Children’s Ministry Parent Participation Policy

Effective September 1, 2025

Our children’s ministry relies on volunteers and parent involvement to create a safe and welcoming environment for our nursery through 5th grade classes.

Families who have children enrolled in children’s ministry are required to participate in our rotating teaching and childcare schedule. Parents are asked to serve at least once every other month. This shared responsibility ensures a consistent and reliable schedule for the youngest members of our church family.

Areas of Need:

• Nursery: Newborn - 24 months.

• Toddler Room: Ages 2-3

• Children’s Church: Pre-K4 -2nd Grade

• Education & Formation: Kindergarten - 2nd Grade or 3rd - 5th Grade.

Volunteer Training and Background Checks

To ensure the safety and security of all children, all staff members, volunteers and participating parents must complete a Ministry Safe background check and safety training session prior to serving.

Requesting Document

Please email the Children’s Ministry Director at rhollingsworth@ctkalexandria.org to have your background check and training links sent to you. Links are only active for 7 days before expiring.

Cost & Coverage

Awareness Training: $8 per request

Background Check: $30

Costs are 100% covered by Christ the King Anglican Church.

Six Steps to Prevent and Address Abuse and Misconduct

Safeguarding Policy: www.anglicandoma.org/safeguarding

Awareness 

• Clarity about what constitutes abuse and misconduct under this policy is given in the “The Nature of Abuse & Misconduct” section. 

• Definitions of other necessary key terms used in this policy are provided in the “Definitions” section. 

Screening 

• All clergy, employees, vestry, and applicable volunteers must be screened and background checked prior to serving. 

• Appropriate documentation of screening must be kept. Documentation for laity is maintained by the church; the Diocese maintains documentation for clergy. 

Training 

• All clergy, employees, vestry, and applicable volunteers must be trained on this policy prior to serving. 

• Appropriate documentation of training must be kept. Documentation for laity is maintained by the church; the Diocese maintains documentation for clergy. 

Interacting Appropriately 

• Clergy and lay leaders are to “conduct [themselves] in a manner worthy of the gospel” (Phil. 1:27 NIV). 

• This section outlines specific guidelines of appropriate and inappropriate behavior for interacting with congregants in a manner that avoids abuse and misconduct. 

• The section begins with behavioral expectations that apply to all ages, then provides additional age-specific guidelines by category. 

Monitoring & Supervising 

• Clergy, staff, vestry, and volunteers must be diligent in monitoring and supervising children’s and youth activities in all settings at all times. 

• Two-Adult Rule: All children’s and youth ministry activities shall be supervised by two or more Certified Adults, preferably not related to each other. Additional guidelines are provided in the “Monitoring and Supervision” section. 

• An on-site or off-site written Supervisory Plan shall be in place for all educational, pastoral, recreational, or other programming that involves youth or children. 

Responding & Reporting 

• Any report of misconduct or abuse should be reported to the proper authorities immediately, as described in this policy. 

• Reports regarding abuse to a minor must be reported to the appropriate state authority as required by state mandated reporting laws. 

• Allegations against a layperson are to be reported to the Rector. 

LOCAL CHILD PROTECTIVE SERVICES NUMBER 703-746-5800

STATE CHILD ABUSE HOTLINE NUMBER 1-800-552-7096

2027 Baptism Dates:

• January 31

• April 11

• July 25

• October 24

If you desire to have your child baptized, at least one parent must be an active and baptized member of Christ the King.  In addition, we request you schedule a preparatory class with Rev. David Glade prior to the baptism.

Please let us know as soon as possible if you plan to have your child baptized. The baptism request form can be found here.

Contact Rosemary Hollingsworth at rhollingsworth@ctkalexandria.org

Recommended for 3rd Grade and Up

November 1, 8, and 15

10:20 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. | Room A

Attendance at all classes is requested to complete the course

Our First Communion class is a key part of the sacramental preparation for children. This class is designed to prepare children to receive the Eucharist for the first time and to deepen their understanding of the sacrament and structure of service.

If you would like for your child to participate in the class please contact, Rosemary Hollingsworth at rhollingsworth@ctkalexandria.org

For children in 3rd grade and up.

Serving as an Acolyte is a wonderful way for children to get involved in our church services. Acolytes have the important role of helping with the lighting and extinguishing of candles and assisting in various other aspects of worship. It is a meaningful job that helps set a reverent tone for our services.

To learn more or to join our acolytes team, please contact Ryan Birkelbach at ryanbirkelbach@gmail.com

Beginning September 16

Wednesday Mornings

9:30-11:00

Room B

Join us for a time of fellowship, encouragement and community.

This fall, we will study the book of James, exploring practical wisdom walking with God in the midst of everyday motherhood.

Study books will be available for purchase. Currently, infants and toddlers play while moms supervise, but we would love to have a few volunteers to provide child-care and a little respite!

For more information or to volunteer, contact: Women.min@ctkalexandria.org

We welcome your child and want to make appropriate accommodations to make sure he/she is comfortable and able to fully participate in our children's programming.  Please contact the Director of Children’s Ministry if you feel that your child needs extra support in order to participate.