FHBC KIDS

Worshiping with Children and Families at Forest Hills Baptist Church

At Forest Hills, we believe children are an important part of our worshiping community. We value worshiping together as families and want every child and caregiver to feel welcomed, supported, and included from the moment you arrive. Whether this is your first Sunday or you have been visiting for years, we hope you will feel at home here.

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Children's Bibles

Discover a variety of children's editions waiting for you on the Worship Cart! From easy-to-read versions to captivating storybooks, there is something for everyone to enrich your service experience.

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Children are Welcome

Sunday Mornings

We know visiting a new church can feel overwhelming, especially for families with young children.

At Forest Hills, we want every family to know they are welcome, valued, and supported as part of our community.

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Sunday School | 9:45–10:45 AM

Sunday School provides age-appropriate opportunities for children to grow in faith, build relationships, and learn about the Bible through hands-on and practical activities. Our classes are designed to help children ask questions, make connections, and experience God’s love in meaningful ways.


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Worship Service | 11:00 AM

Families and children are always welcome in worship. Whether your child needs to move around, use materials from the Worship Cart, or simply experience worship in their own way, we want your family to feel comfortable and supported while worshiping together.


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ABOUT Worship

Worship Together as a Family

We encourage children to fully participate in worship. Most Sundays, there is a Children’s Sermon during the service where children are invited forward for an interactive, age-appropriate message.


After the Children’s Sermon, children may:

  • Return to their seats with their family
  • Visit Worship Care if desired
  • Continue participating in worship in the sanctuary


Toward the end of most worship services, children are also invited to participate in a response time with the Children’s Minister at the front of the sanctuary as part of the congregation’s response stations. Children are welcome to walk forward and participate, and after they finish, they may return to their seats with their families.

Participation is always optional, and children are never required to come forward.


At Forest Hills, we understand that children experience worship in many different ways. Children’s voices, movement, curiosity, and questions are welcomed and celebrated here.

Family Worship Options

We offer flexibility in worship options for families. Choose which one you feel most comfortable with.

  • Worship Care (Birth–Pre-K)

    Worship Care is available during worship services for children from birth through Pre-K and begins immediately following Sunday School.


    As you exit the front of the sanctuary, Worship Care is located down the preschool hallway. Our Worship Care volunteers have all received background checks and training to help provide a safe, welcoming environment for children and families.


    Children are always welcome to remain in worship with their families. Worship Care is simply an option available for families who would like to use it during part or all of the service.

  • The Worship Cart

    To help children engage in worship, we provide a Worship Cart filled with materials designed for a variety of ages and needs.


    Children are welcome to choose a bag and fill it with items they would like to use during worship. At the end of the service, items can simply be returned to the cart.


    The Worship Cart may include:

    • Personalized children’s bulletins connected to the worship service
    • Coloring supplies
    • Sensory and fidget items
    • Puzzles and quiet play materials
    • Building and creating activities
    • Books
    • And more

    We created the Worship Cart to support families as they worship together and to help children participate in ways that are meaningful and engaging for them.

  • Flexible Seating

    Flexible seating is available in the back of the sanctuary for families who may feel more comfortable with additional space to move around during worship.


    Families are welcome to sit:

    • In the pews throughout the sanctuary
    • In the flexible seating area in the back
    • Wherever they feel most comfortable

    The flexible seating area also allows children easier access to the Worship Cart during the service.

  • Family Resources and Accessibility

    • A changing table is available in the women’s bathroom alcove along the preschool hallway.
    • First aid kits are located at the front of the sanctuary and inside the Worship Care room.
    • If you need assistance at any time, please speak with an usher, volunteer, or minister.

We know visiting a new church can feel overwhelming, especially for families
with young children.

At Forest Hills, we want every family to know they are welcome, valued, and supported as part of our community.


Getting to Forest Hills

Arriving at Church

Visitor parking spots are available at the front of the church. You may enter through the main entrance or use the covered walkway to access worship spaces. Additional parking is available on the side and back of the church if visitor parking is full.



If you need assistance when you arrive, any usher, minister, or volunteer will be happy to help guide you and your family.

Need Additional Information

For questions, additional information, or to connect with our children’s ministry, please contact our Children’s Minister.

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Summer Activities

May

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Popsicles for Olds School

Time: 2:30-3:30



Help us distribute popsicles to celebrate the end of school

June

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VBS Volunteer Meeting

Time: Immediately following Worship Service

Location: The Attic


 Everyone interested in helping with VBS on August 7–9, 2026, is encouraged to attend. If you are unable to attend the meeting, please contact Pastor Avery.



This meeting will provide updated information about how VBS will be structured, ways you can serve, and how your gifts can help further the work God is doing through our church community.

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Summer Missions Day

Time: 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Forest Hills Missions Summer Camp Sign Up


Children in Pre-K through 6th grade are invited to join us for a local mission-focused day as we learn about the ministries and mission projects already happening through our church. This will be a meaningful and fun opportunity for children to serve, learn, and grow together in community.

Please pack a lunch.


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Park Day at Fred Flecher Park

Time: 12:30 p.m.

Location: Fred Fletcher Park, 820 Clay St, Raleigh, NC 27605, 7 mins from the Chuch


We invite families to join us for a relaxed afternoon of fellowship and community at the park. Feel free to pack a lunch or pick something up on the way.


July

July will be a month centered on Sabbath, rest, and renewal for our families and volunteers; while regular Children's Sunday School will continue, we will not schedule additional program events in order to encourage family time, travel, and rest.

August

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VBS: #KidsConnect

August 7-8  5:30 PM to 8:00 PM

August 9, 9:30 AM-12:00 PM


VBS is back at Forest Hills! Join us for a fun and meaningful weekend together as we build a better world filled with the love, peace, and justice of God.

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Blessing of the Backpacks

Time: 11:00 a.m. Worship Service

Join us for a special time of prayer and blessing as we prepare for a new school year together. During worship, we will pray for students, teachers, school staff, and families as they begin another year of learning and growth.


Children and students are invited to bring their backpacks to worship as we take intentional time to ask for God’s presence, peace, wisdom, courage, and care throughout the school year.