Children and Youth

At Grace Hill, we believe parents are the primary disciple-makers of their children. We seek to support and equip families as they teach their kids to understand Scripture, take part in corporate worship, and love Jesus.

Children are image-bearers of God with a valuable place in the body of Christ. For that reason, we believe they should be with their parents during worship as much as possible. When adults model what it looks like to sing, pray, listen to God’s Word, and respond in faith, children grow into active participants in worship themselves.

Gospel-centered Sunday School classes for all ages begin at 9:30AM on Sundays. Lessons are designed to help children grow in their understanding of God’s Word. Then, our worship service begins at 10:30 AM on Sunday mornings. All ages start worship together and there is nursery care during the sermon for children ages 0–4, if parents wish to send them.

Have Questions?

Reach out to our Children’s Ministry Director at kristen@gracehillnc.org.

Nursing Mother’s Corner

We have a cozy corner for mothers who need to nurse or calm their baby during worship. This space offers privacy, a comfortable couch, a Boppy pillow, and blankets. A television live streams the worship service.

Nursery (Ages 0–4)

Our nursery is designed for our littlest ones. During the worship hour, we focus on play and reading books about who God is. During Sunday School children receive more structured Bible teaching. We read from The Beginner’s Gospel Story Bible by Jared Kennedy and use interactive play to retell stories together. We also sing Scripture songs, memorize First Catechism questions, and use Tiny Theologians ABC cards to learn big truths about God.

Lower Elementary (K– 2nd Grade) and Upper Elementary (3rd–5th Grade)

Our elementary classes are divided by grade and both use The Biggest Story curriculum, which helps children understand God’s plan to redeem the world through His Son, Jesus. Weekly lessons walk students through the overarching story of the Bible—from Genesis to Revelation—so they can grasp God’s story of redemption.

Youth Group (6th–12th Grade)

Grace Hill’s Youth Group welcomes middle and high school students (ages 11–18). We offer distinct middle school (6th-8th grade) and high school (9th-12th grade) breakout groups for Sunday School and most activities. We seek to nurture faith, confidence, and belonging during these important life states, to help students grow into who God created them to be.

Middle School (6th - 8th Grade)

During Sunday School, we go through weekly Bible lessons that include games and discussion to keep students interested and offer ways for them to tangibly experience the lessons in God’s Word. We also encourage personal Bible study and prayer throughout the week.

We also love serving together. From care projects for elderly neighbors to seasonal events and game nights, our gatherings blend fun, friendship, and outreach. We strive to create a welcoming space where students feel encouraged to invite friends and build lasting relationships.

Our middle school group is led by Phil and Lindsay Day, members of Grace Hill since 2022. Phil holds a Master of Divinity from Golden Gate Baptist Theological Seminary and has a longstanding passion for youth ministry. He also serves on the worship team. Lindsay is passionate about fostering an encouraging environment where students feel safe to share and grow, and she enjoys serving alongside them in community outreach. Together they seek to foster belonging, growth, and a heart for service as we contribute to Grace Hill’s vision to nourish and grow the body of Christ.

High School (9th–12th Grade)

Our high school group meets for Bible study during Sunday School and periodically gathers during the week to study, discuss, and pray together. Students are encouraged to deepen their personal relationship with Jesus while also building life-giving relationships. Regular social activities are offered where high schoolers are encouraged to invite friends. Our high school group is led by Bryan and Courtney Geels, members of Grace Hill since 2023. They are parents to two children and have a heart for investing in the youth as they become equipped for a life of following Jesus as adults.

Have Questions?

Reach out to us at office@gracehillnc.org (mailto:office@gracehillnc.org) with any questions about our youth group.