
The Children's Ministry of our church consists of children ages 11 and under. We strive to provide them with programs and activities that will help them develop into mature Christians in accordance with the Word and Will of God. The Children's Ministry annual programs are: Children's Choir Musical, Children's Camp and Retreat, Children's Anniversary, Honors Banquet, Easter Program and Christmas Program.
Children's Worship
This church service is designed to meet the worship needs of all children ages one to eleven. The goal of this ministry is to help children develop a personal relationship with Jesus Christ through exciting lessons, songs, Bible stories, puppet shows, fun games and crafts. They are taught at an age appropriate level. The group is divided by ages: {1-3 years}, {4-5 years}, {6-8 years}, {9 – 10 years}, and {11-12 years}. They meet three Sundays in each month; first,second and third. Snacks are provided for the children. There is also a check in and out policy for each child. The children worship with the adult body on fourth Sunday which is designed as children services.
Junior Sunday School
Junior Sunday School is designed to meet the educational needs of our children in the Word of God. The classes consist of: Nursery {ages 3-5}, Primary {ages 6-8}, and Juniors {ages 9-11}.
Children's Bible Study
The children are taught at an age appropriate level and are encouraged to develop a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Fun activities are used to help children learn the Word of God. Children's Bible study runs parallel with Adult study.
Children's Choir
The children's choir, called the Morning Stars, is a music ministry for children ages three to eleven. Rehearsals are held every 1st, 2nd and 3rd Sundays durning Children Worship. There is also a rehearsal on the 4th Wednesday during Bible Study before the 4th Sunday. The children's choir minister to the congregation every 4th Sunday.
Children Ushers
The Children Ushers serve as doorkeepers and watchmen of the church on the fourth Sunday, and other times as needed. Showing qualities of kindness, helpfulness and concern for others in the congregation at all times. They meet on the Saturday before the fourth Sunday at 10:00 am.
Children Deacons
The Children Deacons are trained to be devotional leaders. They serve in this capacity on fourth Sunday which is designated as Children Sunday. Young boys between the ages of 5 to 12 may train to be children deacons. This affords young boys the opportunity to learn how to carry on church services.
Children's Recreation Program
This program is designed to allow the children of our church from various teams to participate in each sport season.
Community Base Tutorial Ministry
We offer after school tutorial classes for elementary students. Academic assistance is given in Reading, Language Arts, Spelling, Math, and the LEAP and IWOA test skills. The classes are held September - March from 4 to 6 p.m. in the Life Center. Members as well as non-members may attend. Snacks are provided for the students.
Summer Enrichment/Summer Camp
The summer enrichment program is held during the months of June and July. We offer academic skills in preparation for the coming school year. The time is 8 to 12 noon. Students eat lunch at a nearby school. Summer camp starts at 1 p.m. and ends at 5 p.m. Children have fun skating, bowling, Sci Port, movies and other activities.
Visions Liturgical Dance Ministry
Purpose: To give girls ages 5-12 an experience of worship through dance and body interpretation.
Description: Liturgical dance is dance or gesture used within worship for the glory of God. It is intended to add depth and dimension to the spoken or sung text and/or music within the worship service by use of visual display, as enhancement for the words as they come to life through movement and drama. It invites us to respond to God with our whole being and show thanksgiving through dance.
Precious Lambs Mime Ministry
Purpose: Ministry Involving Movements and Expressions. To give boys ages 5-12 an experience to depict God’s Word, God’s Will, and life’s struggles through movement.
Description: The Mime Ministry is a group of young boys who have a passionate desire to bring glory and honor to Jesus Christ and ministering to the church with anointing, creativity, and excellence through the art form of mime.
Children Door Greeters
Purpose: To welcome people warmly upon their arrival at the sanctuary doors and to direct people to needed locations throughout the church.
Description: The children greeters are responsible for ensuring that every person entering the church is greeted warmly and that visitors are offered assistance so that everyone feels important and welcome. Open church doors and assist the handicapped/elderly people into the church. Children greeters will be asked to serve during special events, if needed. Door greeters are outgoing people who have a heart for serving God and others.
Scouts
Girl Scout and Boy Scout Troops are also housed at the church.