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Nursery

Children through age three are cared for in the Nursery by three paid caregivers and teenage volunteers. Infants and toddlers may be dropped off before worship begins, and during the adult forum. See Child Care.

PreK and Kindergarten

Children spend the first part of the worship service in the sanctuary with their parents or caregivers. After "a time for children," they are dismissed to Sunday school. Carol Rozmiarek takes the children to their classroom and provides a consistent and loving presence each week for the duration of the class. Volunteer teachers rotate on a monthly basis to teach the LIVE BIG curriculum that uses innovative teaching tools to share the message of God's Love. Children live out their belief in God through music, art, video, dance, theater, games and laughter. After worship, children are brought to the Barnes room for pickup.

First Grade through Fifth Grade

Children spend the first part of worship in the sanctuary with their parents or caregivers. After "a time for children," they are dismissed to Sunday school. The Workshop Rotation Model allows children to rotate through various "workshops" as they explore God's word. Bible-themed rotations run for five weeks, followed by Celebration Sunday. Workshops include drama, nature, science, art, storytelling, computer, cooking, and more.

Middle School (grades six through eight)

Middle school youth spend the first part of worship in the sanctuary. After "a time for children", they are dismissed to Sunday School. On Sundays when Communion is served, they stay in worship for the duration of the service. Either the Linc or Bible Quest curriculum is used by the teacher. Both explore relevant topics and current events using biblical teachings. Activities and discussion are an important part of this class.

High School (grades nine through 12)

High schoolers participate in the worship service each Sunday, except during the last Sunday of each month. On this Sunday, they may join in a discussion forum led by various people in the church. Several resources are used to engage in topics such as conflict, grief, decision-making, adversity, loyalty, media, wealth, honesty, etc. No subject is off-limits.

Overbrook has a Child Protection Policy for volunteers working with children