Youth Ministries

Jesus said, "Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them,

for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these."

Matthew 19:14.

Nursery

Located in the northwest corner of the lower level

A nursery is available during the morning worship service for infants and toddlers. There is not a cut off age for nursery, but generally children start sitting with their family during the church service between ages 2 and 4. The nursery is staffed by adults as well as young adults. Please ask for directions if you have any questions on the location.

There is also a cry room at the back of the sanctuary if you prefer to keep children of all ages with you during the service. We welcome children joining in the worship of God with us!

Children's Message

Sunday morning during the worship service

The morning service offers an opportunity for children to actively participate in worship. Children from approximately age 3-10 are encouraged to come to the front of the sanctuary for a short children's message. The message is an age-appropriate version of the main message presented by the pastor later in the service. This encourages both young and old to hear and apply the Word to their lives.

Sunday School

Sunday morning after the church service

Sunday school is available for children ages 3 through 4th grade September -April. Children hear the gospel and sing songs together.

Catechism

Sunday morning after the church service

Catechism classes are held for 5th through 12th grade September- April and are taught by the elders and adult leaders.

GEMS

First and third Wednesday, September- April

Girls Everywhere Meet the Savior (GEMS) is a club for 4th-8th grade girls that is held with our partner church Immanual CRC. The club is part of a national organization that seeks to equip girls and women to live radically faithful lives for Christ and also teaches girls useful skills for living and working in God's world.

Learn more about GEMS.

Cadets

First and third Wednesday, September- April

Cadets is a club for 4th-8th grade boys held with our partner church Immanual CRC. Boys discover how the Lord is at work in their lives as well as useful skills for living and working in God's world.

Learn more about Cadets.

First CRC and Immanual CRC partner together every August for Kids Fest, a vacation Bible school with themed activities for 1st-3rd graders and 4th-6th graders. All are welcome.

Annually in August

Youth Group

Twice per month, various days and times

High school students gather approximately twice per month during the school year for Bible study, food, social activities and service projects.