Kids

Services

8:30 am (Organ) or 10:30 am (Worship Team)

First Kids

Welcome to First Kids Ministry! We invite your children to embark on a journey of faith and fun through Sunday School, GEMS (Girls Everywhere Meeting Their Savior), Cadets, Children's Church (Ages 3-5), Nursery, and Vacation Bible School.

For more information regarding these ministries, contact Jill Smith, Director of Children's Ministries at jill@firstchristianreformed.org

Nursery (Newborn-3 yrs)

First CRC offers an infant and toddler nursery to provide a safe ad secure environment while parents are in worship.  Children also also develop social and play skills within the scope of God's Loving Hand. Our nursery entrance located off the Fellowship hall.

Children's Church

Children's Church is a tailored worship experience for our youngest members during both morning services. It is offered for ages 3-5 and lasts for the duration of each morning service with playtime, group music time, and a Biblical lesson- located in the basement.

Vacation Bible School

Vacation Bible School provides an exciting, fun filled, Bible-based experience all kids love! Kids discover God through worship, Bible time, theatre, games, crafts and Snacks.  Each year has a different theme that has a different Bible point and helps kids apply Bible truths to everyday life.

Sunday School (k-8th)

Sunday School teaches children about Jesus and how God's Word can be applied to their lives.  We want our children to grow more like Jesus, know God's truth and become fully committed followers of Christ.


Meets: Between services from 9:45am-10:15am on Sunday morning during ministry season

GEMS (Girls, 2nd-8th)

GEMS (Girls Everywhere Meeting the Savior) will build friendships and grow in faith through exciting programs every 2nd and 4th Wednesday evening. During this unique opportunity, adult females will mentor girls while participating in group events and learning new skills. GEMS includes a time of praise and worship, devotion and bookwork time, and fun activities like baking, community outreach, crafts, floral arranging and service projects.

Meets: 2nd & 4th Wednesdays of the Month, 6:30-8:30pm

Cadets (Boys, 3rd-8th)

Cadets Boys Club provides a ministry program that effectively shares Christ's love with boys from the church and community. The goal of Cadets is to help boys grow spiritually in all areas of life including devotional, mental, physical, and social.  


Meets: 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of the Month, 6:30-8:30pm

junior high Ministries

Junior High Ministries is our middle school youth group. It was created for kids in 7th and 8th grade as a place to have fun and burn off some steam with interactive games and off campus activities while also building faith and answering questions through organized talks and mentoring.

Meets: Every other Sunday on the 2nd and 4th Sunday at 6:15 p.m. in the gym.

First Time Here?

Here is what to expect when your kids visit for the first time:
We have a specific check-in area just for kids located:

-In the Nursery Area for Birth-3 years

-In the Basement for Children's Church, Sunday School GEMS and Cadets.

CHECKING IN FOR THE FIRST TIME:

We will ask for the following personal information (NOTE: We value your privacy and will not share this information with anyone):

  • Parent/guardian name(s)
  • Child's Name
  • Child's Birthdate
  • Home Address
  • Phone Number
  • Any special instructions (allergies, medical needs, etc)

Check-In Instructions

  • Please check your child in every time you attend a worship service or other event (Sunday School, GEMS, Cadets, Children's Church).
  • After the initial registration, you will be able to walk up to an iPad and enter your phone number. A nametag will be printed out for your child.
  • In the nursery, an attendant will be available to check in your child, print a name tag, and give you a pager. If you are needed for anything during the service, your pager will buzz, letting you know to head back to the nursery.
  • After the service, return your pager and return to the nursery to pick up your child. If they are in Children's Church in the basement, you may pick up your child directly from the classroom.

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