Nursery (Birth - PreK)

Upper Level by East Entrance

Nursery is available during our Sunday worship services, Equipping hour, Wednesday evening activities, and some special events. Sunday School classes are offered for 2.5 year olds - PreK during the Equipping hour (8:45-9:45AM) on Sundays. 

We firmly believe that the hearts and minds of young children are ready and able to learn deep truths about the God who made them. Our goal is to provide a safe, loving environment in which your children can learn and grow, and we value your partnership in this endeavor. 

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Everyone who serves in our student ministries, nursery included, has been background checked and gone through the Ministry Safe Abuse Awareness Training.

    We also adhere to strict policies regarding diaper changes, bathroom breaks, and volunteer numbers at all times to ensure safety of everyone.

  • Yes. We provide an animal cracker snack time. For babies we offer puff star snacks once they are ready for solids. If you have any allergy concerns or special requests please let the check-in desk know. For the safety and contentment of all the children, do not allow outside snacks to be eaten in the nursery.

  • Yes! Please label your child’s water bottle and diaper bag with their name before dropping them off. We have stick-on name tags available at the desk.

  • Once your child is registered and checked in at the front desk, you and your child will receive matching codes. The code will be printed on your child’s name tag and on your pick-up tag. For the safety of the children, you MUST provide your matching pick-up tag in order to check your child out after service.

  • Transition away from mom and dad to nursery can be frightening for some children, and tears are normal. If your child is still struggling to feel comfortable and calm after about ten minutes of soothing from the nursery volunteers, we will text you.

  • For the safety of all the children, only background checked volunteers who have completed our training are allowed past the nursery desk. (With the exception of the Mother’s Room where you can nurse and change your infant.)

  • Absolutely! Children are welcome in service and many join for the worship in song portion. We also have a wiggle room in the church balcony.

Nursery Director

Alysa Younkin

If you have questions or are interested in serving in the nursery, please contact Alysa at nursery@westchestercares.org

Pre-Register for Nursery

While you’re welcome to register your child in person on Sunday morning, pre-registration will make the check in process extra smooth! All you will need to do for check in on Sunday is type in your phone number!

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Volunteer in Nursery

Our growing ministry needs enthusiastic volunteers to staff the nursery on Sunday mornings! We are specifically seeking adults and middle/high school students who have a heart for our youngest church members.

Your help ensures that parents can attend services with peace of mind, knowing their children are receiving loving care. This is a powerful way to serve our community and share God's love.

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