At St. Augustine's, our hope is to create At St. Augustine's, our hope is to create a sacred space where children can nurture their connection to God and deepen their sense of wonder, joy, justice, and love. We seek to provide a safe and inclusive environment where children can experience God's welcome and grow in love.
If you and your child are new to St. A's, please email Sarah stell at sarah@staugustineschapel.org.
Sunday School (AGES 3 TO 5th grade) - Returns this fall!
Children's Sunday school for the 2025-20256 school year begins this fall! Join us as we create a sacred space that nurtures a child's connection to God and deepens their love for our neighbor, our earth, and themselves. This year, we will be focusing on themes related to creation care. Sunday school takes place from 11:00-11:45 am at St. Augustine's Chapel (2308 Vanderbilt Pl). A nursery is available for children under three. Questions? Email Sarah Stell at sarah@staugustineschapel.org.
9:30 AM CHILDREN'S NURSERY
A nursery is available during the 9:30 am service at Benton Chapel, but babies are always welcome to be in the sanctuary during the service. The nursery is for infants who can sit up on their own up to 4-year-olds. The nursery is managed by Sarah Yandell and is located downstairs in room G-28 on the first floor of the Divinity School. We ask that you pick up your child from the nursery before the Eucharist. All workers have completed the "Safe Church" training and a background check required by the Episcopal Diocese of Tennessee.
Click here to open a document summarizing the safeguarding guidelines at St. Augustine's Chapel.
Children's ChOir
Before the service, bring your kids (ages 5 & up) over to Thistle Farms and sign them in for a time of music, games, and singing. Children return for the Eucharist. Kids must be 5 and up but no previous experience is required—just come have fun and sing! If you have any questions, email sarah@staugustineschapel.org.
Creation care camp
Creation Care Camp is happening June 8-11 from 9:00am-12:00pm at Edwin Warner Park. Kids ages 4-12 are invited for a week of crafts, singing, and games, as we learn to care for God's creation! Register here. Questions? Email Sarah@staugustineschapel.org.
For information about any of the children’s programs, email Sarah Stell at sarah@staugustineschapel.org.
St. Augustine's Ministry, Staff, Volunteers, and Advisory Board members all undergo "Safeguarding God's Children" training. Click here to open a document summarizing the safeguarding guidelines at St. Augustine's Chapel.