Gayton Kids is a ministry for children from birth through 5th grade and their families. Our desire is to partner with parents as children discover who God is, how much He loves them, and how they can grow in their faith.

Through Bible-centered, age-appropriate, and engaging experiences, we help children learn God's Word in ways they can understand and apply to their everyday lives. Using hands-on activities, worship, storytelling, games, and meaningful relationships, we teach children that they are known by God, loved by Jesus, guided by the Holy Spirit, and an important part of God's family.

Whether you're new to church or have been attending for years, we want your family to feel welcomed, valued, and connected from the moment you arrive.

We would love to meet you and help your family take the next step in your faith journey with us!

This fall, Second Baptist Church will be hosting a Parent Retreat on September 18–19, and they have invited families from our church to join them.

The speaker is Meredith Miller, a children's ministry leader and author who is passionate about helping parents nurture a faith in their children that is both authentic and lasting. Her work is practical, thoughtful, and deeply encouraging, and her latest book, Woven: Nurturing a Faith Your Kid Doesn't Have to Heal From, has been identified as a helpful resource for parents and ministry leaders alike. 

The retreat is for parents of children of all ages and is designed to offer practical tools, meaningful conversation, and space to be reminded that they are not alone in the important work of raising kids in faith.

The cost is $50 per couple or $30 per individual, which includes Meredith's book, dinner on Friday evening, breakfast and lunch on Saturday, and all retreat materials.

Families can learn more and register here: Parent Retreat Registration

We know that choosing where to leave your child is a big decision. At Gayton Kids, we are committed to providing a safe, welcoming, and nurturing environment where children can learn about Jesus, build friendships, and have fun.

Our staff and volunteer leaders consider it a privilege to care for your children and share God's love with them. Every week, kids hear the truth of the Gospel from trusted adults who strive to demonstrate Christ's grace through both their words and actions.

Our team is guided by four core values we call our "Be Attitudes": Be Safe. Be Engaging. Be Courteous. Be Consistent.

From our secure check-in procedures to our caring volunteers and age-appropriate programming, we work hard to ensure that every child feels known, valued, and loved. When you visit Gayton Kids, you can feel confident that your children and grandchildren are in caring and capable hands.”

Gayton Kids Ministry staff and volunteers partner with families to raise disciples who passionately follow Jesus.

We will make it safe

We will share Jesus with passion.

We will bring the fun!

We will connect with families.

Your family and child will be greeted at the front door by our Greeting Team. The greeters and helper at the Welcome Desk will help you find our Nursery Care, Preschool Church, and Elementary Kids classrooms, all of which are located on the same floor (in our upstairs Education Wing).

*Upon your family's first visit, we ask you to complete a registration form onsite or pre-register online. The form provides some basic contact info for us to have on hand in the event of an emergency.

Creating secure places to tell the truth of God’s big story is a high priority for us. Creating safe places helps kids hear God’s story and experience His transformation in their lives.

Here are a few things from our Policies and Practices that you may notice when you drop off or pick up your child or grandchild on Sunday mornings!

Who is a "safe" adult to whom I can drop off my child?

Our volunteers scheduled for Sunday morning will have their photos clearly posted outside of each classroom and will be wearing blue "VOLUNTEER" lanyards inside the classroom.

Why are there two or more people in the classroom even when attendance is low? We follow the 2-deep leader rule. Ministry volunteers with children observe the “two leader rule” at all times so that no leader is left alone with children on a routine basis.

What are these "EMERGENCY BINDERS" I see in the room?

As a children’s ministry, we want to be prepared for emergency situations such as a medical emergency, a fire, a weather-related emergency, or other situation. Each classroom has their own emergency contact information documents on removable clipboards and emergency procedure binders.

We'd love to hear your ideas and suggestions of ways to make our spaces more welcoming and more secure for kids. Please contact Pastor Hillary with your ideas!

God invites even the smallest children into His beautiful story. Before a child ever opens their eyes, God has already seen them, knows them by name, and loves them deeply. Scripture reminds us of the sacred responsibility we have to care for children, guide them with wisdom, and nurture their spiritual growth. At Gayton Baptist, our Kids Ministry is a place where children are welcomed, known, and encouraged to discover God’s love in age-appropriate and meaningful ways.

• Our Nursery (Rooms 210–212) is a warm, safe, and joyful space for infants and toddlers from birth to age three. Loving volunteers care for our youngest children while creating an environment where faith can begin to take root. Because we believe spiritual formation starts early, our Nursery Care programming includes a monthly prayer, blessing, Scripture, Bible truth, simple activity, and song rhyme—introducing God’s love in gentle and developmentally appropriate ways.

As children grow, our Preschool Church (PSC) and Elementary Kids Worship (EKW) build on that foundation by creatively engaging kids in God’s Word. Every Kids Ministry experience is centered on Scripture and designed to connect what children learn on Sunday mornings with discipleship at home throughout the week. Using a unified three-year scope and sequence, both preschool and elementary kids learn the same biblical truths in age-appropriate ways. God’s big story of redemption and hope through salvation in Jesus Christ is at the heart of everything we do, helping children hear, experience, and live out their faith week after week.

• Preschool Church (Room 228) welcomes children ages three through Pre-K each Sunday morning. Our dedicated volunteers guide preschoolers through age-appropriate Bible stories, supported by engaging pre- and post-worship small group activities. Each lesson is thoughtfully designed to lay a strong foundation for a child’s faith journey, helping them begin to know God in ways that are meaningful, accessible, and fun. Through stories, activities, videos, and hands-on experiences, preschoolers discover God’s truth through His Word.
• Elementary Kids Worship (Room 230) is a dynamic and engaging worship experience created just for elementary-aged kids. Through worship music, Bible teaching, interactive activities, videos, and small group connections, children learn that they can make wise choices, build strong relationships, and grow a deep and authentic faith. Each week focuses on one clear and memorable biblical truth, helping kids leave knowing what matters most—and how God’s Word applies to their everyday lives.

PROGRAMMING: We offer programming during both the 10 AM Worship Hour and the 11 AM Bible Study Hour, with the exception of 5th Sundays and certain holiday weekends throughout the year.

Please be sure to read The Vine (our weekly digital newsletter) for updates.

PLAY TIME: Preschoolers and Elementary Schoolers have a special time to visit our indoor play structure, the Treehouse, during the 11 AM hour.

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*For the safety and privacy of our children, only those actively attending or leading Kids Ministry programming will be given access to these closed pages. 

We're here to help answer any questions you might have. Our heart is to partner with you and your family! Let us know how we can be praying for your child(ren).

Child Information Sheet

Background Check Form

Ministry Volunteer Form (Kids Min)