Bringing children to a new place can feel exciting, and a little uncertain. We want to make your visit as easy and rewarding as possible, as children and youth are an important part of life at Albany UU.

Every Sunday, you’ll find opportunities for young people to explore big questions, build friendships, discover their own beliefs and values, and experience the joy of belonging in a caring community.

Several women holding babies and toddlers, smiling together in a row of seats

Every Sunday Looks a Little Different

Just as every family is different, every Sunday can be a little different, too.

Summer

Late July through Early September

Summer Craft & Play offers arts and crafts and free play, supervised by staff and volunteers. Infants and toddlers are welcome too, with a parent or other responsible adult along. Families with little ones can also worship together, or use our quiet family space to see and hear the service.

Church Year

Early September through Mid-June

During the church year, Sunday programming can vary from week to week.

  • Most Sundays – Children and youth attend service with their grownups until the story is told, then head to Community Hall to join their age-based groups.
  • Occasionally – Children and youth stay for the full service and experience multigenerational worship.
  • First Sunday of the month – Kids might attend Family Chapel in the Sanctuary.
  • Holiday weekends – There’s often a community service project in a combined-age group.
Children playing with a slide and toys in a nursery room while a caregiver sits nearby

Nursery Care

Nursery care for infants and toddlers is available during the church year. Parents and guardians can choose to drop off, or stay with their little ones. Families can also worship together, or use the quiet family space.

The First Unitarian Universalist Society of Albany church building in spring with a blossoming tree
A parent holding a sleeping baby while watching a service through a viewing window from a quiet room
A quiet family space with a train table, stuffed giraffe, and a viewing window into the sanctuary
Two women and a young girl pouring water into a glass bowl during a water communion ceremony
Two young girls smiling with arms around each other, one holding children's books
Children and adults in the pews raising their hands to their ears and eyes during a family chapel activity while a leader at the white pulpit cups her hands around her eyes

Visiting for the First Time?

Before Your Visit

Reach out anytime. We would be happy to answer questions and help make your first Sunday feel comfortable and welcoming.

On the Day of Your Visit

During the church year a Programs for Children and Youth (PCY) welcome volunteer is usually at the front entrance to answer questions, explain what’s happening that day, and help you decide what will work best for your family.

A religious education volunteer smiling at a welcome window decorated with a rainbow flaming chalice sign

See What’s Next for Your Family

From nursery care to age-based groups, Programs for Children & Youth has something for every family, every Sunday.