Our Mission...
in Children’s Ministry is to empower parents and Children’s Ministry leaders to build God’s Kingdom by inviting the youngest among us to know and follow Jesus.
Sunday Kids Connection Time
Our children are the next generation of the church. We believe that it’s so important that they not only have fun at church, but that they also get to learn in a creative and relevant way. Our passion is to see these precious little ones raised up to love and serve Jesus, but we can’t do that with games and coloring books alone!
Any time you check your child into Kids Connection Time, you can expect that they’ll learn an age-appropriate lesson from God’s Word - and have a blast doing it.
Keep scrolling or click a button below to find out more.
Our Vision - Know, Grow, & Go
Kids Connections exists so that children may...
KNOW Jesus as their personal Lord and Savior! (Romans 10:4-10)
That they may GROW in their relationship with Him! (2 Peter 3:18)
And that they may be equipped to GO and tell others about Him! (Matthew 28:16-20)
Looking for ways to get your kids connected?
Keep scrolling, or select one of the cards to find out more about we offer for ages 0-Grade 12.
Welcome to our Infant & Toddler Connections!
All ages are welcome to join us in our Family Service. Should you need to leave service with your little ones, our Infant and Toddler Rooms will be available for you to use.
If you need any help finding the appropriate space, just ask someone on our hospitality team - you'll know them by their nametag! They would be more than happy to point you in the right direction. We look forward to seeing you all in person soon.
Infant Room
Located just off the Main Floor Sanctuary
- Available for parents with babies 0 - 1 years
- This room is not staffed, you must stay with your infant
- Change table is available (as well as in our main floor washrooms)
- You will be able to view the service from the Infant Room
Nursing Room
Through the Infant Room
- Available for nursing moms
- Change table is available (as well as in our main floor washroom)
- You will be able to view the service from the Nursing Room
Toddler Room
Located down the hall from the main office
- Available for parents with toddlers ages 0-3
- This room is staffed (except for during long weekends and summer) and you may leave your child with our capable volunteers
- The service will be streamed in the Toddler Room
Parent Connection
Parent Connection Time is currently on pause. Check back for updates on when it will resume.
Click the button below to join the Facebook group and stay up-to-date on what’s happening with Parent Connection.
Adventure Club
For children Kindergarten - Grade 4. Adventure Club’s goal is to help kids build deeper social connections outside of Sunday morning Kids Connections.
All Adventure Club events are held at West Portal Church in the evening, typically the first Friday of every month from 6:45PM-8:45PM. There are no events from June-September.
Check back for updates on upcoming events!
Upcoming Events
Details for upcoming events will be added as they come available.
Join us for a churchwide movie night to watch The Wild Robot!
Doors open at 6:30PM, with the movie starting at 7:00PM.
Popcorn will be provided. Bring your own drinks and any other snack you may want. All ages are welcome.
Valentine Minute to Win It. Stay tuned for more details.
Big Church Games! Stay tuned for more details.
Craft Night. Stay tuned for more details.
Kid’s Adventure Week! Stay tuned for more details.
Year End Party. Stay tuned for more details.
The Bridge
For grades 5 & 6. The Bridge is a monthly-run program that seeks to build social connections. This program serves as a “Bridge” for kids to transition into Youth Group and have a positive attitude towards their role in the church and towards each other as they mature.
All Bridge events are held at West Portal Church in the evening, typically the first Friday of every month from 6:45PM-8:45PM. There are no events from June-September.
Upcoming Events
Details for upcoming events will be added as they come available.
Join us for a churchwide movie night to watch The Wild Robot!
Doors open at 6:30PM, with the movie starting at 7:00PM.
Popcorn will be provided. Bring your own drinks and any other snack you may want. All ages are welcome.
Amazing Race. Stay tuned for more details.
Mars Mini Golf. Stay tuned for more details.
Nerf Night. Stay tuned for more details.
Kid’s Adventure Week. Stay tuned for more details.
Year End Party. Stay tuned for more details.
This Month
At Christmas, gifts are all around us, but we know the holiday isn't about the toys—it's about the joy of Jesus' birth.
Theme - Full Description
At Christmas, gifts are all around us, but we know the holiday isn't about the toys—it's about the joy of Jesus' birth. We might experience joy from opening up gifts, but God gives us even greater joy through Jesus. In this 2-week series, kids will learn all about the joy Jesus brought into the world. They'll learn what it means to say Jesus is God's greatest gift and how everyone is invited to worship Jesus.
December 1 - Jesus is God’s Greatest Gift
December 8 - Everyone is Invited to Worship Jesus
Connection Time will resume on Sunday, January 5.
Parent Resources
Want to learn and grow alongside your kid as we go through this teaching series? You can! Spend a few minutes each week studying the passages of Scripture we'll be teaching, praying about what God wants to do in you and in your family, and growing by putting God's words into practice in your own life
Your First Visit
First, head to the check-in station by the sanctuary doors. Someone there will meet your family and check your child in. Upon checking in for the first time, we will ask for the following personal information. We value your privacy and only staff will have access to this information.
- Parent/guardian name(s)
- Phone Number
- Child's name
- Child's birthdate
- Child’s age
- Child’s grade (if applicable)
- Any special instructions (allergies, special needs etc.)
NOTE: You can save a few minutes at check-in by pre-registering your kids! Simply click the button below.
Checking In
If you need any help finding the appropriate space, just ask someone on our hospitality team - you'll know them by their nametag! They would be more than happy to point you in the right direction.
Age 2 - Toddler Room
We have a special area for 2-year-olds down the hall to the left of the front doors.
Age 3-Kindergarten
3 year-olds to Kindergarten will go upstairs, and down the hallway.
Grade 1-4
Grade 1-4 will be greeted at the Fellowship Hall doors. Use the gym doors by the main floor washrooms.
Grade 5-6
Grade 5-6 will be down the hallway by the washrooms.
Aimee Meinema
It is a great joy to partner together with parents and volunteers to guide children towards a heart for God.
Katelyn Dyck
I have always had a passion for working alongside kids and their families.