Children's Ministry

First Southern Baptist Church of Avondale 1001 N. Central Avenue / Avondale, AZ 85323 623-932-2723 Jesus Centered, Bible Focused, Prayer Powered
	Children’s Ministries (Birth – Sixth Grade) FSBCA Children's Ministries exist to PARTNER with families to REACH and TEACH children through the love of JESUS! Our Ministries are: Jesus Centered. Our ministries are centered on the saving grace of Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. Bible Focused. Our ministries are based on the teaching and principles of the Bible as God’s inspired word. Prayer Powered. Our ministries are supported and empowered through the Holy Spirit with prayer. Fun/Child Targeted. Our ministries intentionally target children’s spiritual needs in a way that is fun, exciting, and life-long. Relevant. Our ministries are relevant to the needs of children where they are, in relation to their family, their church, their school, and their environment. Relational. Our ministries encourage positive peer relationships, as well as, relationships with adults who will lead and guide them. Safe. Our ministries have children’s safety and well being- physically, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually as a priority. Links Volunteer Opportunities Volunteer Application	Bible Study On Sunday mornings at 9:45 am, our children learn biblical truths through games, activities, songs, play and Bible Study in a fun and age appropriate classroom. We also have a class at 11:00 am for those coming to our 9:45 worship service. DiscipleCare We offer quality care for children birth to pre-kindergarten during all of our worship services on Sunday mornings and for birth to 2 years on Sunday evenings, Wednesday evenings, and other special events. Advanced Bible Courses On Sunday evenings at 6:00 pm 3 year olds- Kindergarten and first-sixth graders participate in learning about missions, being involved in prayer, sharing our faith and Bible study through TeamKid/Mission Friends/Bible Drill. Preschool and Children's Choirs On Wednesday evenings at 6:30 pm we have a choir for our preschoolers and our children where they begin learning music theory in addition to praising God through song and Bible instruction. They are involved in musicals as well as Christmas presentations. Basketball We have a co-ed basketball league for grades 1-6. All kids at every skill level are welcome to play. Our fall league runs from Sep 7 - Nov 9 and it costs only $20.00 per child. Sign up! Kids Camp We plan an annual trip “out of town” each year during Spring Break to focus on a child-centered worship and Bible study, and friendship building experience for children in first-sixth grade. The dates for 2013 are March 17-20. Vacation Bible School Through every twist, turn, and dive, Colossal Coaster World will challenge kids to face their fears and trust God. With excitement around every curve, kids learn that God has given them a spirit of power, love, and sound judgment. This VBS is the ultimate ride. Join us June 10-16 starting at 6:00 pm each night! Music Camp This week long event (July 22-26, 2013) will start at 9:00 am each morning and last until noon. Children in first-sixth grade will get the opportunity to learn, practice, and perform a musical. There will be drama, music, choreography and fun, and a final performance on Sunday night, July 28! Fall Festival Families and kids of all ages will enjoy our annual carnival style event where families can safely come for food, candy, games, and more on October 27, 2013.