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Children's Ministry

The LOFT logoOur Children’s Ministry, called the LOFT (Living Out Faith Truths), exists to provide children and their families a spiritual support system in which they can grow in their knowledge of the Lord Jesus Christ. Through our enlivening, biblically-based programming, children have the opportunity to learn about God and build a strong spiritual foundation. Children are the future church, and it is our goal that every child involved in our ministry would develop a lifelong relationship with the Savior.

PARENT PAGER CHECK-IN SYSTEM
We have implemented the Parent Pager Check-In System. We have mailed, by household, forms we need filled out to assist with making sure all information is current. Please return these forms to the church office. If you need a copy of the required form, you may download it here. You should also come by and have your photos added to your profile. Thank you for your help with this process!
Learn more about the Parent Pager System...


**IMPORTANT** PRESCHOOL AND CHILD PICK-UP POLICY
The Board of Directors has mandated that only those who are of the age of 18 and above will be authorized to pick up preschoolers and Kindergarten to 2nd Grade children. This means only the adult parent or guardian will be allowed to pick up your child from Sunday and Wednesday ministry times. Thank you in advance for your help and support of this policy.

Our children’s programming includes:

Sunday Activities


  • Sunday School (8:30 and 9:30 a.m.) - Every Sunday morning children have the opportunity to go on great adventures through the Bible. Sunday School provides children with the opportunity to learn about the Bible and how to deal with life’s issues through the Scripture.View a complete listing of our children's Sunday School classes.

  • How to Study Your Bible Class (9:30 a.m.) - We will be offering a class for 3rd - 5th Grade children for approximately a 6 month period during the regular 9:30 Sunday School hour. This class, which will be taught by Janice Spitzer, will teach them how to study their Bible. It will give them inductive study skills in a fun and exciting format. This class will be offered starting Sunday, August 7. If interested in putting your child in this class, please use the convenient online form or contact the church office.

  • Awana (5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.) - Awana (Approved Workmen Are Not Ashamed) is an exciting program where children can grow in their knowledge of the Bible. The program focuses on bringing children closer to God through age-appropriate worship, Scripture memory and team-oriented recreation. There are two clubs of which consist of Sparks, K-2; and Truth and Training Grades 3rd to 6th grade. Learn more about our Awana program. If you are interested in working in Awana, please contact Michael by calling 876-0527 ext. 111 or by sending email.

    PLEASE NOTE: Awana meets only during the school year.

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Wednesday Activities


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Kids Praise LogoWednesday Night Live! - We offer an exciting, fun and educational Wednesday night program for kids in kindergarten through 5th grade at 6:13 p.m. in The LOFT. We will begin each week with 30 minutes of music (Kids Praise choir). followed by graded Bible study time.

The the Animated TheologianWe are currently using the Theo the Animated Theologian series from Lifeway, which offers a rare combination of rich theological content and high entertainment value. Theo and his mischievous little friends explore theological lessons like faith, obeying God's Word, forgiveness, the armor of God, sin and the plan of salvation. The biblical content comes alive through fun, age-appropriate Bible curriculum that revolves around the Bible stories embedded in each episode. Each entertaining, animated episode corresponds with a printable lesson plan that digs deep into God's Word. K-1 meet in Room 201, 2nd & 3rd Grade meet in Room 202, and 4th & 5th Grade meet in Room 207.

If you have questions about this program or would be willing to help in some way, please contact Bro. Michael by calling 615-876-0527 or by sending email.



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Upcoming Special Events


Children Camp Dessert Auction (April 18) - We will have our annual Dessert Auction on Wednesday, April 18, at 6:30 p.m. in the Family Life Center. Donated desserts will be auctioned to help defray the cost for campers and provide additional funds for scholarships.


VBS 2012 logoVacation Bible School (June 4 - 8) - The dates for VBS are June 4-8! Out theme this year is Amazing Wonders Aviation. Mark your calendars, save these dates and be sure to join us as we travel the globe in search of fun and adventure!



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Centri-Kid Camp (June 21 - 25) - Centri-Kid Camp is a five day, four night camp for 3rd–6th graders to experience the time of their lives and learn more about the message of Jesus Christ! From the future sports star to the young scientist to the rising chef, every kid gets to participate in exciting activities of their choice. The kids take part in Bible study, recreation, track times, and worship. Camps are staffed by college and seminary students who can’t wait to hang out with your kids and love to share Christ through every aspect of camp!

The dates are June 21-25 at Ridgecrest Conference Center in North Carolina. You can get your child's name on the camp list by calling the church office or signing them up at the welcome counter in THE LOFT. Hurry, as there are limited spots available!! A $50 non-refundable deposit is due by the February 1. The total cost is $300. For your convenience, you may register and pay the deposit online. You also have the option to go ahead and pay the full amount.

If you have already signed up and paid the deposit, a separate online payment form has been set up to allow you to pay either the full balance ($250) or to pay against the balance on a monthly schedule. To use this form, go here. The full $300 must be paid by June 15.



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