Grace Kids
Grace Church Smyrna is committed to reaching the next generation. We love seeing children enjoy coming to church and loving God. Everything we do in our children’s ministry is focused on bringing children to a real and active relationship with Jesus at an early age. Activities, lessons and curriculum are carefully selected and thoroughly planned to ensure that God’s truth is communicated to your child in a way that is relevant to whichever stage of life they are in. Whatever age your child is, we have a class suited for them.
****For your peace of mind all our volunteers have met background checks and training***
What do I do if it’s my first time?
Upon arrival you will sign in your child just outside of the nursery/preschool area. You will receive a security tag that you will hand back in when you come to pick up your child at the end of Bible Study and/or Worshi Service. We offer childcare during worship for children birth through 3 years old. No child will be released without the correct security tag. Our Children’s Volunteers are easily identifiable by their Grace Kids Volunteer Lanyard
How do you choose your Children’s Leaders and Volunteers?
Even as a young church, we want to place a high priority on your child’s safety. Every GraceKid Volunteer must undergo a background check and participate in regular training. In addition, all teachers and workers must be covenant members of Grace Church at this time.
Can I come to and stay with my child?
All parents are welcome to spend time with their children, but in order to volunteer in a classroom or teach, we require a complete background check and interview with us. The safety of your child is of the utmost importance. We are careful to only allow approved volunteers with the children. We would welcome you as a volunteer.
What will my child do?
Childcare during Worship
It is our desire to help children learn at an early age that worship is for everyone…including them. Worship is NOT just for “BIG” people, it’s for the whole congregation. To aid in this, we provide several ways for parents to assist their children to engage during worship.
- Childcare for children age birth to 3 years-old is available during the Worship time. Children 4 Years and older will join their parents for the main worship time. As we grow, we anticipate adding a Pre-K-Kindergarten option. (More to come)
- Children’s Bulletins & Crayons are provided for 4-6 year olds as well as 7-12 year olds. They are tailored to the text from the morning sermon and are challenging. They will keep your child occupied in a meaningful way during worship. They can be found at the Information Desk.
- Monthly Catechism Emphasis that is highlighted BOTH in our Grace Kids Class at 9am as well as during our Worship Service.
- A Family Listening Room is available for parents who feel they must remove their children from worship. We pipe in the worship and sermon so that parents can listen in while kids can do other activities. PLEASE NOTE: We pride ourselves in being very tolerant to restless children. It is surprising how quickly they will adjust when consistently taught the value of sitting and listening.
GRACE KID’S (SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASSES)
During the Adult Bible Study (9:15 – 10 am) we offer 4 Bible study classes for children/younger youth from Birth to 8th grade. High School School Students are combined with the College Age Students.
Pre-K to 8th grade will focus on building their knowledge of Bible stories using the curriculum designed for their age group. Children are taught the Gospel through age-appropriate illustrations, activities, object lessons, memorization and catechism. During this time your child will learn God’s plan of salvation through Jesus Christ.
Babies -3 years Class Teacher: Amanda Bailey
PreK-1st Grade Class Teacher:
2nd-5th Grade Class Teacher: Katie Garrett &
6th-8th Grade Class Teacher: Amanda Agnew & Paul Hansen
Important Websites:
CHILDREN DESIRING GOD – www.childrendesiringgod.org
GOSPEL STORYBOOK BIBLE – www.martymachowski.com
