Our Vision
Our desire is for children to grow up in the instruction and nurture of the Lord. As a result, our primary objective is to assist parents in the development and discipleship of their children.

Each child needs to know and trust the love of Jesus Christ. Encouragement is a huge part of child development. We want children to grow in their faith in a positive and encouraging atmosphere. And we want to see them develop their spiritual gifts and abilities. Since children are a gift of the Lord (Psalm 127:3), we count it a privilege and opportunity to work with them.

What’s Available for Children?

Our Children’s Ministry has a wide range of activities for children, from infant to fifth grade. After that, they’re part of our Student Ministry!

Nursery

A well-staffed nursery is provided for infants up to age 4 during all Sunday Worship Services and Christian Education.

Parents are asked to fill out an information card for the attendant, and to label all of their children’s belongings. We have a silent number system so that parents can be contacted during a worship service without disruption or embarrassment.

Sunday morning PreSchool

We have programs designed just for preschoolers.   Children's worship at 8:30, and Christian Education at 9:45 are both offered every Sunday morning.  Also, preschoolers (age 4) are invited to Covenant Kids Club or Brigade on Wednesday evening. 

Children's Worship

This unique program allows children to participate in age appropriate worship. Prayer requests are taken from the children followed by a Bible story. Our adult volunteers then remain with the children until parents come. Your child’s safety is a very high priority.

Children ages 4 years through 4th grade are dismissed from the Saturday Evening Service and Sunday Morning Services (8:30 and 11:00 a.m.) before the offering and Pastor’s message. The adult supervisor leads them to the children's area.   Parents must then pick up their children after the service.

Christian Education

Sunday Mornings are traditionally a time for "Sunday school". Parents realize that education plays a crucial role in their children's development. For that reason we have always provided Christian Education for our children. Classes are divided according to age, kindergarten up to 5th grade. The Christian Education hour is from 9:45 to 10:45. The classes are designed to increase the biblical knowledge of each child. In every classroom, the teachers apply the biblical stories to life. We have acquired the best curriculum we could find. We maintain both support and supervision for those classes. The teachers are motivated and eager for parental consultation, and we provide regular training and workshops.

Power Praisers

Power Praisers is the Covenant Kids Worship and Movement Team composed of children Pre-K-5th Grade. We meet on Wednesday Nights during the school year to learn new songs, sign language, dance and movement and perform for special events throughout the year. Children are invited to join us at any point in time, we just ask that they commit to being at practice at least 3 nights a month.

Children's Brigade

After the busy season of Christmas, Children’s Brigade starts up (late January) and goes through May. This is not an evening “Sunday school” class. Crafts, projects, competitions, camp-outs and family events create a format that duplicates some of the good things in Scouts, but with a biblical emphasis.

Vacation Bible School 

9:00 - 12:00 noon (with after-care until 5:30pm)

Each summer we invite “upcoming Kindergarten through 6th graders to join us for a week of Vacation Bibe School. This is not only for children in our church but from the community as well. Kids come from all over to learn exciting Bible stories. Meeting every morning for a week, children are exposed to the traditional VBS format, but in a not-so-traditional way! The teaching time, crafts, sports and refreshments use a learning-center model of education. This makes it more exciting for the kids, as well as the adults!

Family Activities

Every month there is a family activity specifically designed to include children. It might be a Fun Night at the beach with volleyball and organized games, or the annual Fall festival with live music, a baking contest, bonfire, costumes and a dunk tank. Picnics with all kinds of recreation and friendly contests are held annually. We’ve even had family camping, and a day trip to Adventure Island.

Covenant Kids Club

Covenant Kids Club Covenant Kids Club meets on Wednesday night from August - November. It is a fun filled night of games, Bible stories, crafts and snacks to help equip our children for living the Christian life. CKC meets from 7-8:15 and is a part of our church wide family night for kids in Kindergarten through 5th grade

Little Explorer's PreSchool

Welcome to the adventures of the Little Explorer's Preschool. This exciting program is offered to children 2 – 4 years of age. We meet on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 9:00 a.m. until noon. We also provide aftercare which is from 12-2 on school days. The curriculum provides a weekly theme which includes school readiness skills as well as valuable Bible lessons. Our mission is to minister to children and families in the community. We offer a safe, caring, and educational environment for your child to discover and learn. Please contact the church office (941) 926-4777 or LittleExplorers@covenantlifepc.com for more information.