• A place for families to grow together
• An accepting place for all children: from all kinds of families, from all cultures, genders, and backgrounds
• A place to learn about ourselves and our world
• A safe place for youth to explore their identities and share their lives
• A place full of music, stories, songs, and laughter
• A place to make friends
• A place to be introduced to new ideas and to share excitement!
• A place to make art
• A place where children of all abilities are welcome
• A place to practice reconciliation
• A place to play
• A place to get involved.
• A place to learn and practice our Unitarian Universalist values of Justice, Equity, Transformation, Pluralism, Interdependence and Generosity – all of these with LOVE at the center. 

Church Year (September – May)

All children are invited to worship with their families in the sanctuary for the 9:15 morning chapel or the 11:00 AM traditional service (or both!). Between these services are religious exploration classes (known as “Sunday school” in other faiths) that are grouped by age – nursery/preschool, elementary school, middle school, high school and adult.

Sunday Morning Schedule (Sept – May) 

9:15 AM – Morning Chapel- Sanctuary

• Nursery is un-staffed but available to use – church nursery

10:00 AM – All Ages Religious Exploration

• Nursery -Pre Kindergarten – Church Building Nursery
• Elementary School (K- grade 5)- Church Building Classrooms
• Middle School  (grades 6, 7 and 8)- Hobbs Hall Classroom 
• High School  (grades 9-12) – Church Building Youth Room 
• Adult Small Group Discussions – Fessenden Hall (Church Building)

11:00 AM – Traditional Worship – Sanctuary

• Nursery – Pre kindergarten – Church Nursery 
• Maker Space – Church Building Classrooms

 Children and youth are invited to religious exploration classes as one group learning together (Kindergarten- High School) at 10:00 AM in Fessenden Hall (The church basement). 

All people are invited to worship in Hobbs Hall for one service beginning at 11:00 AM. 

Tender loving Nursery childcare is offered for our youngest ones by Michelle Bores, our nursery staff, and adult volunteers. Michelle is an experienced and educated childcare provider who holds certification in CPR and First Aid. Michelle is particularly skilled in working with young children who are neuro-diverse and creating an inclusive environment for all.

We recognize that separation between parent and child, even for a brief time, is a milestone in the lives of both parents and children. Every effort is made to make it a comfortable transition for everyone. 

Church Year Nursery (September-May)

During the all-ages 9:15 service caregivers are encouraged to bring babies and toddlers into the sanctuary for this service- wiggles and all. However, we know that sometimes we all need a break, the nursery is un-staffed but available to use for littles and caregivers should the need arise. Audio of the service is also available in the nursery during this time. 

During all-ages religious exploration (10:00 AM-10:45 AM), the church building nursery will be open. 

Caregivers are asked to be sure that nursery staff are able to contact them while their children are in the nursery.

During second service (11:00 AM), the church building nursery (outside the sanctuary doors) will be open. There is reserved seating in the last row at the back of the sanctuary. Sitting there will assure that parents/guardians can be readily called if needed. 

Summer Nursery (June -August)

Nursery care for infants through preschool-aged children is available in the Hobbs Hall nursery  from 9:50 AM- 12:10 PM

Our youth have a lot happening! We offer programming on Sunday mornings, as well as an action-oriented youth group, the UU Youth for Justice (UUYJ).

Visit our Youth Program Page for more information.

We Host a Family Dinner

3rd Fridays, from 6:30-8:30pm

Soulful Home is a family dinner with activities and/or a chapel led by our Director of Religious Education (and special guests!) especially for families, and the adult members who are part of our multigenerational community.

Learn more about Soulful Home.

We Also Offer a Parents of Young Children Playdate Group 

2nd Saturdays, 9:30-11:00am

Learn more about the Playdate Group

We take safety very seriously in our congregation. We do background checks of teachers, provide training, have windows in our classroom doors,  and require at least 2 unrelated adults in the classroom.

Our Safer Congregation Policy outlines how we create a safe environment for our children and youth. We also have a Fire Safety Policy and a Disruptive Behavior Policy.

The Unitarian Universalist Church of Kent is committed to offering age appropriate and comprehensive sexuality education. The Unitarian Universalist Association and the United Church of Christ have partnered on producing the lifespan Our Whole Lives (OWL) series. http://www.uua.org/re/owl.

This entire program is based on providing accurate information, developing and supporting decision making based on core values, and encouraging family communication.

Learn more about Sexuality Education at the UU Church of Kent.

Our RE Program is led by our Director of Religious Education. She oversees the nursery staff, and works with the family ministry team. 

Read more about the Religious Education Committee and Staff