Elementary Ministry

Our children’s ministry provides foundational teaching for boys and girls throughout their elementary years. Spiritual growth continues as children study the Bible and participate in devotional activities Sunday morning, Sunday evening, Wednesday evening and special events held throughout the year.

Children grow in self-confidence as they formulate a sense of their worth under God. All children do not learn in the same ways, therefore the Bible studies and activities include methods to help meet the many learning styles of children today. Teachers are prepared to share Bible facts as children are involved with Bible related activities. Each child, the one who attends every Sunday, as well as the one who attends infrequently, will know that teachers are willing to take time to talk with them about personal matters.

Children will learn basic truths about God, Jesus Christ, salvation, and the Bible. Strong emphasis is placed on helping children grow in understanding who God is and His plan for individuals.

Schedule

Sunday Morning

• Worship Emphasis - 9:30 AM  . . . CONNECT KidStyle is a Sunday morning worship experience for children first through third grade during "Big Church."  more...

• Late Sunday School - 11:00 AM to12:00 noon in a multiple age level setting. Children in first grade through fifth grade meet together for a time of Bible study and Bible related activities on the second floor of the Children's Wing.

Sunday Evening

• Discipleship opportunities from 6:00 PM to 7:15 PM for the entire family!  Visit the Worship Page for schedule information.

Wednesday Evening

• CLUB 252 - 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM for children pre-kindergarten through 5th grade.

Where do my kids go?

Parents of children are encouraged to bring their child to the second floor of the children’s wing where they will sign into their assigned classes. Parents will find a kiosk reception desk to assist them in locating the class for their child. All children’s classes, grades 1-5, meet on the second floor of the children’s wing.

CONNECT KidStyle (Kid's Church)

Resumes Sunday, September 7, 2008

A Children’s Worship Experience at 9:30 AM Sunday morning's – CONNECT KidStyle is offered in the Children's Wing each Spring and Fall during Big Church, the 9:30 AM Sunday Morning Worship Service.  Boys and girls, Pre-K through 3rd grade are introduced to the concept of congregational worship as they are engaged in a host of worship related activities that include music, games, scripture memorization, and a life application lesson. In Connect KidStyle they learn about God and His plan for people as they worship together.

• CONNECT Preschool Style - for Pre-K thru Kindergarten will be in Room C106 on the first floor of the Children's Wing.

• CONNECT Children's Style - for First Grade through Third Grade will be in room C211 - C212 on the second floor of the Children's Wing.

In CONNECT KidStyle, children actively participate with leaders through music, Bible games, and life application lessons relating to the scripture emphasis. Use of puppets, occasional videos, and inviting special guests creates a fun atmosphere in which children learn to worship together in preparation for going to Big Church.

CROSSwalk Store

The Crosswalk Store opens twice a month during the school year to allow children to use points earned through scripture memorization and service projects. The Crosswalk Store is stocked with child friendly objects that encourage children to work toward earning points that serve as a reward for their hard work.  The Crosswalk Store is located on the second floor of the Children's Wing in room C201.  It is open on designated days during which children can "shop" and "spend" points they have earned during the month.  Crosswalk points are accumulated September through May and all children will begin fresh each September with no points.

Volunteer Needs:  Adults are needed to staff the Crosswalk Store during times of operation once a month. All volunteers must complete an application that includes permission for a background check.

Knowing God

Children form concepts about God and Jesus from birth. Children develop at different rates, so the personal decision to follow Christ varies. John 16:7-13 tell us the Holy Spirit will convict us of our “sin, righteousness and judgment” and guide us “into all truth”. This Biblical truth applies to children as well as adults.

Leaders are trained to develop relationships of trust as they guide children into an understanding of who God is. Communication on the child’s level of understanding is a key element to helping a child make a decision to accept Christ as his personal Lord and Savior.

All ministries of the children’s area focus on introducing God through Bible study, mission emphasis, scripture memorization, and musical experiences. 

Kid's Fun Days

Kid's Fun Days are times on Tuesdays during the summer set aside just for kids to enjoy arts and crafts, sports, music, Bible stories, drama, water fun, field trips, and more for boys and girls who have completed kindergarten through 5th grade. Reservations are necessary and the fee is $20.00 per day per child.

Children's Mission Adventure Camp

Monday, June 9 through Friday, June 13

Children's Mission Adventure Camp is for kids in the summer who have completed third grade through completed sixth grade who love to have fun!  Children's Camp will experience Bible study, Kid’s Worship, quiet time, church group devotions, meeting missionaries and learning about missions, fellowship and play with other kids, nature, important character traits, and new songs.  Visit our Adventure Camp web page for more information!

First Grade Bible Presentation

Each Fall at the beginning of the new school year first grade students are recognized during the 9:30 AM Sunday morning Worship Service with a gift of the Holman Christian Standard Bible.

This Bible is specifically designed for children and it is our desire to put into their hands a complete Bible that has special sections with questions and answers to help them on their spiritual journey in their early years of life.

Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteers are needed to help with special events throughout the year, however ALL volunteers must complete an application that includes permission to do a complete background check:

• Vacation Bible School
• Visitation
• Visitor registration
• Angel Breakfast
• Department parties with children
• Children's Camp sponsors
• CROSSwalk Store operations
• Resource room maintenance