We are always in need of Adult Volunteers to substitute teach the Children's Sunday School classes. Toddler- Preschool, K-2nd & 3rd-5th. If you are interested in being a teacher or a substitute, in a Children's Sunday School Class or interested in giving a Children's Sermon during Time with Children,  please contact Tara. 

We attended as a group, March 23-25. We had 15 total go this year, 3 Chaperones & 12 kids. 

Kidquake is a weekend of fun and spiritual growth at Camp Gilmont.  The event provides an opportunity to retreat to the rustic forest beauty of God’s creation and connect with children from other churches in Grace Presbytery.   Churches register as a group and provide their own adult sponsors.  Designed much like Youthquake, with bible study and small group discussions, the weekend also offers opportunities for kids to choose from a variety of fun activities, much like summer camp.  Kidquake is a ministry of Grace @ Gilmont.

For more information click on the picture or contact Tara 903-675-3530.

*Notice the change of Sunday due to Mother's Day*

May 6th, we will meet in the Children's Building at 5:30 for a SPECIAL event to end out the school year & end the eveing with a meal!

Children ages kindergarten-5th grade meet for 2nd Sunday Kids, January-May. We will start up again in September.  They share a meal, complete a craft project, complete a mission projects & sometimes go on field trips.  This group can use volunteers to help the Children's Director supervise the children, gather supplies for all activities, or tell a Bible story to the group.

Two times each semester a Parent’s Night Out is offered to the parents in our church and the parents whose children attend our Mother’s Day Out program. For ages infant to 5th grade. With meal $5, without meal $3, per child.  The Children's Director along with qualified childcare workers, assists with the older children, leading them in games, crafts, watching movies & outdoor playtime-weather permiting.  The younger children are cared for by our professional childcare staff.  This gives parents a chance to plan something, knowing that their child is receiving loving child care at an affordable rate. By reservation only, call the church office & for more information call Tara Rhodes, 903-675-3530.

*Next Planning Meeting: MAY 20th,

5:30pm in the Friendship Classroom*

At First Presbyterian Church, VBS is held on the third full week in June, Monday-Friday from 9:00am-noon.  If members volunteer who have children to young to participate, free child care is provided.  Volunteer opportunities range from preparing snacks to playing games with each group.  Each age/grade group has adult leaders that teach Bible story, Memorization of bible verses, Mission study & making Crafts all in a classroom setting. Other activities include Music time in the opening & closing ceremonies, bible skits, snack time & Recreation.

We have a new Acolyte for the 2012 calendar year joining our group. She is Allie Campbell. Join me in congratulating her!

Click here to see PHOTO GALLERIES of the FPC kids!

Tara Rhodes ~ Children's Program Director

Tara@fpcathens.com

If you have questions about our Children's Program,

please call the church office, 903-675-3530.