{"id":1751,"date":"2025-03-11T11:57:48","date_gmt":"2025-03-11T11:57:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/urc.org.uk\/?p=54938"},"modified":"2025-03-11T11:57:48","modified_gmt":"2025-03-11T11:57:48","slug":"west-kirby-toddler-group-celebrates-30-years-of-joy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/standrewsurcrustington.org.uk\/?p=1751","title":{"rendered":"West Kirby toddler group celebrates 30 years of joy\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"

West Kirby United Reformed Church has celebrated three decades of its beloved toddler group with a special event.  <\/strong><\/p>\n

Families past and present joined the festivities, which included a joyful service, birthday cake, and bouncy castles.<\/p>\n

The church has been running two toddler group sessions every Friday, along with a monthly dads\u2019 group since 1995, creating a welcoming space for countless families to connect, play, and grow.<\/p>\n

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\u201cThe toddler group is run entirely by an incredible team of volunteers\u2014some of whom have been with us for all 30 years. Over the past few years, we have been delighted to welcome the second generation of some families to the toddler group, and new families are always welcome to join us too,\u201d said Kath Hilborne, Church Life Co-Ordinator. \u201cI can go into the local shops with flyers promoting other events at the church and people will say \u2018that\u2019s the toddler group church\u2019, or even \u2018that\u2019s my church\u2019 because they have been a part of the toddler group, and the church are thankful grateful to the toddler group team who create such a legacy of God\u2019s love in our local community.\u201d<\/p>\n

The church celebrated the 30th anniversary at the end of January.<\/p>\n

Every week brings something new and exciting for little ones, with creative themes that spark their imaginations. Children can enjoy a wide range of activities, from arts and crafts in the craft room to dressing up in costumes or prepare a meal in the home corner. Active play thrives in the main hall, where ride-on toys and open space let kids explore, while stories, puzzles, play-doh, and a cozy, carpeted area for babies ensure there\u2019s something for everyone\u2014no matter where they are in their toddler journey.<\/p>\n

Jenny Usher who has volunteered with the group for the whole 30 years said an average day will see 70 children with 70 parents, carers and grandparents.<\/p>\n

\u201cThere is often a queue at the door six deep, occasionally longer,\u201d she said. \u201cWe hope by running an excellent playgroup we can show our community the love and grace of Jesus.\u201d<\/p>\n

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