The Children's Ministry Hour is held September through May from 9:40 am to 10:35 am. See the Children's Ministry Calendar--> In case of inclement weather, announcements will be made on radio and TV. Children age 3 as of September 1 through grade 6 are welcome. Our goal for each child attending the Children’s Ministry program is to learn about and experience the love of our Lord Jesus Christ, and acquire knowledge of the Bible through a variety of learning experiences. Children are encouraged to participate in all church and Children’s Ministry activities. We believe it requires a joint effort between teaching staff and parents to educate a child in the church. Teachers provide a foundation in the classroom, yet It is when the lessons are discussed, modeled and reinforced in the home that the real learning takes place. We encourage you to make discussing the Children’s Ministry materials brought home by your child a special event in your home. To register your child or to sign up to help, click here-->
Educational activities for age 3 through grade 6 -->
Memory Work. Grades 1-6 have one special memorization work or Bible skill they need to learn during the year. We encourage you to help your child with their memory work. Although teachers can review memory work with them, they need your time and help to truly learn it. They will be tested and awards will be given in the spring. The 1st and 2nd grade students lead the congregation in The Lord’s Prayer and Apostles’ Creed in the spring.
Grade 1: The Lord's Prayer
Grade 2: The Apostle's Creed
Grade 3: Bible Skills*--Taught at church but at-home work with verses and books of the Bible recommended.
Grade 4: Books of the New Testament
Grade 5: The Ten Commandments
Grade 6: Books of the Old Testament
Calvary's Confirmation Program begins in 3rd grade with First Communion and culminates with Affirmation of Faith in 10th grade. Confirmation education begins in 3rd grade and culminates with Affirmation of Faith in 10th grade. Those in 3rd grade receive First Communion instruction. 4th graders complete a study of the book of Mark, 6th graders attend a retreat focusing on Baptism and 7th graders attend a retreat focusing on the Lord's Prayer. Grades 8 and 9 meet every Wednesday October-April in small groups led by adult Group Guides. God may be calling you to be a Guide! Talk to Pastor or the Youth Director if this is of interest to you.