Good Shepherd Kids

At Church of the Good Shepherd we welcome our youngest into the life of our church and seek to introduce them to Jesus, the Good Shepherd, from the earliest age. We believe Jesus when he says we must become like little children and therefore know that children are particularly suited to show us how to live in the Kingdom of God. We seek to welcome our children, encourage their life with God, and protect them from harm. 

Little Lambs Nursery 
Our youngest congregants (ages 0-1 and under) are invited to our nursery before the service through the Passing of the Peace.

Catechesis of the Good Shepherd 
Our children’s spiritual formation is nurtured through Catechesis of the Good Shepherd. The Atrium is for the serene enjoyment of God.

Toddler Atrium- aged 2 by September 1, 2023. Our toddlers are invited to the Toddler Atrium before the service through the Passing of the Peace.

Level 1 Atrium-Offered at our 9am service only- For ages 3-6 year olds only. Children in this age group will be invited to our Atrium after the Children’s Blessing and will stay until the Passing of the Peace.

Child Safety Policy 
Our children’s safety is paramount to us and we seek to be good shepherds to the most vulnerable. We follow the guidelines for the Diocese of the Mid-Atlantic found here: 

Church of the Good Shepherd Five Steps to Child Safety policy can be found here:

To help us gauge children’s ministry needs for planning and coordination with our volunteers, please fill out the Household Registration Form.