At 1st Church, we believe parents are the primary disciplers of their children. That’s why kids stay with their families for the first half of the worship gathering, during the welcome and music. This allows children to see and participate as their parents worship Jesus — something we believe is deeply important in their spiritual growth.
After the music, just before the preaching begins, we announce that kids may be dismissed to Discipleland. A leader will guide them back, and parents are always welcome to walk with their children—or even stay with them the whole time if they wish. Children are also welcome to remain in the auditorium with their parents for the preaching if that’s what a family prefers.
At the end of the service, parents return to Discipleland to pick up their kids. For safety, children are released only to the parent or guardian who brought them, ensuring that no child ever leaves with an unauthorized adult.