Children

WHY DO WE DO WHAT WE DO
Our children's ministry is based on this scripture found in Mark 9:35-37 where Jesus is speaking to the twelve disciples:  "He took a little child and had him stand among them.  Taking him in his arms, he said to them, "Whoever welcomes one of these little children in my name welcomes me; and whoever welcomes me does not welcome me, but the one who sent me".  We hope each family feels this welcoming attitude of Jesus each week when you enter Clarkston Community Church.

FAQ's
Do you have requirements for your volunteers?
Each volunteer in the children's ministry must complete:
 

• The Newcomer Class which strengthens members in our church's ministries, how to grow in spiritual maturity, and how to develop their spiritual gifts.
• Must be a member for at least 6 months after attending the Newcomer Class.
• A risk management screening process which includes a written application, background check, personal references and a personal interview with our pastoral staff.
• A Standards of Leadership form requiring consistent church attendance and Bible-base beliefs.

Are parents required to being snacks for their children?  We supply healthy snacks.  All parent forms are checked for special allergy needs and volunteers are made aware of these requirements.

NURSERY
Nursery is provided during both the 9:15 and 11:00 Sunday services.  When you enter our Connection Center(gym/fellowship area) a greeter at the nursery check-in will help you sign in your little ones and direct you to the childcare area.

• We have individual rooms in the 400 wing for each age group:  babies, walkers/toddlers and 3s/4s.
• A separate napping room is available as well as a nursing mothers'  room with a TV to watch and hear the worship service.
• The nursery is well supervised by adults who love children.  Puzzles, toys, bible story books, and one-on-one play are just a few of the forms of interaction between the children and caregivers in the babies and walker/toddler area. We also have a structured lesson and music time for the toddlers. 
• The 3s and 4s are provided with a wonderful learning environment.  Music, crafts, and Bible stories help our young members become part of our community of faith.  The children in this area use the Group's hands-on curriculum.

• Children can be signed in at the check-in table located directly inside the Connection Center (gym)doors.
• Activities begin in the Worship Center with age groups sitting together and then dismissed for games and classes.
• Pick up of children is in the Connection Center (gym) immediately after class.

ALL STARS FOR JESUS MISSION STATEMENT:
What does All Stars stand for?
Share Christ with the children of our community.
Team them with other Christians.
Advance them in their spiritual maturity.
Recognize their spiritual gifts in the body of Christ.
Surrender their lives to serving Jesus as their personal Savior.

All Stars for Jesus curriculum is designed to meet the needs of children by providing a well-balanced program of personal involvement, team effort, leadership training and sound Bible-based teaching. 
In All Stars for Jesus, children learn:

•  How to have a personal relationship with God.
• Are encouraged to grow spiritually using Bible tools and a wide variety of activities and projects.
• Have opportunites to learn and practice responsibilities and leadership.
• Take part in a program that is enjoyable and appealing to their interests.
• Earn awards for their Bible-based achievements and projects.

KIDS FOR CHRIST CHOIR

 

Children, grades Kindergarten through Fifth, meet in the The Worship Center on Wednesday nights (Sept.-Apr.) from 6:00 to 6:45 PM for Kids For Christ Choir.  Energetic choir leaders prepare the children to sing every other month in both morning worship services.  Also the choir presents a fantastic year-end musical for the whole family to enjoy.

SECURITY GUIDELINES

• All children, Nursery through Fifth Grade are required to be signed in by their parent or guardian.
• All volunteers are required to wear security tags.
• Children in the nursery area will only be released when security tags are matched and returned.
• All workers serve children in teams of no less than two.
• All workers in Children's Ministries are screened through a risk management process before working with children.  This process includes a written application, background check, personal references  and a personal interview with our pastoral staff.

We want both you and your children to know Clarkston Community Church is a safe and secure place for families to worship and learn about the love of Jesus. 

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