J.O.Y. Kids - A Quarterly hands on mission experience for Preschool kids Ages 3- 5. One Saturday a quarter from 9:30 – 11:00 CLICK HERE FOR THE REGISTRATION FORM
J.O.Y. kids helps kids show that they can make a difference in the world "doing God's work" by loving Jesus Others and Yourself. Each meeting offers a different "hands-on mission" for kids to help people in need both locally and worldwide. Occasionally, we also have off-site events during the week. Each mission activity is TOP SECRET until it is announced one month prior. There is a $15 one-time registration fee which includes your official J.O.Y. kids T-shirt.
Next Mission: Saturday, September 23
One parent is required to stay and participate with their child. We will begin each Saturday event with donuts and a game.
Mission Possible - A MONTHLY hands on mission experience for kids in kindergarten – 5th grade. One Sunday a month from 2:30 – 4:00 CLICK HERE FOR THE REGISTRATION FORM
MISSION POSSIBLE helps kids show that they can make a difference in the world "doing God's work". Each monthly meeting offers a different "hands-on mission" for kids to help people in need both locally and worldwide. Occasionally, we also have off-site events during the week. Each mission activity is TOP SECRET until it is announced one month prior. There is a $15 one-time registration fee which includes your official Mission Possible T-shirt.
Saturday Evening Worship - On Saturday evening, we want children to worship with their families. However, we also want to provide a time of learning for them that focuses on the Scripture read in worship. With this in mind, we invite children to come forward following the reading of the Scripture and go for a time of learning with Ms. Kristen. The children will return during the time of offering to share in the final song with their families.
Sunday School (all 3 services) - Children in Kindergarten - 5th Grade have the opportunity to attend Sunday School on Sunday mornings at 8:45, 9:50 and 11:00 am for crafts, Bible study and fun. Children meet with kids their same age as they learn about a life with Christ and the love of God. You won’t want to miss this time!! If you are interested in ways you can help, please contact Kristen Lane, Children’s Minister.
Children Involved in Worship
Nursery - We have six Nursery Rooms on Sunday mornings and one on Saturday evenings. Our rooms are staffed with paid nursery workers to help provide the children with a familiar face each week. Volunteers add extra loving
care during the worship services as needed. Our goal is to share God’s love with your child as they play in a safe, loving environment. Our two older groups have a different lesson during each of the Learning Hours on Sunday mornings. Snacks are provided during time spent in the nursery unless otherwise specifi ed. Please make us aware of any allergies or special issues your child may have. We hope your child enjoys spending time at Grace Avenue.
Children’s Worship Bulletins - We want children to participate in our worship services! To help your children share in the Scripture, Children’s Worship Bulletins and crayons are available at the back of the Worship Center.
Children Greeters/Ushers - One way to help your child get involved in the leadership of worship is for you to volunteer to be a greeter or usher on Saturday night or Sunday mornings. Your child can then assist you with
these responsibilities. It is a great way for them to learn service as they grow in their understanding about being a disciple of Jesus Christ.
Children and Music - We have musical experiences for children ages 3 - 5th Grades. Merry Music Makers (age 3 - 5 years old) have fun singing and playing instruments. Children’s choirs are Kindergarten, 1st - 2nd and 3rd - 5th Grades. They all meet on Sundays from 4:00 - 5:00 pm. The three older Children’s Choirs offer special music during worship once a month and a musical at least twice a year.
Acolyte Program - Children in the 3rd - 5th Grades are invited to attend a training to participate in the worship service by lighting the alter candles to start our 8:45 am and 9:50 am worship services.
EDGE - EDGE is a 4th - 5th Grade fellowship group that meets the 2nd Sunday of the month during the school year from 5:00 - 6:30 pm. We gather together to play games, have themed events, and get to know each other better. Come and have a BLAST at EDGE!
Lenten and Advent Adventure - Children 4 years old - 5th Grade are invited to attend a 3 week mid-week adventure during the Lent and Advent seasons that focuses on the true meaning of Easter and Christmas. The children will share in snacks, singing, games and crafts. Watch for more details.
Kid’s Day Out - Kid’s Day Out is a weekday program for children who turn 1 as of September 1st. Children have the opportunity to attend class one or two days a week. The program runs Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00 am - 2:15
pm. Enrollment will be held in the Spring for the upcoming school year. Contact Kristen Lane for more information.
Rainbow Corner - Children who are turning 2 - 5 years old qualify for our Rainbow Corner Pre-School Program. Please contact Kim Meyers, Rainbow Corner Director, at 972-335-2882 ext. 513 or rainbowcorner@graceavenue.org. CLICK HERE for additional information.
For information about any of these groups listed above, please contact:
Kristen Lane, Children’s Minister - 972-335-2882 ext. 508 or klane@graceavenue.org.
Last updated by nmijares on 8/17/2010