Pre-K through 5th
Children's Ministry
Children's Ministry
Pre-K through 5th
Children are an active and vital part of the ministry at St. Simons Presbyterian Church. Below are a few of the regular opportunities for children's faith development and service in our congregation.
For Occasional
KidZ Crew Text Updates
Text: KIDZ
To: (855) 620-2270
Director of Children
& YOUTH Ministries
Dara Pickren-Davis
“For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith… it is the gift of God.”
Dara brings nearly two decades of experience in church ministry, serving congregations across coastal Georgia and northeast Florida. She has a deep love for children, families, and creative ministry, with a special passion for formative experiences like Vacation Bible School, Fall Festivals, and Christmas celebrations.
With a background in music, theatre, and education, Dara has spent years nurturing young people—from toddlers to college students—both in church and classroom settings. Her ministry is grounded in faith, creativity, and grace, reflected in her favorite verse, Ephesians 2:8.
Dara and her husband, Howard, have been married for 22 years and have three children—Hall, Ella, and Allie. As a family, they love to travel and explore, and Dara especially enjoys photography and adventure.
Dara Pickren-Davis
Director of Children
& YOUTH Ministries
Assistant Director of
Children & Youth Ministries
Alyssa Lee
Alyssa Lee
Assistant Director of
Children & Youth Ministries
Alyssa Lee
Assistant Director of
Children & Youth Ministries
A Glynn County native, Alyssa grew up attending two local non-denominational churches, where she committed 17 years to service in various roles. She holds a B.S. in Psychology from CCGA. Alyssa and her husband, Josh, are proud parents to Olivia (8) and William (5), and their family has been part of the SSPC community since September 2024. Alyssa is deeply honored to have the opportunity to invest in the church’s youth, with hopes of nurturing their relationships with God, themselves, and others. She looks forward to meeting new families and engaging with the youth every Sunday morning at church and Sunday evening at the youth group.
KidZ & Youth Volunteers
These essential ministries require volunteer assistance.
Volunteer Needs:
- Sunday Mornings: 2 in nursery & 2 KidZ Church (Sundays)
- Wednesday Nights: 9–13 adults for KidZ Crew (August - April, Excluding December)
- Mission Possible: 2 Adults (Meets Monthly)
- Sunday Youth Group: 2 Adults (August - April, Excluding December)
- Vacation Bible School: 20+ Adults Needed (Once a Year)
Why So Many Volunteers?
Two adults are required with children at all times to ensure safety, accountability, and faithful compliance with our church's protection policy and denominational standards.
We Make It Easy!
- Lessons & Supplies Provided
- We work with your schedule
- Partnered service (never alone)
- Substitutes easier with more volunteers
KidZ Crew
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Days: Every Wednesdays During the School Year (Signup for KidZ Newsletter for Exact Dates)
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Time: 4-6PM
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Who: Grades Preschool - 5th
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Where: Meet to Veranda (next to playground)
Join us for KidZ Crew where children come together as friends in Christ! During KidZ Crew, we learn together, play together, pray together, serve together, sing together and worship together. Together, we can stir up one another to love. (Heb 10:24)
KidZ Crew & Choir is led by the Director of Children's Ministry and the Children's Choir Director as well as adult and youth volunteers.
Parents may check their children in on the Veranda by the playground at 4pm and return by 6 for pick up. KidZ Crew is followed by our Wednesday Night Suppers at 6pm in the Social Hall. All are invited!
For 3rd–5th Graders
MISSION:Possible
Big hearts. Helping hands. Kids making a difference.
MISSION:POSSIBLE invites 3rd–5th graders to put their faith into action through hands-on service. Kids take an active role in helping others, exploring needs in our community, and dreaming up mission projects of their own. Along the way, they build friendships and discover that they’re never too young to make a difference.
2026–2027
Meeting Dates
Select Sundays, 4:00PM–6:00PM, Plus our Spring and Fall Churchwide Days of Service
October 4, 2026
November 1, 2026
December 6, 2026
February 7, 2027
March 20, 2027
April 18, 2027
Have a child who loves to help? We’d love for them to join us! Parents are invited to lend a hand, too.
Sunday Morning Programs
Nursery/Toddler
Location: Children's Hall/Nursery
Begin your toddler on a journey of faith! Using the Instant Bible Lessons for Nursery, our nursery staff will surround your child with faithful music, visuals, activities and love. Jesus Loves Me this I Know!
Preschool/PreK
Location: Children's Hall/KidZ Preschool
Focus that Preschool energy and curiosity on God and His Word! By using age appropriate Bibles, books, games, play, creativity, music and visuals, your preschooler will begin forming their spiritual foundation.
K–5th Grade
Location: Children's Hall
Build a strong foundation of faith! Using the same Bible passages heard in worship, children explore Scripture through creative, hands-on activities and discover their place in God’s Big Story.
Special Opportunities
Vacation Bible School
Takes Place Each June :: Grades PreK-5
Registration will begin online each Spring & is open to visitors!