Antioch Kids Ministry

The Springs (Infant – Toddler)

In The Springs, our goal is to provide a caring environment where our team meets your child's physical needs, engages with them through talk, song, and play, and prays over your child throughout their time with us.
The Stream (3-Year-Old – Kindergarten)

In The Stream, our goal is to provide kids with a solid foundation on which to build their relationship with Jesus. We do this in a fun, engaging way through songs, large movement activities, interactive teaching, crafts and visual reminders of the lessons we're learning.
The River (1st – 3rd Grade)

In The River, our goal is to help kids encounter God while partnering with parents to disciple their children in following Jesus. We structure our time through Kids Discipleship Groups and large group activities where we worship Jesus, experience the sermon of the week in an engaging way and practice listening and responding to the Holy Spirit.
The Deep (4th – 5th Grade)

In The Deep, we remind kids that life in Jesus is fun and full of laughter. We gather as a large group for worship and a sermon, then connect in small groups where we learn to follow Jesus in our everyday lives. These groups help children form close relationships with peers, pray for one another and encourage each other to follow Jesus while navigating the world around them.
Exceptional Kids (Special Needs)

Antioch wants every child in the church to feel welcomed, safe and loved. If you have a child with a special need, it would be a privilege for one of our volunteers to be his or her buddy during Kids Ministry time in the age-group classroom. (We have Buddies available for birth through 5th Grade.) If it would be helpful for your family to visit our Kids Ministry area on a weekday so you can get to know the space and familiarize yourself and your child with the routine, we are happy to make arrangements with you. If you have further questions or would like to visit, please email Cara Key (cara.key@antiochwaco.com), our Associate Infant – Kinder and Exceptional Kids Pastor.

Antioch Kids Ministry supports families through cultivating community where we: have fun, encounter God, grow through discipleship, and live on mission.

What to expect for your first time at Antioch Kids:

Service times are 9 & 11 a.m. (Kid’s classrooms open 15 minutes before the service time)

Kids Ministry is located nearest to the covered awning entrance on Fort St.
Enter the Kids Ministry area and come to the check-in desk. There, we can walk you through the check-in process and guide you to your children’s classes.
At check-in, you will receive a unique security tag. This will be needed to re-enter the Kids Ministry area and pick up your children after the service.
To save time at check-in, fill out this registration form prior to your first time with us.
Your child’s class is determined by birth date or grade.
Kids Ministry is available for children 8 weeks – 5th Grade. Have youth? Check out our Youth Ministry services.
If you have additional questions, please email us at kids@antiochwaco.com or call 254-754-0386 (ext. 123).

FAQs

How do you keep the kids safe?

Our campus security includes both volunteer safety team members and paid Sheriffs who monitor indoor hallways and outdoor areas. Additionally, security cameras are strategically placed throughout the Kids Ministry area. This area is contained and can only be accessed by staff, volunteers and parents with unique code stickers. All volunteers undergo thorough vetting including background checks, reference verification, staff interviews and child safety training. At no time will your child be left alone or one-on-one with another child or volunteer. If you have any questions or concerns please contact our Child Safety Team at child.safety@antiochwaco.com.

How will you contact me if needed?

At check-in, you will be given a sticker with a unique security code for your family (which changes weekly). This code will appear on the screen in the Main Auditorium if your child needs your attention.

Do you provide snacks for kids?

We have crackers and water in our 1-year-old to 4-year-old classrooms, and water is available to all of our age groups. (If your child has food allergies or sensitivities, please let us know so we can determine whether our allergen-friendly snack alternative meets their needs.)