Sunday School

Sunday School meets from 9:45 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. in the following classes:

• Ages Toddlers and Two's - meet in the Activity Room downstairs
  
• Ages 3, 4, and 5 - meet in the pre-K classroom downstairs
  
• Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd Grades meet upstairs in the first classroom
  
• 3rd, 4th, and 5th Grades meet upstairs in the second classroom

Program Activities

First Wed. Kids - Kids ages Kindergarten through 5th meet on the first Wednesday of the month from 5:30 - 7 p.m. We have been focusing on local and world mission projects this year. Dinner is included. Bring a Friend!

Parents' Nite Out
Childcare provided for kids ages 6 weeks to 5th grade for the nominal fee of $5 (with pizza dinner) or $3 (no pizza). This night out will be offered 4 times per year, in October, December, February, and April. Hours: 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Worship Care

Children are always welcome in worship, but childcare is available during the worship services from 8:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. for infants and children through Kindergarten. Our professional staff provides a loving environment for children to play enjoy one another in the nursery and activity rooms.

Camps

KidQuake - we will be attending this year's KidQuake weekend camp at Camp Gilmont from April 17 - 19th.

Summer Camp - Applications for Presbytery summer camps available in the office. Save money if you pay in full by April 1st. Scholarship applications due by May 1st. There are a variety of camps for ages 7 to 16.

Music

Youth Bell Choir - for 4th Grade and up. Meets in the bell rehearsal room of the Fellowship Building on Wednesdays at 4 p.m. Join the Fun! For more on Music, click on the quick link.

VBS

VBS 2010: Galactic Blast -- will be held June 14 - 18, 2010
9:00 a.m. - Noon. Ages 3 yrs to 5th grade will have a BLAST learning about God.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where are the Nursery and Preschool Children on Sunday mornings?
There are two adjacent rooms downstairs in the main building which are the nursery and activity rooms. You may access these rooms from the new atrium or the old double-door entrance.

How do you keep my child safe?
First Presbyterian Church has a child protection policy. All paid nursery staff and all volunteer teachers or event sponsors complete a Information Form and have a national background check completed. They also receive training.

How will you contact me if my nursery or preschool age child needs me? The head ushers at both services have a two-way radio which the nursery director can use to contact parents during services.

Where are the Elementary Children on Sunday mornings?
Kindergarten through 5th graders are upstairs in classrooms during the Sunday School hour

Will my child have the same teacher each week?
Yes. Children often develop long lasting relationships with their teachers. During the summer months assigned substitute teachers provide a break so that teachers can seek enrichment and re-charge their batteries.

How do you keep parents involved in their child’s experience at church? All children will have their materials from Sunday School. These materials are part of the curriculum and can be used to review what your child learned during the class. In addition, the craft project provides a great way to engage your child.
Children’s Ministry sends out mailings about upcoming events including the church newsletter each month. Information is also updated on the website calendar and in the weekly worship bulletins. Families are also encouraged to provide an email address where updates can be sent.

How do children participate in Worship?
All children are invited to participate in worship. Both in the Fellowship Building and Sanctuary, children will find Worship folders with children’s activity sheets and crayons Children also regularly participate in worship when choirs sing and for special occasions.

How can I volunteer?
First Presbyterian Church is very fortunate to have many outstanding and committed teachers and volunteers. If you are interested, the children’s ministry would like to visit with you. For more information, contact Amy Hoffman.