Sunday, May 20, 2012

Children’s Ministries


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Kids Konnections

Vision:  To connect kids to Christ

Mission:   Connect kids
Open their hearts to accept others
Nurture their excitement in worship
Nourish their souls through prayer & Bible study
Encourage service in God’s Kingdom
Cultivate the growth of their faith
Train them for a life-long relationship with Jesus

Values:    *Creative & Relevant Bible teaching
*Safety – our ministry is a safe place for children
*Strong Relationships
*Encouraging Environment
*Family Involvement

Linksters are classes for Kindergarten to 4th graders from 9:40 to 10:30am which begins with a time of singing in the sanctuary.

Link’d are classes for 5th to 12th grade students to study biblical truths and how to apply them – Sundays from 9:40 to 10:30am.

Friendship Class:  Sunday School class for cognitively/physically impaired school aged children.  We meet Sunday at 9:45 am for Bible Stories, song time and a craft.

Parent Link is the monthly newsletter for the parents of Kids Konnections students.  The Parent Link is full of simple ways you can spend time with our kids, have fun, & communicate!

Cadets:  Activities for boys in the grades 3rd through 8th.  Meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month from 7:00 pm to 8:45pm.   Meetings include Badge work, Bible lesson and a project.  Our club also has a yearly campout and Pinewood Derby event.

GEMS:   Girls Everywhere Meeting the Savior is a program for 2nd through 8th grade girls.  Meets the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month from 6:30 pm to 8:15 pm.  Meetings include singing, Merit Badge work, a Bible Lesson, and crafts.  Our club also has several events throughout the year, such as a Christmas party, a parent/daughter night, and an awards night.

Vacation Bible School:  Kids who are Kindergarten through 5th grade will love attending VBS one week during the summer.  Drama, singing, crafts and games are always a big hit during this week.

Annual Events:  Throughout the year various events are planned such as the Fun Fair, WinterFest, summer serve opportunities, singing at Rest Haven, My Dolly & Me Tea Party & various Christmas programs.