Children's Ministry at Nazareth
Our mission is to equip and encourage children to claim, express, and affirm their faith and grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ.
Did you know . . . ?
Nearly half of all Americans who accept Jesus Christ as their savior do so before reaching the age of 13.
The primary window of opportunity for effectively reaching people with the good news of Jesus’ death and resurrection is during the pre-teen years.
People who become Christian before their teen years are more likely than those who are converted when older to remain "absolutely committed" to Christianity. (Research from The Barna Group’s report on evangelism, October 2004)
At Nazareth, we understand that a person’s religious beliefs and moral behavior take root during the childhood years. That’s why we work hard to create "good soil" for the children in our church, giving them a rich, nurturing environment where they can learn about God and grow in their faith.
Our Children’s Ministry programs and activities are specifically designed to:
• Reach children at their level of understanding in a creative, age-appropriate manner
• Enhance the spiritual learning of children by teaching biblical truths
• Lead children to a loving relationship with Jesus
•Teach children about their responsibility to share the love of Jesus with their family, community, and the world
Learning About Jesus is Fun!
The best thing about our Children’s Ministry programs is that they’re fun! Children learn about the Bible through drama, music, crafts, and singing. Energetic, kid-friendly activities engage children in the joy of worshiping God. They’ll be eager to return - and bring their friends!
Keeping Our Children Safe
Background checks are performed on all staff members and volunteers who work with children. Safety rules and procedures are also in place for all Children’s Ministry events.
Weekly Events for Children - 3 Years Old through 6th Grade
No Kidz ROCK! on March 14 or 21, 2010
No Kidz WOW or JUMP 56 on March 17, 2010
Kidz ROCK! (Children’s Sunday School)
3-years-old - 6th Grade
9:50 – 10:50 a.m. every Sunday morning
Kidz ROCK! features two age-appropriate Large Group Meeting areas within the church starting at 9:50 a.m. every Sunday. During this time, kids and volunteers worship together and hear the daily teaching through story telling, video, and/or drama presentations. They then break into small groups for kid-relevant relationship building and discussion.
KidzWOW! (Worship on Wednesdays)
Wednesdays at 6:00 p.m. - Kindergarten-4th Grade
JUMP 56
Wednesdays at 6:00 p.m. - 5th and 6th Grade
Jump 56 (Jesus Use Me Please) is our program for 5th and 6th graders. Students learn what spiritual gifts are, which spiritual gifts they have been given, and how they can use their gifts to honor God.
Eat and Greet Meals (Ended November 18 - Resume January 13, 2010)
Wednesdays from 5:00 - 5:45 p.m. in Fellowship Hall
(during the school year; not offered during Lent)
* $4.00 per person/$12 maximum per family
* Enjoy a delicious family meal before the night’s activities
* Pre-registration required. Sign up at the Information Desk in Fellowship Hall on Sunday or email Pat Dove at pat.dove@naz.org before Tuesday at Noon.
Special Events
Vacation Bible School
3 years through 6th grade (based on grade child will enter in the fall)
Sunday - Thursday nights • 6:00-8:30 p.m.
June 13-17, 2010
Meal served at 5:00 p.m.
An average of 300 children attend VBS at Nazareth each year! More than 175 volunteers use exciting, creative ways to teach children about Jesus. Crafts, snacks, music, mission activities, games, and special, high-energy worship services just for kids make VBS a can’t-miss summer event! Following the close of VBS on Thursday night, children and their families are invited to a pool party at the Cedar Falls Aquatic Center.
Special Events - Dates To Be Announced
Family Fun Nights
Dinner, games, and a movie means fun for the whole family
5th - 6th Grade Lock In
Spend a fun-filled night at the church
Christmas Caroling
Families sing carols at the homes of Nazareth members
For Our Youngest Members
Nazareth Nursery
Our Nursery Ministry is designed to serve parents and the smallest children of Nazareth by offering a safe, nurturing, and Christ-centered Nursery for infants and toddlers. Two age-appropriate rooms are available: • Nursery – Birth thru Crawlers
• Room 112 – Walkers thru Talkers(up to 36 months)
• Each room has screened and trained staff and volunteers
Kids age 3 and up may join Kidz ROCK! or borrow an activity bag for church.
For more information about Children's Ministry programs at Nazareth, contact
Kim Hansen, Director of Children's Ministry
kim.hansen@naz.org
Jenny Nelson, Assistant Director of Children's Ministry
jenny.nelson@naz.org
Kristina McBurney, Student Ministry Secretary
266-7589 ext 75 or kristina.mcburney@naz.org