Children are welcome at Church of the Vine, and we believe the church is fully the church—the people of God—when children are present.

Children may stay with their parents during the service or participate in Children's Worship, where our vision is to nourish a space of creativity and wonder for children to grow their roots in Christ and his Church.

Children’s Worship is offered 3 Sundays per month (see Fall 2026 dates below). Early Childhood Children’s Worship is for children 6 months - Kindergarten. Elementary Children’s Worship is for children in 1st - 5th grade.

This short documentary tells the story of Church of the Vine's  Children's  Worship  and our devotion to beauty and the arts in Christ, highlighted in our annual month of making, Maker May. It tells the story of how the children of Church of the Vine  worship  God through their creativity and making in the church calendar. We invite you to watch and learn along the way about our values, our community of leaders, and how the Holy Spirit is at work.

NURSERY CARE (Ages 6-23 months)

A welcoming and comfortable space for infants and toddlers to be cared for by adult caregivers and play alongside each other.

  • Location: Details provided at Check-In

  • Children can be dropped off anytime before or during the service. Pickup is during the mid-service break.

  • No assistance with diapers or restroom provided. Parents/responsible adults will be contacted by text for diaper or restroom assistance. 

Preschool 2 (Ages 4 years - prek)

A playful and engaging space for children to play with each other. During a time of worship designed for preschoolers, children are invited to hear a story of God, wonder about the story together, and engage in an art response.

  • Location: Details provided at Check-In

  • Children can be dropped off anytime before or during the service. Pickup is during the mid-service break.

  • No assistance with diapers or restroom provided. Parents/responsible adults will be contacted by text for diaper or restroom assistance. 

Preschool 1 (Ages 2-3 years)

A playful and engaging space for children to play with each other. During a brief time of worship for little ones, children are invited to hear a story of God, wonder about the story together, and sing a song.

  • Location: Details provided at Check-In

  • Children can be dropped off anytime before or during the service. Pickup is during the mid-service break.

  • No assistance with diapers or restroom provided. Parents/responsible adults will be contacted by text for diaper or restroom assistance. 

ELEMENTARY CHILDREN’S WORSHIP

Lower Elementary: Kindergarten & 1st grade
Middle Elementary: 2nd & 3rd grade
Upper Elementary: 4th & 5th grade


Children participate in their own special liturgy. They hear a story of God then ask questions together during a time of wondering. Children are invited to express their response to the story by creating their own piece of art with their choice of materials.

  • Location: Details provided at Check-In

  • Children join the beginning of the congregational liturgy with their parents/caregivers, walk together to Children’s Worship after the initial songs, and are escorted back to the sanctuary just after 5pm.

  • Participating children must be able to use the restroom independently.

What to expect

Checking in at the Children’s Worship table on a Sunday afternoon, you will meet some of the Children’s Worship staff. You and your child(ren) will receive a secure name tag for check-in and pickup (for Early Childhood). Early Childhood children can be dropped-off in their spaces as soon as they are checked-in. Elementary children join the beginning of the congregational liturgy with their parents/caregivers, walk together to Children’s Worship after the initial songs, and are escorted back to the sanctuary to find and sit with their parents/caregivers just after 5pm. Early Childhood children are picked up during the time in the service called The Peace. If you will be visiting for the first time, we’d love to know so that we can welcome you and answer any questions you have. Feel to reach out ahead of time, or just arrive on Sunday!

Questions about Children’s Worship?

Please reach out to Bethany Ramse, Director of Children’s Ministry: bethany@churchofthevine.org or 971-724-0395

Ready to Participate? 

Use the link below to register in advance (all children must be registered to participate).

Check-In at the Children’s Worship table upon arrival on Sunday.

register your child here

Maker May collaborative art in Children’s Worship

SAFETY & CHILD PROTECTION

In partnership with our diocese, Churches for the Sake of Others (C4SO)  a top priority in Children’s Worship at Church of the Vine is protecting children by creating a positive and healthy environment for children and students. A five-step approach is managed by our Congregation Coordinator appointed by the Rector.

The five steps include leadership:

  • Screening

  • Training

  • Interacting

  • Monitoring

  • Responding and Reporting

All Children’s Worship leaders have passed a background check and reference check and completed various training including MinistrySafe training. Please let Bethany Ramse know of any questions or concerns. 

Faith & Art Worship - March 2025

children’s ministry staff

Emily Blackwell, Children’s Worship Sunday Assistant

Sarah Davies, Children’s Worship Coordinator

Bethany Ramse, Children’s Ministry Director