Hot Topic: When should children "move up" from kids church?

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image Our post about church nursery brought out some interesting discussion about the pro’s/con’s of younger children being present during the pastor’s sermon.
Many patents have strong convictions about this topic, but I will risk a little disagreement to hear what you think. Please leave your thoughts below.
One note – respectful debate is welcome, but I will moderate anyone who gets too hot. Please be helpful and kind.

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