Posts with the category “children”

Have you ever watched a child create a piece of art? The colors swirl, the shapes take form, and with every brushstroke or pencil mark, their imagination comes to life. Sometimes, they may doubt their creation, but with encouragement, they begin to see its beauty.This is exactly how God sees us—His masterpiece in the making!This May, Kids Club is launching a brand-new series, Masterpiece in the Ma...  Read More

As part of our Lenten Love: Nourishing the Hungry mission, our Children’s Ministry (Kids Club) led a special Lent project to bless the Food Pantry of Green Cove Springs. The kids collected much-needed items like peanut butter, canned fruits, and vegetables, and we’re excited to share that a total of 68 pounds of food was donated!The food pantry was deeply appreciative, especially as their shelves ...  Read More

Holy Week is a special time to reflect on the story of Jesus’ love and sacrifice. Families can make these powerful moments more meaningful with simple, interactive activities that engage children in each step of the journey. Here are easy-to-do family activities for Palm Sunday, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, and Easter Sunday that bring the events of Holy Week to life. On Palm Sunday, we celebrate...  Read More

This summer, get ready for an unforgettable adventure as we head north—True North, that is! Vacation Bible School 2025 is taking kids on a journey through the rugged beauty of Alaska, where glowing northern lights shine above towering mountains, racing rivers, and shimmering glaciers. But even more exciting than the scenery is the truth that will guide our path: Jesus is our True North—the one we ...  Read More

Lent is a special season leading up to Easter, inviting us to reflect on Jesus’ sacrifice, deepen our relationship with God, and prepare our hearts for the joy of the resurrection. While its themes of repentance, sacrifice, and spiritual growth may seem complex, Lent offers meaningful opportunities for children to explore their faith in a way that resonates with their experiences.Here are practica...  Read More

Thank You, Kids Club Volunteers & Staff. At Kids Club, we know that ministry is a team effort—and what an incredible team we have To each and every one of our amazing volunteers, we want to say a heartfelt thank you for the time, energy, and love you pour into this ministry. Week after week, you show up with smiles, patience, and a heart for sharing God’s love with the children. Whether you’re lea...  Read More

Lent is a special time for Christians to reflect on the life of Jesus and the path He walked in obedience and surrender, leading to the ultimate victory of the cross and resurrection. This year in Kids Club, we’re inviting children and families to journey with us in a brand-new series called “From the Wilderness to the Cross.” This eight-week series will explore key moments from the Gospel of Luke...  Read More

Prayer is a powerful way to connect with God and grow in faith as a family. It helps children understand God’s love, learn to trust Him, and practice compassion in their daily lives. By praying together, families can cultivate hearts that love God, forgive others, and serve with kindness.Here’s a simple guide for family prayer times focused on compassion, with practical tips and prayers that child...  Read More

As Valentine’s Day approaches, we often think about love—hearts, cards, and sweet treats. But what if we took time this year to think about love the way God does? In Kids Club this February, we’re starting a new series called "Constructing Compassion: Building a Heart for Others." This five-week journey will help kids discover that love is more than just a feeling; it’s the foundation for everythi...  Read More

As parents, you play a vital role in nurturing your child’s faith. The foundation you build at home can shape their understanding of God’s love, their trust in Him, and their desire to follow Jesus. Faith-building doesn’t have to be complicated—it’s about weaving God’s truth into everyday life in ways that are meaningful and natural for your family.Here are five simple and effective ways to encour...  Read More

The new year is a time for fresh starts, renewed hope, and setting new goals—and it’s no different for our Kids Club! This January, we’re launching an exciting series called "Ready, Set, Grow!"This four-week series is designed to help children understand that God offers them a fresh start every day. Through faith in Jesus, we are made new, and God continues to work in our lives to help us grow spi...  Read More

Christmas is a season of joy and celebration, but its true meaning goes much deeper. As United Methodists, we celebrate the hope and love that came into the world with the birth of Jesus. Teaching children the true meaning of Christmas helps them connect the story of Jesus with their own lives, inspiring them to love God and others.Here are creative ways to teach children the heart of Christmas:1....  Read More

As we prepare our hearts for the coming of Christ this Advent season, we invite children on a special journey through the timeless carols of Christmas. "Carols for Kids: An Advent Adventure" is a four-week series designed to help young hearts explore the true meaning of the season, connecting the joy of familiar Christmas songs with powerful Biblical truths.This series is not just for children—it’...  Read More

Want to make a meaningful difference in our church? Kids Club is seeking caring, enthusiastic volunteers to join our team! With groups for Babies and Toddlers (0-2 years), Preschool (3 years to VPK), Middles (Kindergarten - 2nd grade), and Preteens (3rd - 6th grade), there are plenty of opportunities to connect with kids of all ages from our church family. Build Meaningful ConnectionsOur Kids Club...  Read More

Welcome to our "Faithful Fall" series! In this season of gratitude and reflection, we're diving into the idea of Seasons of Prayer and discovering how we can live a life of "thanks-living" by following Jesus' example of service, prayer, and compassion for others. Here’s what we’ll be exploring together:Week 1: A Season for GodTheme: Spending time with GodScripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-9Memory Verse: “Pr...  Read More

Two years ago, Pastor Faith and I applied for a grant to start a ministry for kids with special needs.  We had a desire to to create a space that would allow families of children with special needs to feel welcome and included in the church.  We recognized that many of these families do not attend church or parents take turn attending church because they are unsure what to do with their child duri...  Read More

We hosted our quarterly Preteen Night, this past Saturday and it was a blast.  We played a variety of popcorn related games.  The kids learned to how to find books in the Bible. They unscrambled a Bible verse, completed a trivia challenge, and much more!  We finished out the night with dinner and a popcorn bar.  We also learned, that we are like popcorn kernel.  We have lots of potential and insid...  Read More

The Wesleyan Adventure of Growing in God's Love During the month of September and beginning of October, our kids will be doing their own version of the Wesleyan Rooted sermon series.  This will be a five week series to help our kids learn our core beliefs as Methodists and learn a bit about John Wesley, who was the founder of the Methodist church.   Our lessons will be based off the book Big Heart...  Read More

Something we do at Vacation Bible School every year is God Sightings. During VBS, we ask the kids to keep an eye out for ways God works in our lives and the world around us. These are called God Sightings.  Each morning during our opening we encourage the kids to share their God Sighting with their crews and we post them on the walls in the sanctuary.  So I thought I would share a few of our God S...  Read More

Today, our divers learned that God is a friend for everyone! Our aquatic explorers learned how everyone can be friends with Jesus, no matter who they are and what they've done. We don't have to do anything to earn Jesus' friendship. Friday is always a little bit smaller of a day as some families head out for the weekend, but that didn't dampen our fun! The kids also had lots of fun playing with wa...  Read More

Today, our divers learned that God is a friend forever! Our aquatic explorers learned how Jesus is a friend who will never leave us, because he died and rose again. We closed the day reflecting on how hard it can be to make new friends. But when we feel alone, our forever friend Jesus is always there for us. He has wanted to be our friend since before we were born. They did an experiment and watch...  Read More

Today, our divers learned that God is a friend we can trust! Our divers learned all about Jesus' asleep on the Sea of Galilee. One of the big take away is when we have worries in life, God can help us with them. Thanks everyone for a wonderful day 3! Today, we hadKids - 58 (10 preschoolers)Youth Volunteers - 15Adults - 25We're halfway! Keep being the light of Jesus! Our underwater adventurers also...  Read More

Today, our divers learned that God is a friend who loves! Our aquatic explorers learned about the story of Noah. They jumped into the story to learn how God shows compassion to the people of Nineveh (Jonah 1-3). They did an experiment and watched their boats move through the water, like it was magic. Today, we hadKids - 62 (11 preschool)Youth Volunteers - 14Adult Volunteers - 24Thanks to everyone ...  Read More

Today, our divers learned that God is a friend who's real! Our aquatic explorers dove in and explored the story of  Elijah. Their big take away was that God shows himself through ups and downs (1 Kings 18–19). It was a wonderful start to the week! I want to give a big you to all the volunteers that decorated last week and Sunday. It all looks AMAZING! Today, we hadKids - 60 (10 preschoolers)Youth ...  Read More

A 4-Week Series from the Genesis on JOSEPH.  As the sun sets and you nod off the sleep, an entire nighttime world awakens. Along with our dreams and slumber, the night can also mean shadows and unfamiliar sounds. Who makes us feel safe when the world is dark and scary? In this four-week series based on the life of Joseph, we’ll learn about how God watches over us and loves everyone the same. No ma...  Read More

A 4-Week Series from the Old Testament on David.  What do you do when you hear your favorite song? Turn it up, of course! While we might love blasting our favorite music, we can also learn how to turn up God’s voice in our lives. In this four-week series, kids will follow some key moments in the life of David, the famous musician, poet, and king, and they’ll learn about some of the ways David trus...  Read More

Last summer we learned that the weather here in Florida was too unpredictable for evening outdoor family activities.  So this summer we are hosting a free Summer Movie Series - with a few Friday evening and Saturday afternoon times.  This past Friday we kicked off our Summer Movie Series.  We had a blast eating popcorn, watching a movie and hanging out with friends.  If you missed it we have still...  Read More

A 5-Week Series from the Old Testament on JUDGES, RUTH, & SAMUEL .  For a lot of us, recess is one of our favorite parts of the school day. We get to play dodgeball, hopscotch, or race our friends around the play area. Recess helps us to stay active so we can grow strong, but it also gives us a chance to grow in our relationships. In this five-week series, kids will discover through the stories in...  Read More

This past Saturday, we had our quarterly Parent's Day Out.  This quarter's was themed Mad Science.  The Big Kids had fun doing different science projects - they made playdough, Elephant Toothpaste, bouncy balls and more!  ...  Read More

A 4-Week Series from the Acts on the Early Church.  Astronaut Neil Armstrong once said landing on the moon was “one small step for man.” The biggest adventures start in such a simple way — especially when it comes to space! Asteroids, distant planets, and brand new galaxies await us once we leave earth’s atmosphere. Being the first to explore such uncharted territory can be intimidating. In this f...  Read More

A 4-Week Series from the Gospels on Jesus' Teachings.  From retro toys to fashion trends, we all love a good throwback. (Especially for grown-ups because it reminds us of being young again.) There are things that remind us of a moment in time, but other things feel timeless and like they’re always in style. In this four-week series, kids will travel through the decades and see that the teachings o...  Read More

The past Saturday, we hosted our third Preteen Night.   We allowed our Preteens to vote on the theme this time and Escape Room was the overwhelming winner.  We had ten Preteen joins us for our Easter Themed Escape Room.During the event our Preteens faced with the challenge of working out cyphers independently, along with completing various solo obstacles in the challenge room. Doing a puzzle blind...  Read More

A 5-Week Series from the Gospels on Easter.  In the dark, a world of neon colors comes to life. Whether it’s the soft green of glow-in-the-dark stars or the bright colors of bioluminescent creatures, light can break through the darkness. When the world needed some light, God sent Jesus because he glows in the dark, and he can teach us how to shine with God’s light, too! In this five-week series th...  Read More

This past Saturday, we hosted our first Parent’s Day Out of the new year.  We had 12 kids from six different families.  This meant that the parents from these families were able to spend three hours child free.  We had a blast doing crafts, playing games, and learning about God‘s love.  We could not do these events without our amazing volunteers. ...  Read More

A 4-Week Series from the Gospels on Jesus' Miracles. Whether it’s a rocket car powered by soda and mints or a tornado in a water bottle, there’s so much in our world that can fill us with awe. The world of STEM is full of things that look like little miracles, but they’re nothing compared to the miracles God can perform. In this four-week series, kids will take a look at some of the miracles that...  Read More

In December 2022, we hosted our first Parent's Day Out.  It was an event loved by the kids that attended the event and their parents who were so appreciative to have a little break.  This past year, we hosted three different Parent's Day Out events in February, May and November.  Through these three events we were able to connect and serve over 15 different families - most of whom are families who...  Read More

A 4-Week Series from the Gospels on Jesus' Early Life & Ministry. What’s your dream job? Do you want to be a pilot or astronaut? A teacher or musician? There are so many incredible jobs for us to pick from! God has given each of us special talents and skills that can help us discover what we want to do. But God gives us another job, too. It’s the chance for us to follow God right now! In this fou...  Read More

This past Saturday, nine families joined us for our first Sensory Santa.  We were so excited to offer this event to our community.  Children, who would not be able to visit Santa in a traditional setting, and their families joined us for a morning of Christmas fun.  The kids were able to visit with Santa, decorate cookies, make Christmas ornaments, visit our Photo Booth, and visit our Quiet Room. ...  Read More

A 5-Week Series from the Gospels on Christmas Grab your sandals, sunblock, and swim gear because it’s time for a Christmas Vacation! We’ll be making sand angels and roasting chestnuts around an open bonfire on our tropical getaway. You’ve never experienced Christmas like this! In this five-week series, we’ll focus on the birth of Jesus and the way God had been planning things from the very beginni...  Read More

Our inaugural Preteen Ice Cream Olympics was a success Our Preteens passionately worked to complete each event, from searching for a rubber duck with their mouth in a bowl of ice cream to playing catch with a ball of ice cream.  They tackled every challenge as a team. And who knew they would be so vibrant when answering their trivia questions. I may have surprised them with my ability to answer on...  Read More