Children's Ministry

Through our Christian ministry we hope to provide children with the opportunity
to:
- Experience God's love through loving relationships and discover what it
means to be a valued member of God's family;
- Grow in an understanding of the Bible and apply it to life;
- Learn Christian values and develop a desire to help and serve others


Nursery: Our nursery is a special place devoted to providing our
youngest members (0-2 years) with a loving and caring atmosphere. The nursery is
staffed each Sunday from 8:30am - 12:30pm and 5:15pm - 6:45pm. It is often
available during weekday classes, workshop, and seminars. The nursery is located
on the lower level.

Children's Time : Each Sunday
children age 3 through grade 2 are invited to come to the front of the sanctuary
for a special children's message during the worship services.

Sunday School:
Sunday School is available for
children age 3 through Sr. High.
At the 9:30 a.m. service age
3- grade 8 meet.
- Age 3- Grade 1 explore
the foundational Bible stories using Children and Worship and Following Jesus.
These curriculum materials use a multisensory approach to learning-- a real
"hands on" experience.
- Grades 2-8 use Faith
Weaver curriculum to explore Bible stories, an active-oriented curriculum.
Grades 9-12 meet at 10:00 a.m.
and use "Generation Why?" curriculum that helps young people with life issues.
At 11:15 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.
services, Sunday School classes are available for age 3 through Grade 6 using
the same materials as the morning classes.
Children are always welcome to
join in our classes at any time during the year.
As well as Sunday School there are special activities that take place throughout
the year:
- Super Sleepover for
Grades 3 & 4 in October;
- Grade 5 Sleepover in
February,
- special Christmas Eve
service featuring the children of the Sunday School.
- Special mission
projects are conducted throughout the year as well.

Advent Adventure: A weekly child care and education program
for school age children during Saturday mornings in Advent. An opportunity for
children to learn about the true meaning of Christmas through Bible stories,
songs, and crafts while parents have an opportunity to do some "child-free"
shopping.

Summer Camp: Week-long summer camping experiences are
available at Fowler Camp and Retreat Center in Speculator, NY. Young people who
have completed third grade up through senior high are encouraged to attend.
Scholarship assistance is available. Information is distributed through the
Sunday School and from the church office at 439-9929.

Confirmation/ Making Disciples: A special 15-week
confirmation process which seeks to help young people grow as faithful disciples
and responsible members of the community of faith. Incorporates a mentoring
program by adults, class sessions, and service projects. Meets late September
through early Spring at 10:00 a.m. or as scheduled. Confirmation is open to
students in 8th grade and older.

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