Kids Ministry

Building faith foundations that last a lifetime

Our Kids Ministry is designed to nurture and inspire children in their faith journey. Through fun activities, engaging lessons, and supportive leaders, we create a safe environment for kids to grow spiritually.

At Burnt Hickory Baptist Church, children from birth through 5th grade discover God's love through engaging worship and age-appropriate activities. Every Sunday at 8:15, 9:30, and 11am, plus Wednesday evenings at 6:15pm, kids experience dynamic programming through our LifeGroups and AWANA program. We partner with families to help children develop a personal relationship with Jesus, providing tools for parents to continue faith conversations at home.

Main Contact

Josie Rudd

Contact Us

Our Weekly Programs

Sundays

LifeGroups and Worship

8:15, 9:30 & 11 AM

Age-appropriate worship and small-group based lessons for ages birth through 5th grade.

Wednesdays

MidWeek Classes

6:15 PM

Wednesday evening offerings for all ages including lessons, worship and FUN!

Upcoming

Kids

Events

Baptism

Every Sunday after church

Is your child ready to publicly declare their faith? Complete our form to schedule their baptism during worship!

Sweatshirt & Hat Preorder

Nov 28, 2025

Closes September 28th!

Get your kids ready for church in style! Pre-order cozy sweatshirts and hats designed especially for our children's ministry.

PumpkinFest 2025

Dec 5, 2025

4:00 PM - 6:30 PM

Join us for our annual FREE fun fest with inflatables, carnival rides, games, and treats for the whole family. Family-friendly costumes welcome!

Ignite - Stars & Strikes

Dec 14, 2025

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

5th graders, join us for another Ignite outing at Stars and Strikes Dallas. Enjoy an afternoon of bowling and arcade fun.

Solid Rock After School 
Kid’s Club

Dec 27, 2025

11:00 AM

FREE after-school club for 2nd-5th graders with Bible lessons, singing, scripture memory, and snacks right after school!

See How We're Leading Kids to Christ

Follow our adventures on Instagram!

Explore Opportunities to Serve

Find meaningful ways to serve others and grow in faith.

Kids Volunteer Role #1

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Kids Volunteer Role #2

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Kids Ministry

Staff

Josie Rudd

Childhood Ministries Director

April Crosier

Childhood Ministries Associate Director

Lee Knox

Childcare, Babies + Sonrisers Coordinator

Katie Ventre

Childhood Guest Services and Member Care

Jennifer Bowen

Resource Coordinator

Jennifer Cole

Ministry Services Associate

Diana Culpepper

Childhood Ministries Director

Jacie Gomeyac

Special Needs Ministry Coordinator

Jennie Hester

Childhood Worship Coordinator

Meredith Lassiter

Elementary Worship Coordinator

Regan Moore

1st + 2nd Grade Coordinator

Evelyn Rountree

Kindergarten Coordinator

Stephanie Schmidt

3rd + 4th Grade Coordinator

Corrin Szpor

PreK Fours Coordinator

Tina Taylor

Special Needs Ministry Associate

Anna Grace Todd

5th Grade + Outreach Associate

Anet Velasquez

2s-3s Coordinator

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