Kids’ Ministry

At St Matt’s we are committed to igniting a passion for Jesus in our children. We believe that children can encounter and know God as a close friend from the very youngest of ages. We, therefore, offer children’s programmes that are packed full of fun and different ways for them to encounter and explore Jesus.

If you would like any more information about our children’s groups and activities, or if you would just like to connect for some support, please email the church office on office@stmattschurch.org.uk

Midweek

Deeper

Deeper is our after school club for children in school years 3-6. It is held on Mondays from 3:30-5pm during term-time. The children can play football, play age-appropriate Wii games, board games and craft, as well as having toast and being able to buy some sweets from the tuck shop. We also have a short thought for the day or story that is relevant to the children and their lives. The cost per child each week is 50p and then they can bring up to 50p per week for tuck shop.

St. Matt’s Baby and Toddler Group

St. Matt’s Baby and Toddler Group runs in the church 9:30-11.30am every Thursday in term-time. It is a friendly place where parents are welcome to bring preschool children. The hall is set up with a craft table and various stations of rotating toys including cars, garages, trains, Happyland farm and houses, kitchen toys, building bricks and tactile toys as well as a dedicated baby area. We leave time at the end for the children to have a snack and story and song time. We have special ticketed events such as Christmas and Easter parties. There is small charge of £2 per child for normal toddler sessions.

Sundays

Shine

Shine is our space for pre-school children and their parents. It is a safe place where they can play during the service.
The church centre will be set out with toys during the service, so that parents can have a space to take their children.
The service will be streamed onto the TV in this room so you don’t miss out on too much.

Glow

Glow is our group for children in school years R-2. These fun sessions include lots of games and play, as well as a Bible story, crafts and prayer. At the moment Glow and Bright both meet together in the church hall.

Bright

Bright is our group for children in school years 3-6. We want the children to move deeper in their relationship with God. The sessions have games, Bible stories, crafts, discussions and time for reflection and prayer. At the moment Bright and Glow meet together in the church hall.

Family Services

On the first Sunday of every month, we have our family service at 10 am. Everyone stays in church together for an hour of fun, games, teaching and worship in a family oriented atmosphere.