The Buddy System is a special needs ministry serving kids with special needs and the medically fragile.
Help us create a space where families with special needs can recieve the love and hope they need.
At The Kids' Gathering, our heart is for ALL children to engage with the message of Jesus and participate alongside their peers in a way that is calm, joyful, and life-giving. To do that, we're developing a brand new team---The Buddy System---an on-call network of specially-trained volunteers, as well as a data-base to connect those volunteers to parent/caregiver knowledge.
Request a Buddy:
Must be filled out by a parent or guardian.
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FAQ.
When do you offer The Buddy System?
The Buddy System is offered during the Kids' Gathering classes, Sundays at 9:15am and 11:00am.
What about check in?
You'll find our team ready to greet you at check in! Check in begins 30 minutes before each service and check out lasts for 15 minutes following service end.
What's your security policy?
Our Kids' Gathering space is a secure, observed area. Upon checking in your child, you will receive a parent tag that permits you to enter the kids area. This tag will be required in order to pick up your child as well.
My child is nervous, can I stay in their classroom?
Because our Kids' Gathering space is secure area, only our background checked team members are permitted in the classrooms. We have an experienced team and many leaders who are capable of making sure each child is well cared for. If your child needs your attention, we will contact you via text message.
What do I need to drop off with my child?
If your child is still in diapers, we recommend bringing a diaper bag and bottle/cup. You're welcome to leave anything your child might need during this time. Elementary kids are encouraged to bring a Bible and journal. We provide a nut-free, allergy sensitive snack in each class.
What if my child has allergies?
The Kids' Gathering is a peanut-free area! Please do not bring any peanut products into this area! If your child has any allergies or dietary restrictions, please let us know at check in.
What is your sick child policy?
Please don't check in kids if:
- They are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms
- They have a fever above 99 degrees (without medicine) in the last 24 hours
- They have vomited or had diarrhea within the last 24 hours
- They have pink eye
- They have a persistent, deep cough
- They have strep throat
- They have unexplained and/or contagious rash
- They have lice or scabies
Coordinators
Ryan & Hannah Coffey
Kids Ministry Coordinators
