Medford First Church of the Nazarene

A Note to Parents
Our desire is to support you in your parenting efforts by ministering to your children. We want to guide them into a personal relationship with Christ by modeling Christ, faithfully teaching God's Word, and nurturing them in God's love. We want to communicate the love of God to children by:

Providing a safe, accepting environment where all children feel loved and valued.
Being a partner with you in the spiritual nurturing of your son or daughter.
Providing caring, quality teachers whose lives model the lessons they teach.
Reaching out to children in God's love and teaching them God's truth.
Building a strong biblical foundation in an exciting, experiential, and relevant way.
Helping them gain a Christian perspective as they work through issues they face at home, at school, and with friends.
Encouraging a heart to minister and providing opportunities to use their gifts in ministry to others.

We want to make a difference in the lives of children by reaching out in effective and creative ways that communicate the love of God. At First Church, they'll feel welcomed and loved. It is a privilege to provide the variety of ministries we have, as an encouragement for children to draw close to the Savior.

Children's Life Groups
Children's Life Group Classes are offered for children ages 4 through 6th grade each Sunday morning. Our first session is for children 1st through 6th grade and starts at 8:30 a.m. The second session is for children ages 4 through kindergarten and starts at 10:30 a.m. Children are grouped by grade/age levels and meet in smaller classrooms. Life Groups provide a small group environment with a focus on Bible study, Scripture memorization, life application and building relationships. The lessons are designed to reinforce the values of the home, help children know Jesus, and guide them in daily living and growth in spiritual development.

Children's Summer Camp
Each summer we have children's camps at our Nazarene District Campgrounds. These camps are the highlight of the year for many children. They enjoy a great week of fun and exciting activities and experience God in a unique atmosphere away from home. While at camp, they build friendships that last a lifetime.

Sunday Mornings for Grades 1 – 6
Sunday School – 8:30 a.m.- Ministry Center, 2nd Floor
Kidz Church – 10:30 a.m. - Ministry Center, 2nd Floor

Sunday School is a chance for children, grades 1 - 6, to worship God, learn basic Bible truths, and meet with children in their own grade level. We have a large group time and then divide into grade level classes. Each class has approximately 10 children meeting with a teacher to discuss the lesson of the day.

Wednesday Night Adventures with Pastor Chris Sixkiller
Wednesday Nights are a fun filled night for kids 1st through 6th grades. We have a night full of exciting props, dramatizations, acting, games, and whatever else it takes to make God’s Word real and relevant.

Fall Quarter Programs
"People of Faith" - November & December

Coming in Spring 2011 - Horse Sense
In our "Horse Sense" curriculum, our kids will not only experience Christ's love for them, but they will also experience what it means to be completely broken. Kids will be shown how Christ can, and will, use tthem to share and spread His Word.

Check-in Update for All Children
Check in times are 8:15 & 10:15 a.m. on Sunday, and 6:15 p.m. on Wednesday
Infants through Grade K check-in: In their classrooms
Grades 1 – 6 check-in: 2nd Floor – Children’s Ministry Floor at the Ministry Center

Saturday Night
For Grades 1 - 6, 6:00 p.m. - Ministry Center, 2nd Floor

Birthday Celebrations with Pastor Paul
First Sunday of each month - 10:00 a.m., at the Toast Bar

Kidz of the Kingdom Choir
10:00 - 11:00 a.m., Gym
Grades 1 - 6

Kidz Quizzing
8:30 - 10:00 a.m.
Ministry Center, 2nd Floor
Grades 3 - 6

Children’s New Missionary Books
Great reading for your child!! Check books out from the children's library area, Ministry Center, 2nd floor, on Sunday mornings. Remember to turn in your bookmark, with a parent signature, for a prize!! If your child doesn’t read? No problem. A parent or older sibling can read to them and still get credit. Please remember to turn in your bookmark, with a parent signature, at the Mission Booth for a prize.

World Mission Offering Cards for Kids
Our kids have an opportunity to be a part of our Mission’s Giving and Support by picking up a World Mission Offering card and filling it up with quarter. Return your filled card to the Mission’s Booth for a special prize. This is an on-going activity!