Welcome to the Children's Ministry at Castleview!
Your children matter to you, to God and to us. Our team of volunteer children's workers serve faithfully each week in order that your child will be instructed in the teachings of the Bible, learn in an environment of love and acceptance, and be challenged to live and serve God at home and in their neighborhood. It is our goal for each child to experience a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, grow in undertanding God's love and to share the Gospel with others. All of our instruction is done at your child's level of comprehension and development. Our teaching is learner-centered and designed to involve the child in the process. Each week your child will be exposed to a variety of learning experiences including drama, music, puppets, and individual attention. Lessons are reinforced in many ways, all with the goal of your child understanding Biblical truth appropriate for his/her age.
Castleview offers the following children centered programs:
AWANA
From September to May, our AWANA Club meets every Wednesday evening beginning at 6:15pm in the Family Life Center.
Vacation Bible School
Vacation Bible School (VBS) takes place during one week in the Summer. VBS is a chance for your child to learn more about the Bible while participating in crafts, games, and skits. Check back for details on VBS 2012.
Sunday Morning Bible Classes
Sunday School: 9:00am
Children's Church: 10:30am (birth through Kindergarten)
Our Sunday Morning Bible Classes for birth through 6th grade cover the Children's Desiring God curriculum from Desiring God Ministries.
Parents' Corner of Recommended Resources
Wonderful parenting/family website: ChristianParentingToday.com
"Leading Little Ones to God" by Marian M. Schoolland
"The New Bible in Pictures for Little Eyes" by Kenneth N. Taylor
"Shepherding a Child's Heart" by Tedd Trip
"Gospel Light's Family Bible Time Storybook"
Comments: Excellent bedtime devotional that shares 104 Old and New Testament Bible stories in a way that they come alive. Interactive format helps kids to process and apply Bible truths while helping families to grow spiritually strong.
"Parents' Guide to the Spiritual Growth of Children (Helping Your Child Develop a Personal Faith)", John Trent
Comments: Great overall ideas for building a spiritual legacy in our families. Topics include: Laying the Foundation, Teachable Moments, Developing Christian values from birth to adolescence, and much more.