Registering a Child for an Event
Shows that a child can be registered for an Event just like a Member, Visitor, or walk-in guest.
Events aren't just for Members
A child can be registered for an Event the same way a Member, a Visitor, or a walk-in guest can, so a special kids' outreach, a holiday program, or a churchwide event that includes children doesn't require a separate registration process just because the attendee is a child.
One registration flow, every attendee type
This means your event capacity, registration lists, and reporting for an event already account for children alongside adults, without needing to track kids' sign-ups in a separate spreadsheet or system outside of Sermfy.
Best practice
When an event is specifically aimed at children, register them individually rather than folding a headcount into a guardian's registration, individual records are what let you pull an accurate attendee list and follow up with the right families afterward.
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Registering a New Child
Walks through exactly what information Children's Ministry captures when you register a new child, including which fields are optional.
Linking a Guardian to a Child's Record
Covers how to attach a guardian who already has a Member record to a child, including recording the relationship between them.
Adding a Guardian Who Isn't Already a Member
Shows how to attach a guardian's name and phone number for someone who isn't in Sermfy yet, without creating a Member record.
Creating a Children's Ministry Class
Clarifies that a Children's Ministry class is just a Group with a special tag, created through the same Groups feature as any ministry.