RHL K.I.D.S. Ministry

Our K.I.D.S. Ministry (Kindergarten through 5th grade) is all about helping children:
Know Jesus, Impact the world, become Disciples of Jesus, and Serve others!


Through a mix of large group teaching and small group conversations, our team creates a fun, engaging environment where kids grow in faith and build meaningful connections.

All children are welcome—no church affiliation required.


DiscipleU K.I.D.S.

During the DiscipleU Educational Hour, kids gather in a large group format to explore God’s Word through teaching, crafts, and hands-on activities led by our caring leaders.


DiscipleU K.I.D.S. Fellowship

This special program includes both large and small group time, offering deeper engagement through discussion and activities. Kids also join the church family in the sanctuary for communion, helping them experience the full life of worship together.

WHAT WE ARE TEACHING IN SEPTEMBER

"HELP"

A Teaching Series from the Book of Exodus

on Moses

An important part of childhood is learning which grown-ups you can trust. The very first phone number most kids tend to learn is an emergency number because it’s important to know who to call when we need help!


In this teaching series, we’ll help kids see that they can always call on God for the things they need. As kids hear the story of Israel escaping slavery in Egypt (and what happened afterward), they’ll discover that God helps us when we’re helpless, helps us in our weakness, helps us when we’re in trouble, and will even help us help others. God is the help we need — always!

SUNDAY MORNINGS IN THE

K.I.D.S. ZONE

DiscipleU K.I.D.S.: 9:00am to 10:00am

DiscipleU K.I.D.S. Fellowship: 10:00am to 11:15am

September 6th:

“Moses In A Basket”

(Exodus 1:22-2:10)


September 13th: 

“God Calls Moses”

(Exodus 3:1-14, 4:1-17)


September 20th:

"The Plagues and the Passover"

(Exodus 7:14-10:29, 12:21-30)


September 27th:

"God Provides Food and Water"

(Exodus 15:22-25, 16:1-16, 17:1-17)



  • September Philanthropy: La Semilla Learning Center

    About La Semilla Learning Center

    La Semilla —which means “The Seed”— is a ministry that began about 20 years ago when a group of Christians from a local congregation got to know their neighbors and asked how they could help. Parents who were concerned that they did not yet speak English fluently, while their children were attending school in English, asked for an after-school tutoring program.


    Today, La Semilla’s mission is to help students become confident children while equipping parents with the tools and resources they need. They do this by engaging with the surrounding community, building relationships, and responding to the needs they see.


    Red Hill Lutheran Church & School has partnered with La Semilla for the past three years. We have helped families with uniform expenses, provided school supplies, and supported their tutoring program with curriculum, books, and prayer.


    This year, we will continue to support La Semilla in several ways. We will be praying for their ministry, sharing our offering money so they can purchase two iPads, and holding a book drive to provide gently used books for their students and families.


    If you’d like to contribute to this exciting program or if you have questions about La Semilla Learning Center, please contact Beth Stoffregen.


    Click here to learn more about this initiative.

  • Red Hill Lutheran CUB SCOUT PACK 235

    Family-focused and value-driven! Red Hill's Cub Scouting program is a year-round program uniquely designed to meet the needs of young boys and girls (kindergarten through fifth grade) and their families. The program offers fun and challenging activities that promote character development and physical fitness. Family involvement is an essential part of the program, and parents are encouraged to play an active role. 


    Cub Scouting helps parents make the most of the time they have to impact the lives of their children. Cub Scouting nurtures leadership and character growth, helps develop interests and skills, teaches duty to God and country, and is fun! Contact David Moran for more information.

  • GOD MADE ME FOR WORSHIP

    Understanding the different parts of a worship service can be confusing for kids. One moment everyone is singing, the next they’re sitting quietly. Sometimes the adults know just what to say—like “Thanks be to God!” How do they know? What is communion? Why does the pastor raise his hands and pray at the end?


    This bright and engaging children’s book helps kids explore how God reveals Himself in the rhythms of worship. Each part of the service tells the story of the gospel. Because Jesus is the center of our worship, His story shapes how we worship together.


    The author encourages parents to guide their children not just in understanding worship, but in participating in it—inviting them to respond to God alongside the whole church family.


    📚 Want a copy? Contact our Director of Youth and Family Ministry, Beth Stoffregen, to get yours today!

Family Resource Library

It is a joy and an honor to support and equip entire families through all stages of life. To help in that journey, we offer a Family Resource Library filled with books covering every developmental phase—from birth through college—as well as a wide range of other topics.


These resources are available in the Narthex throughout the week or on the patio each Sunday morning. For more information or to borrow a resource, contact Beth Stoffregen.

CONNECT WITH US

Want to stay updated on upcoming events, know more about our programming, or find ways to serve in our  K.I.D.S. Ministry?

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  • Are you new with us? All children participating in our ministry must have a current registration form on file, renewed annually. We know it may seem tedious, but it is essential for keeping both your child and our leaders safe. Completing this form ahead of time makes the check-in process simple and fast, too!


    MINISTRY REGISTRATION FORM

  • Interested in serving in K.I.D.S. Ministry? We're excited to have you on board! Whether you have a little time or a lot, there's a place for you to make an impact. We'll be in touch to find the best fit for you!


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  • Have questions about K.I.D.S. Ministry? We're here to help! Feel free to reach out to our K.I.D.S. Ministry Coordinator, Itzel Mancilla, at any time!


    CONTACT ITZEL


Itzel Mancilla-Murillo

RHL Children's Ministry Coordinator

Itzel has served on our Children's Ministry Team in a variety of roles since 2020. Currently, she serves as RHL's Children's Ministry Coordinator. While Itzel is a YFM leader on nights and weekends, she is a scientist and healthcare provider by day. Itzel received her Bachelor’s in Molecular, Cell, and Developmental Biology from UCLA and recently received her Master’s in Genetic Counseling from UCI. Although Itzel's professional background is in science, she enjoys fostering an environment where kids can explore, learn, and ultimately grow in their faith. Serving in the K.I.D.S. Ministry has allowed Itzel an opportunity to channel her innate curiosity to nurture the interest of children in their walk with Jesus. When not working on the next game or lesson for ministry, you can find Itzel reading her latest book, hanging with her crazy pups, enjoying some time with her large family, or investigating the next topic that has caught her eye. 


Itzel can be reached via email at imancilla@redhillchurch.org.

Beth Stoffregen

RHL Director of Youth and Family Ministry

Beth was born and raised in a small Illinois farming community; but has lived in Southern California since 1990. Beth joined the Red Hill Church and School Staff in 2018 and is currently serving as the Director of Children's Ministry and the Director of Youth and Family Ministry. Beth has been active in various church ministries her entire life, including Music Ministry, Contemporary Worship, Small Group Ministry, Women’s Ministry, Cursillo Ministry, and Children’s Ministry. Prior to coming to Red Hill, Beth served as the Children’s Ministry Assistant at Mount of Olives Lutheran Church in Mission Viejo. Beth is married to Bill and they have two adult children.

 

For more information about K.I.D.S. Ministry, contact Beth Stoffregen, at beths@redhillchurch.org