CHILDREN’S MINISTRY

The children’s ministry of Church at the Gate, Kids at the Gate, ministers to the needs of children. We are committed to the task of reaching children with the Gospel of Jesus Christ, training and supporting them in their pursuit to know God, to discover God’s purpose, and to live and experience the power of God operating through their lives.

Nursery (Birth through 23 months)
Our nursery provides a clean, warm and caring environment for each child. It is a place where children are loved, and feel secure and safe. The nursery is staffed by adults who love babies and have chosen to serve in this area of ministry. Nursery care is provided during both services for children birth through 23 months.

Toddler (2-year-olds)
Toddlers are cared for by adults who love children and demonstrate God's love in a fun environment.

Preschoolers (Ages 3, 4, 5, & K)
Preschoolers are taught biblical truths with age-appropriate lessons by adults who model God’s love to them. It is an exciting time of learning, with songs, crafts, stories, drama, and games to emphasize bible teaching.

Elementary (1st through 5^th Grade)
First- through fifth-grade children will be taught biblical principles and precepts through a variety of methods – worship, scripture memory, object lessons, stories, games and life applications. Children are introduced to Jesus Christ in an exciting, fun and energetic way.

Kids Blast (Age 4 through 5^th Grade)
Kids Blast meets together for Bible learning and scripture training through the Bible Blast™ program. It is a motivational, parent-driven, rewards-based program that has a unique blend of Bible reading and memory work. Each week the children are quizzed on scripture passages they have read at thome the previous week as a family, and they take part in Bible learning activities. In addition, Kids Blast has an excellent memory program with lots of incentives for memorization.

2011-2012 Kids Blast Information & Calendar

Many special events are offered throughout the year. Updates will be posted here.

• Christmas Drawing Activity (zip file of all 30 drawing sheets)
• Children’s Christmas Program
• Summer Outreach Program
• Kids Camp Information
• Halloween Alternative