. If a significant amount of time passes and they are still very upset, we will contact you to ensure your child’s needs are met.
