Join the Fun! Our kids' ministry isn't just about indoor learning! We love taking advantage of beautiful Ohio days on our outdoor play spaces! Whether they are playing group games outside or diving into a Bible lesson indoors, your child will find a place where they truly belong.
CLC Kids
Children ages Birth to 11
Welcome to CLC Kids Ministry
Partnering with Families in Allen and Hardin County to Build Lifelong Faith
Welcome to the most exciting place to be on a Sunday morning!! Our children's ministry provides a safe, energetic, and Bible-centered enviroment where your kids can discover who God is., build authentic friendships, and experience the joy of church.
Serving families across Ada, Allen East, Bluffton, USV, and Lima area, we are dedicated to supporting parents as the primary spiritual leaders of their homes.
Join Us This Sunday!
Service Times: Sundays @10:30 am (Doors to Kids Center open @10:15)
Location: 4227 N Hardin Rd Harrod, OH 45850 @the Kids Ministry Center at the back of the parking lot
Ages Served: 3yrs - 5th Grade (Nursery is available for birth - 2yrs in the Church Building)
Our Commitment to Your Child's Safety
We understand that nothing is more important to a parent than knowing their child is safe and secure while at church. Our safety protocol is strictly enforced every single week.
- Secure Electronic Check-In: Every child receives a unique alphanumeric security tag at our check-in station. The matching parent tag must be presented face-to-face to a leader before any child is released at check-out.
- Comprehensive Background Checks: Every single volunteer and staff member undergoes a regular national background check and child safety training.
- Two-Volunteer Rule: No adult is ever left alone with a child; a minimum of two background-checked leaders are present in every classroom at all times.
- Medical & Allergy Alerts: Food allergies and special medical needs are printed directly onto your child's nametag to alert classroom volunteers instantly.
Age Appropriate Environments
Your kids won't just be babysat, they will experience structured lessons, intentional play, and small group discussions engineered for their developmental stage.
Nursery and Toddlers
Ages 0-2 Years
Located in the main church building, our nursery is a loving and clean environment where our littlest ones are cuddled, cared for, and introduced to basic truths like "God loves me" through music and play.
Frequently Asked Questions & Answers
Here are some answers to common questions.
Our kids ministry center is located at the back of the parking lot. Look for the Kids Check In sign out front. The doors open at 10:15. Our friendly team will be waiting for you and will walk you through the electronic check-in process, print your security tags, and personally introduce you to the teachers in your childs classroom.
We use the Gospel Project curriculum. It uses a structured, chronological approach to teaching scripture. Every lesson focusses on character development, practical applications, and uncovering how the entire Bible points back to the grace of Jesus Christ.
Your kids are welcome to stay in the main service with you. We have busy bags in the lobby by the welcome desk if you'd like to grab one. We also offer fully staffed kids programming during both Sunday Classes (9:30am) and our main service (10:30am)
When you register your child, any medical or dietary restrictions are permanently saved in our system and printed clearly on their visible name tag. All of our snacks are nut-free, and we have a gluten-free/dairy-free option. If your child has numerous strict restrictions, we invite you to provide a snack for them.
Absolutely! We love when our parents are involved! For safety reasons, there is a 6-month waiting period to join our background-checked volunteer team. However, you are welcome to shadow a teacher or take a look at the lesson plans. Contact our Childrens Director, Ashley Arnold, for more informaiton.
Meet Miss Ashley
Children's Ministry Director
Miss Ashley serves as our Children’s Director with a profound dedication to nurturing the next generation. Guided by her deep love for Jesus, she has a genuine heart for kids and is passionate about sharing Christ's love with every child who walks through our doors. Ashley brings valuable, specialized experience from her background working in children’s homes, backed by multiple certifications in child safety. As a homeschooling mother of three boys, her life is beautifully centered around family, faith, and the joy of teaching children.
