Make Mass the most meaningful, prayerful hour of your week.  Leave with a renewed spirit and a happy child!

St. Patrick Church of Merna has a brand new, beautiful Nursery!! The playground, which is only accessible by going through the Nursery, will be a welcome sight to any busy toddler!

• The Nursery is open to all registered toddlers during the 4:30 (Saturday) 9:00 and 11:00 Masses.
• We offer same day service ~ register and use immediately!!
• The Nursery is a ministry of love.  It is completely free and you will not find better childcare anywhere!

We are delighted that you brought your child to our nursery. We believe your child is a special gift from God - so we want to provide the best love and care possible. All children cry sometimes when being left by parents. We understand and expect it. In most cases, crying stops a few moments after you leave. If your child continues to cry after five or ten minutes we will send someone to notify you. Please sit on the choir side of the church in case a Nursery Team Leader needs to contact you.

Health
Well children only! For the health of all (and the peace of mind of every parent), children with symptoms of illness should not be brought to the nursery. To protect the health of all our children, we cannot accept a child who is ill with a cold or a fever.

Belongings
Please make sure that your diaper bag, sippy cups and pacifiers are clearly labeled. 

Food
Please do not send food to the nursery with your child. We will provide a small snack, if necessary, usually Cheerios and water. 

Nursery Registration Form
When you enrolled your child in the nursery you filled out a registration form to assist the child care attendants in taking care of your child and his/her needs. Please be sure to notify the child care attendants if you have any changes to the form throughout the year. If you need a new form please contact Becky Skibo or inquire in the nursery.

Dropping Off / Picking Up
When you drop off your child, please be sure to complete the sign-in sheet.  We ask that the same parent drop off and pick up their child. This is for safety considerations and to help child care attendants get to know parents and children.

Nursery Committee Leaders

Nursery Director
Becky Skibo 662-7361, ext. 21

Team Leaders 4:30 Mass (Saturday)
Pam Goode, Marilee Bracero

Team Leaders 9:00 Mass
Lori Fitzgerald, Jill Kelly, Brenda Seger

Team Leaders 11:00 Mass
Wendy Young, Karen Head
Jerry and Amy Malak