Children's Ministries
Vacation Bible School... Register Now!
Welcome to Kingdom Rock: Where Kids Stand Strong for God
Each day, kids participate in small groups, called Crews, and discover what it means to stand strong for God! Not only will they experience epic Bible adventures but they’ll also watch for God in everyday life through something called God Sightings™. You and your kids will discover that God is active in our lives and that his fingerprints are everywhere!
Kingdom Rock is filled with unforgettable Bible-learning experiences. Kids will see, hear, touch, and even taste! All-new Imagination Station activities will give kids the royal treatment! Plus, team-building games, cool Bible songs, and tasty treats keep everyone on the move.
Please register your children according to the grade they will be ENTERING in fall 2013.
Children MUST be four years old to begin VBS.
Our kids particpate in mission projects by bringing money for a special mission emphasis, and by donating items for local missions. Our 5th & 6th graders do hands on mission projects instead of regular VBS. The 5th & 6th graders will deliver the requested items. You will receive this information in your confirmation letter which you will receive by email about two weeks prior to the start of VBS.
For more information and to register on-line, click HERE.
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Summer Camps 2013
Church Camp means fun, faith and friends for children, youth, and adults of all ages. Events range from family camp to horse camp, canoeing to stargazing, sports to praise at our East Ohio Camps. SCROLL DOWN to the *Other Programs section for more information.
* Sunday Morning's
Nursery available during all Sunday School times.
8:30 am – Nursery – for children birth – age 2 (if not potty trained)
Preschool class – Noah’s Ark room, for children ages 2 (if potty trained)-5 (not yet in kindergarten)
9:30 – Nursery – for children birth – age 2
Early Childhood classes:
Classes are based on the child’s birthdate as of 9/30/10.
Children will stay in this room until late August.
Two year olds (if potty trained) -Three year olds – Crayola room
Four year olds & Five year olds (not in kindergarten) – Noah’s Ark room
11:00 – Nursery – for children birth – age 2 (if not potty trained)
Early Childhood classes:
Two years old (if potty trained)- Five year olds (not in kindergarten) – Noah’s Ark room
Our preschool curriculum focuses on one key truth all month long. It engages the five senses, and helps children master the concept through creative activities. The goal is to help children believe: 1) God Made Me, 2) God Loves me, and 3) Jesus wants to be my Friend Forever. This curriculum encourages children to talk to God any time, any place. It also provides parents with ideas for conversation with their child at home.
We have a pager system in the nursery and it is available to any parent of an early childhood student.
Please ask any nursery worker for assistance.
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9:30 & 11:00 Elementary Children
Our elementary program is for children from kindergarten through 4th grade. Our curriculum is built around three Basic truths every child should embrace according to what Jesus modeled in Luke 2:52: “And Jesus grew in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and men.” The three basic truths are: 1) I need to make the wise choice, 2) I can trust God no matter what, and 3) I should treat others the way I want to be treated. Each month, the Bible stories introduce a core virtue (such as wisdom, kindness, etc.) and a memory verse. Each week, children will bring home suggestions for devotions and ideas for conversation with parents at home. Elementary classes meet downstairs in our children’s wing.
5th & 6th grade class
The students participate in their own unique class that focuses on middle school classroom concerns and interests from a Biblical viewpoint. This class meets at both 9:30 & 11:00 a.m.
Between 9:30 & 11:00 worship
Cherub Choir - for children from ages 3 through kindergarten, meets in the Children Around the World room each week from 10:30-10:50 a.m. Kelly Summers, director.
* Other Programs!
Bible Class for Third Graders
Every September, third graders receive Bibles from our church. A class for third graders on how to use their Bibles will be offered.
Child Care Center
Offers both child care and preschool for children 2 ½ (if potty trained) through age 5, and after-school care (during the school year only) for children in grades 1-5. Center is open from 6:30 am until 6:00 pm. Registrations for church members take place in January. Contact Lisa Wright for more information. Or click here to visit the Childcare website.
United Methodist Camps / Church of the Lakes -- 2013 Registration Instructions
1. Complete paper registration form OR register online at www.EastOhioCamps.org.
2. Pay just the deposit or the whole amount – minus the scholarship help provided by Church of the Lakes, and any discounts for which you qualify according to the registration form. We’ll provide $100 ($50 from the church and $50 from Lil’ Lambs) per child of a member or regular attender if the child is attending a full-week camp (one full week-camp per child). If you don’t want assistance, pay the deposit or entire amount.
3. We are in the Tuscarawas district and our appointment number is: 03170.
4. Register your child according to the grade they will enter in the fall of 2013.
There will be a camp bulletin board across from Pastor Janet’s office to list which camp your child attends. Check this list for other possible campers with which to carpool.
** Do not worry if you receive a bill that still lists the amount our church will pay. Church of the Lakes will take care of it. Questions? Contact Pastor Janet at 330-499-8972 or at janet@churchofthelakes.org.
Vacation Bible School
For children ages 4 (if 4 by the time VBS starts AND potty trained) through children entering 6th grade. We offer both morning and evening programs in late June. Click HERE for more information and to register on-line.
Created by God
A comprehensive faith-based study for middle school youth. This study provides information on anatomy, attitudes, relationships, reproduction, and abstinence until marriage. This study is held over a weekend in the spring.
Wonderful Opportunity Wednesdays
During the early fall months. Children K thu 4th. Bible study, Dinner, and LOT's of FUN! Visit the WOW Website for dates, forms, and information.