Children dedicating our new playground

Children and Youth at Highland

We are a small church with a big heart for children and youth!

We want our children to experience the love of God and grow in faith!
We go outdoors frequently to experience the beauty and wonder of God's creation!
Youth group meets weekly during the school year, and keeps active in the summer!
Jr. Youth (Middle-School) meet regularly for growing in faith, service and fun.
Children and youth serve as acolytes and assist in worship regularly.  
Children and youth help grow organic veggies for the food pantry.  
Kids join the minister for a children's message each Sunday.
Youth and children have service projects in the community. 
Picnics and hiking in the Smoky Mountains for all ages. 
Our outdoor playground is open to the community. 
Vacation Bible School!

Children are always welcome in worship and for the Lord's Supper. Following the children's message each Sunday, younger ones may stay with families, or they may attend Sunday School during the remainder of the service.

Infants

Our nursery is staffed from 10am until 12noon on Sundays.  Ages <4

Children

Our Children have time with the minister during service and then attend Sunday school from 10:45am until 11:30am on Sundays.  Ages 4-10

Junior Youth

​Our Junior Youth have their own meeting place and get-togethers including Sunday school from 10:45am until 11:30am on Sundays.  

Youth

Our Teens have their own living room and have special outings and get-togethers.  They meet Wednesday evenings at 7pm, and are always looking for volunteers to supply meals.

Children coming to the Lord's Table for Communion

Palm Sunday outdoor procession with llamas