Welcome to Chesapeake
Children’s Ministry
PEAKE KIDS
Church should never be boring and here it’s not!
We want kids to grow up knowing that following Jesus is normal. Peake Kids helps kids grow in Christ through Biblical teachings they can understand and fun activities they look forward to week after week.
We are passionate about equipping and empowering parents to lead their families spiritually and introduce their children to the hope of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
full devotion to jesus christ is normal
mighty wonders.”
PSALM 78:4
Ministry Features
Mothers room & Parents place
To provide a level of privacy and comfort, “Mothers Room” for nursing mothers and “Parents Place” for mothers and fathers are available with a live video feed of the adult service for new parents who are not yet comfortable dropping their baby off in The Nursery.
The nursery | Birth - 2 years
Our mission is to show the love of Jesus to every baby and toddler, while playing, rocking, changing diapers, and singing to them. These little ones are prayed over and lovingly cared for during their time with us.
The PLAYGROUND | 2-3 YEARS
Once your child turns two, we begin laying down the foundational learning blocks for this exploratory age. Little ones enjoy a creative place where they experience the stories of the Bible in dramatic and engaging ways. Our objective is to communicate to every child that God loves them!
THE TREEHOUSE | 4-5 YEARS OLD
Once your child turns four, we begin getting them ready for The Park! They sing, dance, and watch videos that reiterate each week’s Bible Story and each month’s Memory Verse.
THE PARK | K-5TH GRADE
Elementary-age children experience God through worship, games, and interactive lessons that are relevant in their day-to-day lives and help apply God’s Word when navigating situations at school, home, and in their friendships. See more information about The Park and our teaching philosophy.
PEAKE KIDS PRAISE
We want to help kids become lifelong followers and worshippers of Jesus Christ by providing a place where children learn scriptures and worship songs, and serve by performing in worship services and other community outreach events.
This opportunity is open for 2nd-5th graders. Click here to learn more and register your child.
VISIT SUNDAY
To quicken your check-in process, you can fill out our New Family Registration Form before your first visit. When you arrive, head to our Welcome Center and we’ll give you a tour of our children’s area, and introduce you to your child’s room leaders.
PARENT RESOURCES
Parents, you are the primary spiritual influence for your children. We want you to equip and empower you to be your children’s spiritual leader by bringing you tools and resources that help you start important God conversations, foster prayer, and create moments of worship in your home. See all our Parent Resources and subscribe to our weekly distribution.
your children are safe
We want you to feel like your children are safe when they are with us, because they are. All staff, leaders, and key volunteers undergo routine background checks. All Children’s Ministry volunteers receive a background check and do not serve alone. Each classroom is led by our incredible team of CPR certified volunteer leaders. We also have several on-site security personnel present and stationed throughout the Children’s Ministry hallway.
As part of our check-in process, children and parents receive matching printed name tags and pick-up tags to ensure their safety in our environments. The child’s name tag identifies their age group, any allergies, and a security code that matches the parent pick-up tag. At the end of the service, each parent picking up a child must provide the pick-up tag to the door host. A member of the Peake Kids team will ensure the security codes match on both the child’s name tag and parent pick-up tag.
Ministry Details
CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS
We will do whatever it takes to serve children with special needs in our community. We offer one on one assistance with a trained and caring volunteer team that is designated to create the very best experience for your child in an area that is safe, fun, and suitable to their learning needs. This ministry offers families much-needed time for their own spiritual growth and renewal.
SERVE WITH US
Children’s Ministry is made up of volunteers who use their gifts and talents to make it possible to reach children at Chesapeake with the life-giving message of the Gospel each weekend. While parents experience their worship service, children participate in exciting and active environments filled with worship, Bible teaching, and small groups. If you have a passion for kids, we would love for you to join our team!
We are waiting for you
Common Questions.
Where do I go to check my kids in?
As you come down our driveway, you will see our “Children’s Entrance” flags. Enter through this entrance and you will be greeted by our Children’s Welcome Team! They will help register your family in our secure Check-In system, give you a welcome bag with lots of information about Chesapeake, answer any questions you may have and help get you and your children into service.
You can register your family ahead of time by filling out our New Family Registration form.
Are my children safe?
The safety of your child(ren) matters deeply to us. We have several layers of safety procedures, training, and equipment we use to keep your children safe.
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- Our secure Check-In system ensures your children are properly checked in and out.
- All staff, leaders, and key volunteers are background checked and CPR certified. They renew their certifications every two years.
- All staff and leaders undergo Emergency Response Training and additional safety training regularly.
- We have a dedicated team of unarmed volunteers on our Safety Team. They are an added layer of protection over our Children’s venues specifically This is in addition to our armed security team that is the watchful eye protecting the entire church campus.
- Each Children’s Ministry venue has barricade hardware installed in the event of a lockdown emergency.
- Each Children’s Ministry venue has a radio that’s connected to an integrated system across the entire church campus for immediate communications.
What training do Peake Kids’ volunteers go through?
All staff and volunteers are thoroughly background checked and CPR certified. These certifications are renewed every two years. In addition, all staff and leaders have Response to Armed Intruder Training which teaches and prepares them to know how to lock down a room, protect children, and respond to medical needs while professionals are on the way.