LVfirst Nursery


Nursery Care at LVFirst

We are excited to welcome you to the nursery! Our LV Kids family is committed to providing nurturing care for our children in a safe and spiritually stimulating environment. The Tree House is a special space designed for our youngest disciples (from infants to pre-k). It is our goal to partner with parents as we guide even our youngest children to love God and love others.

Sunday Morning for Preschoolers

Join us Sunday mornings in November as we learn that there is power in a thankful heart! Consider when a heart focuses on what it does not have, it is discontent and unhappy. But when a heart focuses on being thankful for everything, it is content and joyful. Let’s choose a life of joy and give thanks to the Lord with our whole heart!


This week 11/16: Exodus 16
Bible Story: Manna & Quail
Story Focus:  I can thank God for food.

At Home Parent Guide:
11/2, 11/9, 11/16, 11/23, 11/30

Click here for the monthly overview
Click here for the Preview video
Click here for week 1 video - 11/2
Click here for week 2 video - 11/9
Click here for week 3 video - 11/16
Click here for week 4 video - 11/23
Click here for week 5 video - 11/30


Our younger groups experience the stories of our faith through a variety of creative hands on activities such as cooking, science, art & games. We'll end each evening by joining the older kids for children's music!

What to expect

Check-in & Check-out
LV Kids uses security stickers to check kids in and out of the nursery. Once you complete your initial registration, your child will be entered into our database. Please use one of the iPads in the LV Kids lobby area to print your child's corresponding nametag and security tag prior to service. Children can be checked-in 15-minutes prior to Sunday worship and other scheduled activities.

  • Your child's nametag should be placed on his or her back.
  • You will keep the security sticker until time to receive your child at the end of service. At that time, please give the corresponding security sticker to your child's teacher to complete the check-out process.  
  • Please note, for the safety and security of the kids in our care, children will only be released upon the receipt of corresponding security stickers. If you misplace your security pickup sticker, the LV Kids staff can help you. 

Please keep your phone with you (on vibrate) while your child is with us in the nursery so we are able to contact you if necessary. We require that parents remain at the church while children are in the nursery. 
Our Activities
Story
  • We love to learn about the Bible! Our teachers share an age-appropriate Bible lesson each week. The foundation of what we learn is God made me, God loves me, and Jesus wants to be my friend forever!
Song & dance
  • We have  fun singing and dancing to incorporate the truths from our lessons! 
  • Our Pre-k kids enjoying being a part of the LV Kids music program on Wednesday evenings. 
Crafts
  • Our kids love to show their creativity and grasp of the lesson through art. We're always creating something fun!
Snack
  • We often serve a light snack during service. The little ones love to help "cook," too! If your child has any food sensitivities, please let us know!
General Guidelines
  • To protect those with allergies, children are generally asked not to bring outside food into the classroom. If a specialized snack is required please advise your child's teacher and refrain from bringing foods that contain peanuts and tree nuts. 
  • If your child has an allergy, please make the nursery staff aware. Please see that we are advised in a detailed, written format explaining all specific allergies and reactions. 
  • Children who are not fully potty-trained must be in a diaper or pull-up. If you are in the early stages of potty training, please let your child's teacher know so we may support your efforts!
  • We love to document the fun we have in the nursery! Children may be photographed or video recorded for church purposes only.
What to Bring
Depending on the age of your child, you may consider bringing:
  • bottle or cup
  • disposable diapers
  • clip-on pacifier
  • a comfort item (stuffy or blanket)
  • complete change of clothes
Please be sure all personal items are labeled including a diaper bag or backpack. 
Sickness
  • For the health of the kids in our care, please do not bring sick or contagious children to the nursery. If a child is showing signs of fever or infection, we reserve the right to return a child to the parent. If a child becomes ill during attendance and needs to be picked up, we will notify parents mid-program.
  • We cannot administer medication. Please do not put medication in a child's bottle or cup. 
  • If your child has a diaper rash, please advise the nursery staff. We will administer a topical ointment you provide with written parental permission. 

Security
  • Your child's safety is of the utmost importance to us. LV First UMC is a Safe Sanctuaries church, and all LV Kids employees and volunteers are required to pass a background check and training.
  • Staff and volunteers are carefully screened and selected before beginning work in the nursery or any other ministry area.
  • All staff are CPR and first aid certified. 

Contact Information

Kelley Pirkle

Nursery Coordinator
kelleyp@lvfirst.org

Catherine Lombard

Children’s Ministry Director
catherinel@lvfirst.org

Important Links

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Monthly Newsletter

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