News & Events
JAM City (Birth-6th Grade)
Summer 2026 Activities
Vacation Bible School, June 1-5, 2026
Emerald Crossing - Exploring the powerful words of Psalm 23, kids will discover the life of the shepherd-king David and learn how to cross from worry to peace, from fear to faith, and from uncertainty to a firm foundation in God’s Word through a relationship with the Good Shepherd.
- March 29 - Volunteer registration opens
- April 27 - Kid registration opens (must be 4 years by September 1, thru entering 6th grade)
Scioto Hills Camp | June 7-12, 2026
Registration for 2026 summer camp is officially open at Scioto Hills! Register now for early discounts and before camp fills up!
- You also need to sign up for WHBC transportation to/from Scioto Hills.
Contact Alia Edem
Family Worship Sundays
JAM City families!
Here we are digging out of the snow and bundling up to keep warm. It’s been a crazy few days--I hope you are all doing well and making the most of the beautiful snow.
Do you remember back in October when we tried a few weeks of Family Worship Sunday? It was so good to see families sitting together, worshipping the Lord in song. After receiving positive feedback, and with support of our pastoral staff, we are ready to make this an official “thing” and rollout a schedule. The first Sunday of each month will be reserved for our usual JAM Session time (kids worshipping together in JAM City). But all other Sundays will be “Family Worship Sunday” in the Worship Center, during the 9:00 a.m. service only. Family worship Sundays will not affect the 10:30 a.m. schedule--JAM City will continue to run as normal during that time.
FAQ & Schedule
Contact: Alia Edem
Junior Baptism & Membership Class | Sundays in February
This 4-week class, taught by Wally Hoppe, provides your child with information about salvation/personal testimony, baptism, the meaning of communion, and church membership. We encourage any child in grades 3-6 who have expressed an interest in baptism to take this class. Baptism is a very personal decision. Just because your child takes the class does not mean they have to be baptized or join the church. This class will be held in the 5th/6th grade classroom at 9 a.m., each Sunday, February 1-22.
Contact: Alia Edem
Sunday Programming at 9a and 10:30a
Click here for more information regarding Sunday morning programming.
Nov/Dec Newsletter - See what our kids are learning, who is teaching, and upcoming fun events!
Hope Rising Workday | 3rd Saturday (Monthly)
Come serve together. JAM City and New Heights students and their families are encouraged to come out on the third Saturday of each month for our workday at Hope Rising (formerly Miami Valley Women's Center). Transportation is provided from the church, or you can meet us at the Center. Students can also choose to go to lunch afterward—please bring money for your lunch.
Schedule:
- 10:00-11:55a Workday at the Center
- 12:10p At WHBC, student pick up (before lunch)
- 1:15p At WHBC, student pick up (after lunch)
Contact: Tim Erlandson
Volunteer in JAM City
We have many opportunities to serve in different capacities in our children's department. Teachers, helpers, nursery workers, choir leaders, decorators, and organizers. Your talent could be just what we need. Most teaching and helpers positions are for Sunday mornings (and VBS). Nursery workers are needed for Sunday mornings, Wednesday evenings, and special occasions. And some jobs can be done during the week, when you are available. We'd love to work with you, serving our God together.
All volunteers go through a background check before serving with children.Contact: Alia Edem, JAM City Director or Jenny Wyckoff, Nursery Coordinator