Kids & Youth

In partnership with families, we disciple young people to follow Jesus with their whole lives - formed in Christ, rooted in community, and living for others.

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UPC Kids

Sundays | 8:30 am & 10:45 am

Sunday Check In

We provide kids’ programs for infants to 5th Grade.

Please check your child in on the first floor by the Welcome Kiosk near the northwest doors, where they’ll receive their name tag. Kids kindergarten and under will go right to their rooms, while those first grade and up will attend the first part of the worship service then will meet their leaders in the back and be walked to their rooms!

3rd - 5th Grade Wednesdays

1st & 3rd Wednesdays | Room 280s | 6:30 – 8:00PM

3rd – 5th Graders are invited to join us at church for pizza, fun, games, activities and a dive into God’s Good News. Scroll below for more details & dates.

We will resume October 1st!

UPC Kids | Events

Scroll to the bottom for more information & to register.

Sept 21 | Fourth Grade Bible Milestone starts!

Sept 21 | Woodshop begins!

Sept 28 | Intergenerational Sewing Ministry Starts (3rd Grade – Adults)

Oct 1 | 3rd – 5th Grade Wednesdays begin!

Oct 26 | UPC Kids’ Choir begins

Infant & Child Baptism

Why do we baptize infants?
We baptize infants on the basis of a parent’s faith until that child is mature enough to make that faith their own. We consider our children to belong to God and to his covenant community (Acts 2:39). In the New Testament evidence suggests that when the heads of households were baptized so too were their children. Infant baptism demonstrates the great truth that God takes the initiative with us (even while we are incapable of faith) and invites us into his great promise of life in Jesus Christ. The parents claim God’s love for the infant. Parents promise, with the congregation, to raise the child in God’s love. Baptism is a sign and seal of God’s grace. It helps us to grow in our journey of faith.

Baptisms for infants and children take place on scheduled Sundays. Our next baptism is on November 23rd, 2025.

You will be contacted to schedule a required parent meeting prior to the baptism.

Questions?

Questions about our next Infant & Child Baptism or about UPC Kids? Email Debbie Symons.

Sunday Mornings

Room 390 | 10:45 am

6th-8th graders check in at the kiosks by the northwest doors, then they attend the first part of the 10:45 service in the sanctuary with their families. About 10 minutes into the service, they will be invited to meet their leaders in the lobby and head upstairs. They will have donuts, play games, hear a Bible lesson, and join in discussion and prayer!

Middle School Wednesdays

1st & 3rd Wednesdays | Larson & Room 270s | 6:30 – 8:00PM

Middle Schoolers are invited to join us at the church for pizza, games, discussions about Jesus, and more! Scroll below for more details & dates!

We will resume October 1st!

Middle School | Events

Scroll to the bottom for more information & to register.

Oct 1 | Middle School Wednesdays begins

Oct 8 | Middle School Small Groups begin

Questions?

Email the Youth Coordinator, Anna Carlson!

Middle School Ministry

High School Ministry

Sunday Mornings

Palmer House | 9:45-10:30 am

Join us in Palmer House (dark grey house across 47^th St.) for donuts, worship, connection, Bible discussion, and more!

High School | Events

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Oct 22 | High School Meetup @ Mitchells’ House

Nov 12 | Friendsgiving

Follow the High School Ministry Instagram @highschool_upc

Questions?

Email the Youth Coordinator, Anna Carlson!

Volunteer + Parent Resources

Learn about Family Ministry volunteer opportunities.

Or, if you are a parent, get resources to help you and your family grow with Jesus!

Events

November 2025
November 9 @ 9:45 am – 10:30 am UPC Kids’ Choir

UPC Kids’ Choir

Room 315

Calling young voices to join us this fall. Kids in Kindergarten – 5th grade are invited to participate in our UPC Kids’ Choir. We will sing, enjoy fun activities and more! Kids will prepare to sing during the December 14th Sunday Services. Choir meeting dates: Oct 26, Nov 2, 9, 16, 23, Dec 7, 14. Register here!
November 9 @ 9:45 am – 10:30 am Woodshop

Woodshop

Room 330

3rd–8th grade students are invited to explore the art of woodworking through project creation in our winter woodshop session! Taking place on Sundays 9:45am–10:30am, this class will introduce students to essential skills such as measuring and marking, joinery, cutting techniques, sanding, and finishing and so much more! Sign-up closed.
November 11 @ 9:00 am – 12:30 pm

Middle School UPC Serve Day

University Presbyterian Church 4540 15th Ave NE, Seattle, WA, United States

Middle Schoolers who don't have school on Veterans Day are invited to meet up at UPC with some leaders, parents, and Anna to serve together by sorting some Family Ministries closets, and inventory supplies. This is a great opportunity to build community together and to serve your church! They will end the morning with lunch…
November 11 @ 9:30 am – 11:15 am Moms’ Fellowship

Moms’ Fellowship

Geneva Hall 4540 15th Ave NE, Seattle, WA, United States

Open to all moms with kids of all ages! Join us for connection, coffee, fellowship, and a short teaching. Childcare is provided for ages 6 months to 5 years. Babies in arms are welcome. Sign up here. Registration required (one time payment for the year). $50 for moms not needing childcare Please note: Childcare is…
November 12 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm Middle School Small Groups

Middle School Small Groups

All 6th–8th graders are invited to join us for Small Groups on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month at UPC! We’ll hang out, play games, enjoy snacks, and…
November 12 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm Family Open Gym

Family Open Gym

Larson Hall +1 more

Families can join the Goldblooms at UPC for cornhole, foosball and other games in room 280, free play in the gym, and snacks. This is not a drop-off event, please…
November 12 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

High School Friendsgiving

Join us for Ezell's fried chicken, sides, and pies at the Kenney Home. We will eat together, share what we are thankful for, and play some games. Register Here
November 16 @ 9:45 am – 10:30 am UPC Kids’ Choir

UPC Kids’ Choir

Room 315

Calling young voices to join us this fall. Kids in Kindergarten – 5th grade are invited to participate in our UPC Kids’ Choir. We will sing, enjoy fun activities and more! Kids will prepare…
November 16 @ 9:45 am – 10:30 am Woodshop

Woodshop

Room 330

3rd–8th grade students are invited to explore the art of woodworking through project creation in our winter woodshop session! Taking place on Sundays 9:45am–10:30am, this class will introduce students to…
November 18 @ 9:30 am – 11:15 am Moms’ Fellowship

Moms’ Fellowship

Geneva Hall 4540 15th Ave NE, Seattle, WA, United States

Open to all moms with kids of all ages! Join us for connection, coffee, fellowship, and a short teaching. Childcare is provided for ages 6 months to 5 years. Babies in arms are welcome. Sign up here. Registration required (one time payment for the year). $50 for moms not needing childcare Please note: Childcare is…
November 19 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm 3rd – 5th Grade Wednesdays

3rd – 5th Grade Wednesdays

Larson Hall

Join us on the first and third Wednesdays of each month for pizza, fun, games, activities and a dive into God’s Good News. Invite your friends!
November 19 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm Middle School 1st & 3rd Wednesdays (2025-26)

Middle School 1st & 3rd Wednesdays

Larson Hall

Middle schoolers: Join us for pizza, games, prayer, and conversations about Jesus.