Children
Children
It's our joy to come alongside parents, encouraging and equipping them to bring up their children in the discipline and instruction of the Lord (Ephesians 6:4). Our children's ministries provide a safe, fun environment where we teach God's Word; declaring His glory to the next generation. In 2 Timothy 3:15, Paul commends Timothy: "...from childhood you have known the sacred writings which are able to give you the wisdom that leads to salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus". This is our hope for each child at Countryside.
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Holiday Volunteers Needed
Christmas Concert Childcare: Volunteers are needed to serve in our nursery classes during the Christmas concerts on December 14 and 15.
Sunday School: Volunteers are needed to serve as shepherds in our preschool and kindergarten classes during the morning services on December 22 and 29 as we give our regular preschool Sunday school volunteers a well-deserved Christmas break.
Christmas Eve Services: Volunteers are needed to serve in our nursery classes during both Christmas Eve services on December 24.
If you have questions, contact Joe Hayhurst.
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Awana Volunteers
Opportunities are available for adult and high school youth to volunteer with our Awana clubs on Sunday evening during the school year.
All volunteers must be approved to work with children. To learn more about our child protection policy or to apply to work with children, please visit the child protection page of our website.
If you have questions, contact Julie Speers.
Volunteer Needs
All volunteers must be approved to work with children. To learn more about our child protection policy or to apply to work with children, please visit the child protection page of our website.
If you have questions, contact Julie Speers.
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Nursery Volunteers
We need volunteers to serve with infants and toddlers on Sunday Morning during all services, on Sunday evening, and on Wednesday evening.
All volunteers must be approved to work with children. To learn more about our child protection policy or to apply to work with children, please visit the child protection page of our website.
If you have questions, contact Jennifer Stonecipher.
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Children's Sunday School Volunteers
We need additional adult volunteers to serve full-time or as substitutes in preschool and elementary classes beginning September 1st.
As a Sunday school volunteer you will have many opportunities minister the gospel to kids and model the love of Christ. Our goal is to glorify God by putting Christ on display in each and every activity and lesson. We would love to have your help!
Children's Ministries
Awana
Awana is a fun, high-energy club where kids study and memorize Scripture, play team games, and enjoy special activities throughout the school year. Awana clubs celebrate the gospel of Christ, with a particular emphasis on Scripture memorization. Our Awana clubs for kids age 3 – 5th grade meet on Sunday evenings from 5:50–7:30 during the school year.
For information about service opportunities, contact Rick Ramos.
Children's Choirs
Our children’s choirs meet during the school year from 7:00–8:30 pm on the Wednesday night of Home Fellowship weeks, typically twice a month. We emphasize a mix of favorite hymns and choruses, along with fun Scripture songs for Bible memorization. The choirs perform twice a year in the main worship services.
To volunteer with Shouts of Joy (Kindergarten), contact Bethany Rinn.
To volunteer with JoySong (Grades 1–2), contact Kelly Sandifer.
To volunteer with Joyful Sounds (Grades 3–5), contact Kirsten Bigelow.
Children's Sunday School
In Children’s Sunday School, kids are taught an overview of the Bible using the Generations of Grace curriculum. Music and activities reinforce the truth of each week’s lesson. Each week, we work to learn a catechism question and review previous questions throughout the year. Parents are encouraged to discuss what their kids are learning and review catechism questions with their kids at home.
Nursery
The nursery is both a service to parents and the initial phase of our Children’s Ministry. As the children grow, we introduce them to foundational truths like “the Bible is true” and “God is good.” We also begin to train them to participate in more formal class structures, with times of singing and short biblical stories.
To get involved, contact Jennifer Stonecipher or sign up online.
Preschool Playdate
We typically meet on Friday mornings at 9:30 am for a great time of unstructured play in the Gym and Jungle Gym. All kids preschool and younger are invited.
All children must be accompanied by a parent.
If you have questions, contact Jessie Armstrong.
Special Needs
We minister to children with special needs during the 9:30 and 11:05 morning worship services and at other special events, providing a flexible, safe, and welcoming environment to share the love of God and the joy of His gospel.
To get involved, contact Sarah Latas.