Our Mission...

in Children’s Ministry is to empower parents and Children’s Ministry leaders to build God’s Kingdom by inviting the youngest among us to know and follow Jesus.


Sunday Kids Connection Time

Our children are the next generation of the church. We believe that it’s so important that they not only have fun at church, but that they also get to learn in a creative and relevant way. Our passion is to see these precious little ones raised up to love and serve Jesus, but we can’t do that with games and coloring books alone!


Any time you check your child into Kids Connection Time, you can expect that they’ll learn an age-appropriate lesson from God’s Word - and have a blast doing it.


We’re taking a break for summer! Kids Connection will resume in mid-September.


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Your First Visit
Checking In
  • Our Vision - Know, Grow, & Go

    Kids Connections exists so that children may...


    KNOW Jesus as their personal Lord and Savior! (Romans 10:4-10)


    That they may GROW in their relationship with Him! (2 Peter 3:18)


    And that they may be equipped to GO and tell others about Him! (Matthew 28:16-20)

Looking for ways to get your kids connected?

Keep scrolling, or select one of the cards to find out more about we offer for ages 0-Grade 12.

Sensory Room

A calming and safe space for children who may be overwhelmed by the sensory input of a typical church service, or who have sensory sensitivities.

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Infant & Toddler Connections

Here, it is our desire to be the arms of Jesus: to comfort and hold the youngest among us!

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Adventure Club

A monthly program for Kindergarten-Grade 4

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The Bridge

A monthly program for grades 5 & 6 that seeks to build social connections.

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Sunday Kids Connection

For age 3-Grade 6. Every Sunday at 11:00AM, except for long weekends. Runs mid-September to the end of May.

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Youth

Grades 7-12.

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Welcome to our Infant & Toddler Connections!

All ages are welcome to join us in our regular services. Should you need to leave service with your little ones, our Nursery and Toddler Room will be available for you to use.


If you need any help finding the appropriate space, just ask someone on our hospitality team - you'll know them by their nametag! They would be more than happy to point you in the right direction.

  • Nursing Room

    Located through the Sensory Room near the sanctuary doors

    • Available for nursing parents
    • Change table is available (as well as in our main floor washroom)
    • You will be able to view the service from the Nursing Room
  • Toddler Room

    Located down the hall from the main office


    • Available for parents with toddlers ages 0-4
    • This room is staffed and you may leave your child with our capable volunteers
    • The service will be streamed in the Toddler Room

Adventure Club

For children Grade 1 - Grade 4. Adventure Club’s goal is to help kids build deeper social connections outside of Sunday morning Kids Connections.


All Adventure Club events are held at West Portal Church in the evening, typically the first Friday of every month from 6:45PM-8:45PM. There are no events from June-September.


Check back for updates on upcoming events!

Adventure Club

Upcoming Events

Adventure Club will return in October 2025.


Details for upcoming events will be added as they come available.

    The Bridge

    For grades 5 & 6. The Bridge is a monthly-run program that seeks to build social connections. This program serves as a “Bridge” for kids to transition into Youth Group and have a positive attitude towards their role in the church and towards each other as they mature.


    All Bridge events are held at West Portal Church in the evening, typically the first Friday of every month from 6:45PM-8:45PM. There are no events from June-September.

    The Bridge

    Upcoming Events

    The Bridge will return in October 2025.


    Details for upcoming events will be added as they come available.

      September 2025

      Coming Soon

      Your First Visit

      Here’s what to expect when checking into West Portal Kids Connection for the first time:

      First, head to the check-in station by the sanctuary doors. Someone there will meet your family and check your child in. Upon checking in for the first time, we will ask for the following personal information. We value your privacy and only staff will have access to this information.


      • Parent/guardian name(s)
      • Phone Number
      • Child's name
      • Child's birthdate
      • Child’s age
      • Child’s grade (if applicable)
      • Any special instructions (allergies, special needs etc.)


      NOTE: You can save a few minutes at check-in by pre-registering your kids! Simply click the button below.

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      Getting Checked In and Knowing Where to Go

      Checking In

      If you need any help finding the appropriate space, just ask someone on our hospitality team - you'll know them by their nametag! They would be more than happy to point you in the right direction.

      • Age 0-2 - Toddler Room

        We have a special area for ages 0 to 2-year-olds down the hall to the left of the front doors.


        Age 3 are welcome in the Toddler Room during first service. During Connection Time they can go upstairs to their classroom.

      • Age 3-Kindergarten

        3 year-olds to Kindergarten will go upstairs, and down the hallway.

      • Grade 1-4

        Grade 1-4 will be greeted at the Fellowship Hall doors. Use the gym doors by the main floor washrooms.

      • Grade 5-6

        Grade 5-6 will be down the hallway by the washrooms.

      Children’s Pastor

      Aimee Meinema

      It is a great joy to partner together with parents and volunteers to guide children towards a heart for God.

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      Assistant Children’s Pastor

      Katelyn Dyck

      I have always had a passion for working alongside kids and their families.

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