Tips for A Happy All-Ages Service:

Sit in the main seating area, close to the front, so your child(ren)can see. It's fun to watch the choir and service leaders!

Dress up a little, let children know that this is a very special event!

Tell them that you expect them to stay seated and enjoy the service, the pews make it hard to come and go.

Bring money for children to contribute to the offering, maybe their own money.

Have quiet toys or activities in reserve, but set the expectation that the service will hold their attention. Good choices would be finger knitting, a small doodle pad, or beeswax to mold.

Leave electronics at home. They simply don't belong in a worship service.

Some children enjoy worship more when they are with peers, find your child's classmates and sit together.

If your child is really having a hard time sitting quietly, don't hesitate to step out for a drink of water or a breath of fresh air.

Child noises are holy sounds, don't worry too much about it. At Westside we really love our children.

Learning to go to a Sunday morning church service is one of the most important things our children and youth can learn. This Sunday is a great one to experience together!