The Christ-led influencers of this generation will work together to raise the Christ-led influencers of the next generation.
We are a community of families, volunteers, and staff members whose relationship with Jesus leads kids to experience who God is and how we love Him.
During the 9:30 and 11:00 services, we provide age-appropriate environments where kids can grow in their relationship with Jesus.
Kids ages 0-24 months meet in the Nursery area, 2 year olds-kindergarteners meet in the Early Childhood area, and 1st-5th graders meet in the Elementary area. Here's a map of Sherwood Oaks classrooms.
If you’re new to Sherwood Kids, enter the building through Door 4 and go to the welcome desk. The volunteer team there would be happy to help you get connected. If you have any questions before your visit, feel free to email us at kids@socc.org.
This program is for kids ages 3 years - 6th grade. During this time the kids will participate in our kids’ choir and AWANA--a dynamic, gospel-centered program that helps kids develop a biblical worldview. They will deepen their understanding of God and His Word, do various service projects, and prepare for choir performances.
Registration is $35 per child, but is waived if a parent or guardian volunteers on Wednesday evening. (If you are interested in volunteering, please contact us at kids@socc.org.)
Nursery | 6:00pm-7:30pm
This year, we are introducing the Nursery-Puggles. The Nursery-Puggles program is designed for newborns through 2 year olds whose parents attend a Wednesday night class. (If you are interested in volunteering, please contact us at kids@socc.org.)
Contact us at kids@socc.org if you have any questions.
About/FAQ's:
Upward Basketball is a program designed to help families discover Jesus through sports. It is for boys and girls in kindergarten through the 6th grade. K5 division is co-ed. All other age divisions are typically divided by gender but may be co-ed based upon participant registrations and volunteer coach availability
Players get Upward reversible jerseys and shorts.
Practices and games will take place at the Boys and Girls Club facility at Crestmont.
Registration Information:
The regular registration cost per child is $100; after November 19, the cost is $120. Deadline for regular registration is November 19.
Online registration is available through November 6. Walk-in registration will also be available at the evaluations.
We provide a 50% discount off the registration fee for a coach's or referee’s child.
Evaluations:
Each player must attend one of the following evaluation dates:
Saturday, November 2, between 10:00am-12:00pm and Tuesday, November 19, between 6:00pm-8:00pm at Crestmont Boys and Girls Club
Program Schedule:
Monday, January 13 - Practices Begin
Saturday, January 25 - Games Begin
Saturday, March 8 - Season Ends
Contact:
upward@socc.org
(317) 563-2319
Apologetics is the intellectual defense of the truth of Christian religion. While those may sound like big words it is important for students to understand why we believe the bible is true and how that truth should affect their lives. This January every Sunday at noon we will walk 5th grade students through a discussion of truth, why we believe the bible can be trusted, allowance for questioning, and reasoning for how we distinguish right from wrong based on these truths.
Are you ready for an unforgettable weekend of fun, faith, and growth? Join us at SuperStart 2025, an exciting overnight event for 5th graders, hosted by Christ in Youth (CIY)! This high-energy experience is designed to help kids connect with God, their peers, and leaders in a way that will inspire them for years to come. Here’s everything you need to know:
SuperStart is a dynamic weekend event where 5th graders will have the chance to engage in powerful worship, inspiring teaching, and hands-on activities. They'll learn from some of the most influential Christian teachers, connect with other kids their age, and build lasting relationships with their leaders. It's the perfect opportunity to get a head start on their faith journey!
SuperStart isn’t just another event—it’s a chance for your child to experience God's love in a whole new way, in an environment designed just for them. Whether it's worship, teaching, or making new friends, SuperStart promises to be a weekend that will have a lasting impact on their faith.
Spots for SuperStart fill up fast, so don’t wait! Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity for your 5th grader to grow in faith, build friendships, and experience the excitement of SuperStart 2025!
The next Parents’ Night Out will take place on Friday, February 14, from 5:30-8:30pm in Bloomington! Just feed your kiddos (birth – 5th grade) before you drop them off at Sherwood Oaks Christian Church for an evening of crafts, games, and entertainment. When you arrive in Bloomington, enter through Door 4 or Door 5 and check in kids ages 0-24 months at the nursery, 2 and 3 year olds in the Early Childhood area, and 4 year olds through 5th graders in the Fellowship Hall.
Also, a group of students from the Student Ministry will be serving during this event to raise money for their spring-break mission trips. So, please consider leaving a donation to support them.
Plan to take advantage of this event and share this information with anyone who might be interested. If you have any questions or concerns, don’t hesitate to email us at kids@socc.org.
Do you wonder if they’re ready?
This four week class for children and their parents facilitates discussions between you and your child and explains why we all need a Savior. At the end of the session, the class takes a field trip to the changing area and baptistry to see where it all happens. This class begins at 11a at our Bloomington campus and starts September 8th.
Recommended age: 7-12.
Children should bring their own Bible (NIV or NIrV), a pencil, and a highlighter. Other materials are provided.
If you have any questions about the class, please email us at kids@socc.org.
For more information about our Weekday Preschool at Sherwood Oaks Bloomington, visit our preschool website.
The Scout Oath
"On my honor I will do my best To do my duty to God and my country And to obey the Scout LawTo help other people at all times; To keep myself physically strong mentally awake, and morally straight."
Cub Scout Pack 164 is part of the Wapehani District, under the Hoosier Trails Council and includes four dens:
You may join Cub Scouts at any point...if you're in fourth grade, you're welcome to join Webelos...no need to go back and do the other badges.
Your annual fee is just $75 and includes admission to all Pack activities, such as skiing, tubing, Indian's baseball game, Holiday World trip, rock climbing, camping, and more! To cover additional costs we sell popcorn in September as our main fundraiser.
Uniforms and handbooks are available locally at the Hoosier Trails Council building east of Bloomington on the way to Nashville. Uniform requirements for new Scouts include the blue uniform shirt (most kids opt for the short sleeve size medium), a blue webbed belt, and a neckerchief, slide and book for your appropriate den (for example, a 2nd grader would need the blue shirt, belt, and a Wolf neckerchief/slide/book).The shirt and belt will hold patches and loops your child earns each year, the following years you will only need to buy the neckerchief/slide/book for your child's new den. Many kids opt to purchase hats as well, but it's not necessary. Few kids in our Pack purchase the pants/shorts/long shirts.
Contact Cub Master Cullen McCarty or Pack Committee Chair Stephanie Calhoun
We are always looking to add new volunteers to our Sherwood Kids Volunteer Teams! We have a variety of opportunities available. You can find out more about those positions here.
If you are interested in volunteering in Sherwood Kids, here is our volunteer registration form.
If you have questions about how or where to begin, contact Rhonda Michael or Eunice Kim.
Christian camp is a wonderful opportunity for kids to build relationships with each other and grow in their relationship with God. If you're searching for a nearby camp that will meet the needs of your family, please check out the following camps we recommend:
Hilltop is mission of Sherwood Oaks Christian Church and is a place "where Christ and a great time go together." This camp provides a secluded and unique setting where every young person or adult can have a great time while encountering the presence of the living God through play, Bible study, fellowship, and worship. To learn more about Hilltop and to register for camp, visit https://hilltopchristiancamp.com/
Allendale has a purpose of reaching others for Christ. Located in a natural environment, this camp offers many exciting activities designed to help kids grow in their relationship with God. To learn more about Allendale and to register for camp, visit http://www.camp-allendale.org/
Illiana is located in Washington, Indiana. It is a place where God provides amazing life lessons for the kids. The day camps, overnight camps, and week camps are full of fun, friends, Bible teaching, and worship. To learn more about Illiana and to register for camp, visit http://www.campilliana.org/
Springhill offers camps all over the state of Indiana. This camp strives to glorify God by creating life-impacting experiences that enable young people to know and to grow in their relationships with Jesus Christ. Everything they do focuses on teaching God's messages of grace, hope, and love to kids through faith and fun. To learn more about Springhill and to register for camp, visit https://www.springhillcamps.
Sherwood Kids! offers camp scholarships for kids in kindergarten through the 5th grade. If you are interested, simply fill out the Camp Scholarship Request form.
Cornerstone Homeschool Co-op works collectively to supplement the education being directed by parents in the home. We intentionally teach everything from a Biblical Christian worldview. The goals of Cornerstone are: to provide a safe, Christian setting where families can strengthen relationships, encourage, support, and pray for one another; and create a positive learning environment where children can grow in wisdom and knowledge. We offer weekly class meetings, field trips, and parent events.
Meetings : Cornerstone meets weekly during the school year (mid August through early May).
Contact Information : Contact the leadership team at coopcornerstone@gmail.com
Christian camp is a wonderful opportunity for kids to build relationships with each other and grow in their relationship with God. If you're searching for a nearby camp that will meet the needs of your family, please check out the following camps we recommend:
Hilltop is mission of Sherwood Oaks Christian Church and is a place "where Christ and a great time go together." This camp provides a secluded and unique setting where every young person or adult can have a great time while encountering the presence of the living God through play, Bible study, fellowship, and worship. To learn more about Hilltop and to register for camp, visit https://hilltopchristiancamp.com/
Allendale has a purpose of reaching others for Christ. Located in a natural environment, this camp offers many exciting activities designed to help kids grow in their relationship with God. To learn more about Allendale and to register for camp, visit http://www.camp-allendale.org/
Illiana is located in Washington, Indiana. It is a place where God provides amazing life lessons for the kids. The day camps, overnight camps, and week camps are full of fun, friends, Bible teaching, and worship. To learn more about Illiana and to register for camp, visit http://www.campilliana.org/
Springhill offers camps all over the state of Indiana. This camp strives to glorify God by creating life-impacting experiences that enable young people to know and to grow in their relationships with Jesus Christ. Everything they do focuses on teaching God's messages of grace, hope, and love to kids through faith and fun. To learn more about Springhill and to register for camp, visit https://www.springhillcamps.
Sherwood Kids! offers camp scholarships for kids in kindergarten through the 5th grade. If you are interested, simply fill out the Camp Scholarship Request form.
We are always looking to add new volunteers to our Sherwood Kids Volunteer Teams! We have a variety of opportunities available. You can find out more about those positions here.
If you are interested in volunteering in Sherwood Kids, here is our volunteer registration form.
Contact Heather Knoy with questions pertaining to serving in Bedford.
For more information about our Weekday Preschool at Sherwood Oaks Bedford, visit our preschool website.
