Children and Families

What We Believe

At Mission Hills UCC, our Children & Families Ministry is all about nurturing faith, fostering belonging, and supporting families on their spiritual journey.

Our goal is to help children grow in their relationship with God in a safe, welcoming environment—one where they can explore their faith, build meaningful relationships, and experience the love of a church that truly cares.

We believe that faith formation begins at home, and we are committed to partnering with parents every step of the way. That means:

• Building trust and open communication
• Offering resources and encouragement to support faith conversations at home
• Inviting families to be active participants in faith-based activities and decisions

This partnership ensures families are not bystanders, but collaborators in a shared spiritual journey—one that begins in the heart of the home and extends into the life of the church.

Our guiding scripture reminds us:

“Teach children how they should live, and they will remember it all their lives.” Proverbs 22:6 Good News Translation

We take this calling seriously. We strive to love, guide, and teach our children with intentionality, planting seeds of faith that will grow into wisdom, purpose, and resilience throughout their lives. The values they learn today shape how they live tomorrow—with integrity, compassion, and a heart aligned with God’s love.