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                                                                                                                                                            Elementary Kids Programs

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                                                                                                                                                            Sunday School • Sundays 9:30am
                                                                                                                                                            We provide Sunday School classes for kids up through 6th grade that help children get an overview of the Bible Stories.  These classes are interactive classes that not only help kids grow in Biblical knowledge, but it also helps them to build relationships with other kid their age. To see a building map for Sunday Morning and Wednesday Evening Activities, CLICK HERE.

                                                                                                                                                            Kindergarten Worship • Sundays 10:45am
                                                                                                                                                            Our Kindergartners join together with the Preschoolers and have worship and lessons downstairs in our Tree House Room.  It is our desire to give children a first impression of their heavenly Father and the wonder of His love for each one of them.  Children will constantly hear that God made them, God loves them, and Jesus wants to be their friend while learning stories of the Bible. To see a building map for Sunday Morning and Wednesday Evening Activities, CLICK HERE.

                                                                                                                                                            Elementary Worship • Sundays 10:45am
                                                                                                                                                            1st – 5th Graders will worship with their families and will be dismissed after the interactive time of service.  This allows parents to help kids understand the importance of  worship and to guide their children in understanding communion, offering, and prayer.  After the interactive worship children will be dismissed and will continue to worship through Bible lessons.  These lessons go along with the same sermon that is being preached to the teens and adults.  This allows families to continue to reinforce all week long what was taught on Sunday morning. To see a building map for Sunday Morning and Wednesday Evening Activities, CLICK HERE.

                                                                                                                                                            Super Stars K-4th • Wednesdays 6:30pm
                                                                                                                                                            Kindergarten – 4th Graders are becoming better readers and we want to make sure they understand how to find things in the Bible.  We teach them the books of the Old and New Testament.  In addition to the books of the Bible kids will memorize 10-15 verses of Scripture. This is done with games, activities, and songs. Our fall ministry session (Sept.-Dec.) includes preparation for the annual Christmas Musical. A "Service with a Purpose" class is available for children who are not interested or able to participate in our Christmas Musical. Our winter/spring ministry session (Jan.-May) includes preparation for the annual Celebrate the Word program. To see a building map for Sunday Morning and Wednesday Evening Activities, CLICK HERE.

                                                                                                                                                            Bridge 5th-6th • Wednesdays 6:30pm
                                                                                                                                                            5th and 6th Graders join our Jr. High on Wednesday night for Bridge.  This helps them to start transitioning to middle school.  For more information please see our youth page. Find out more about Bridge on the Junior High Programs page. To see a building map for Sunday Morning and Wednesday Evening Activities, CLICK HERE.

                                                                                                                                                            Elementary & Preschool Open Gym
                                                                                                                                                            We meet the 2nd Monday of each month from 9:30 – 11:00.  This is a great time for kids to come and play in the gym with roller blades, scooters, basketballs, and more.  During this same time there is a Mom’s Study that mom’s can enjoy while their kids build relationships and burn off some energy.  Afterward, many families pack a lunch and eat together in the atrium.

                                                                                                                                                            Pumpkin Patch
                                                                                                                                                            Join us for a great alternative to Halloween.  We have games, prizes, candy, ponies, jumpers, face painting, balloon animals, tacos and more. 

                                                                                                                                                            Christmas Musical
                                                                                                                                                            Every year our children's ministry presents a special Christmas Musical Dinner Theater. Rehearsals are worked into the regular Wednesday night programs (see above). You'll want to invite your family and friends to see your kids in action. Look for next December's performance dates on the Children & Family Events page.

                                                                                                                                                            Winter Blast  Retreat
                                                                                                                                                            A retreat for 2nd - 6th Graders that happens each year near the beginning of March.  We have special activities like skating, pump it up, and others.  We have a live worship band and a special speaker.  This is a great weekend to connect with others.

                                                                                                                                                            Celebrate the Word
                                                                                                                                                            At the end of each school year our kids participate in a very special program we call Celebrate the Word.  This program, which involves children, teens, and adults, is a celebration of Scripture through music, recitation, art, acting, and more. You'll be inspired and delighted as our whole church family celebrates God's Word. Look for next spring's Celebrate the Word dates on the Children & Family Events page.

                                                                                                                                                            Summer Park Hops
                                                                                                                                                            Stay connected with other families throughout the summer by joining us at different parks throughout the area.  Kids will have a great time playing together while parent's enjoy some fellowship time as well. Look for upcoming Summer Park Hop dates on the Children & Family Events page.

                                                                                                                                                            Summer Sports Camp
                                                                                                                                                            Each year in August our Kindergarteners – 6th Graders take time to learn the basics of sports like soccer, basketball, running, and others.  They also learn about how God is our coach and we are a part of His Team.

                                                                                                                                                            Pine Haven Summer Camp
                                                                                                                                                            Kids entering 4th grade and above have the opportunity to go to camp up near Park Rapids, MN.  For more information go to www.pinehavencamp.org.

                                                                                                                                                            4-6th Grade Summer Missions Trip
                                                                                                                                                            Every other year we take a group of kids and parents to South Dakota to work with the Lakota Indian Tribe. This is a great chance for your kids to serve others, build friendships, and grow in their relationship with Christ.

                                                                                                                                                            If you have further questions, don't hesitate to contact Jeff Collins, our Children and Family Ministry Pastor.