Understanding that most churches will not immediately change their culture around Children’s Church time – what are the best practices within each framework? Do you want to learn more to reinforce your current model or do you want to explore how other churches do it? Perhaps you want to move the needle/point in different direction, and need some more information to guide the conversation.
Join us for a virtual panel discussion and small group brainstorms on the current research for Children’s Church models from active ministry leaders.
Children’s Church: No Perfect Model
A Sharing Faith Workshop
Date: Thursday, September 24, 2026
Time: 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Format: Virtual-only through Zoom
Cost: Free
Speakers:
Rev. Amy Sutherlun, San Marcos First Presbyterian (PCUSA)
Amanda Herridge, Austin Seminary (Covenant Lutheran, ELCA)
Jodi Gutierrez, Schertz First United Methodist (UMC)
Rev. Dr. Sarah Allen, Austin Seminary
Rev. Dr. Andrew Zirschky, Austin Seminary
After the initial panel discussion with the speakers, participants will be sent to Zoom break-out rooms of their choosing. Participants may choose between (1) Traditional Children’s Church, (2) Modified Children’s Church, (3) No Children’s Church (Children remain in worship, and (4) Best Practices & Current Research.