Crèche

Why not take advantage of our crèche service and relax and enjoy church without being distracted? Creche is run by a team of willing and enthusiastic volunteers and is organised by myself, Kirsty Matchett. We cater for babies from about 3 months old and toddlers up to 3 years old. We are open from 10.20am giving you time to settle your child before joining the church service at 10.30am. We have a variety of toys, books, push along and ride along toys and a small climbing frame and slide for the older ones. We also have a travel cot. To give you peace of mind, we run a "Creche Alert" system whereby the parent/carer is given a numbered ticket for their child and if crèche needs them, their number will flash up in red on the screen during the church service.

Beginners Church

When your pre-school children (3-5 years) come in our Beginners Church from 10.30am each Sunday morning, they will enjoy playing, doing craft work and listening to stories, while you relax and enjoy our Sunday morning service! If you would like further information please contact Adeline McKibben, Elaine Wallace or Hillary Milligan.

K.I.D.S.

In K.I.D.S. church, your kids of primary school age (5-11 years or Children in P2 to P7). We meet each Sunday in the Minor Hall at 1045 to 1145 and the kids will get exciting stories, singing and bible teaching! K.I.D.S. Church is just great. It's lively, enthusiastic and real. Each week we have approximately 20-25 children praying and praising God without any inhibitions. Not long ago we had boys who didn't think it was ‘cool' to sing or pray aloud but, praise God, that is no longer the case. The children listen attentively to the Bible lessons and how to apply it to their lives and learn a memory verse each week. Don't be surprised to hear your children doing action songs and reciting bible versus after each Sunday! Every so often, we will also invite the kids into our Sunday morning service to sing songs for us. 

K.I.D.S. begins with the kids sitting with parents in the main church service. Early in the service, they will be invited to the front of the church for our "K.I.D.S. Spot" where the minister will speak and give out small birthday presents before they go out.

Rainbow Guides

Every Monday from 6.00 - 7.00 pm (September to April), Rainbow girls (4th Lisburn Guides) who are between P1 to P3 age gather to have fun!. They play games, do crafts, sing songs and listen to stories in a friendly and relaxed environment. Everything a Rainbow does helps her to develop and to think for herself; she will make friends, be more confident and learn to work as a team. Each activity a Rainbow does is based on one or more of these areas.

Some of the things we do at Rainbows are:

  • a visit to the library
  • making pan cakes on Pancake Tuesday
  • introduce Ireland on St Patrick's Day
  • introduce different world cultures on Thinking Day
  • make cards for Easter Day
  • teach them responsibilities by looking after rainbow rabbit
  • Parents' night

Do bring your girls along, we look forward to meeting them! Please ask for Barbara Mckee.

 

Brownie Guides

Brownies are the more senior guides after Rainbows, they are meant for girls who are in P4 to P7 in schools. Every Monday from 6.00 - 7. 15 pm (September to April), Brownies girls (4th Lisburn Guides) gather to have fun! Their meetings are full of challenges, games and activities, usually ones that the Brownies have suggested themselves. Once a month the Brownies have the opportunity to complete badge work. Each week we include a quiet time when we can share our faith with the girls and teach them about Jesus. Our main aim in Brownies continues to be for each girl to grow in their relationship with each other and with God. Through the activities they do, the Brownies will acquire:

  • self-awareness,
  • self-respect and
  • self-confidence
  • Develop personal values which give their lives meaning and direction
  • Do their best according to their abilities

Do bring your girls along, we look forward to meeting them! If you have further enquires, please speak to Heather Bittle, Sarah Lindsay or Renee Reid.

 

Cabin Boys & Anchor Boys

Cabin Boys and Anchor Boys are the youngest sections in the Boys Brigade and is for children aged between 3 to 8 years old. They have lots of fun doing different activities which include making things, crafts, music, games, sports, stories going on visits, making friends, and working towards their badges.

All of this is done as part of a balanced programme that is separated into 5 different zones . . .

  • Body - fit for fun
  • Mind - think and do
  • Spirit - God and me
  • Community - me and my world
  • Creativity - make and do

Everything an Anchor Boy does helps them to develop and to think for themselves, in a safe environment.

Child Protection Policy

Please click here to see a copy of Railway Street Presbyterian Church's child protection policy