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Porter First KIDS

KIDS Ministry

The purpose of the Porter First Kids is to bring children into age appropriate worship where they can belong to the family of God, to grow in their relationship with Jesus, to learn to serve and then go share Jesus to the community they live in.

Life Groups

LIFE KIDS is the Sunday morning Bible study for children birth through 5th grade. LIFE KIDS meet every Sunday morning at 9:15am to 10:15am. All children from birth through 5th grade are registered at the welcome centers in the nursery, preschool and grade school areas. You will receive two name tags with your child’s name on it. You will keep one the other goes on your child. This name tag is your security tag to pick up your child at the end of each service.

THE LITTLE'S: Newborns to 2 year old's

Location: First floor of the FIRST KIDS Children’s Building labeled “THE LITTLE'S”
FIRST KIDS Preschool: 2 years that are potty-trained through Kindergarten 
Location: First floor of the FIRST KIDS Children’s Building labeled “FIRST KIDS”
FIRST KIDS Grade School: 1st grade through 5th Grade

Location: Second floor of the FIRST KIDS Children’s Building in the Command Center

Babies to Age 2

THE LITTLES is our Nursery where we are committed to ensuring that every infant and young child feels the warmth of God's love. We achieve this through engaging classes that include prayer, enjoyable playtime with fun toys, and interactive activities, all overseen by our compassionate caregivers.

All newborns - 2 years old are registered at the welcome center in the nursery area on the first floor. You will receive two name tags with your child’s name on it. You will keep one the other goes on your child. This name tag is your security tag to pick up your child at the end of each service. Our children are kept in a secure area and are cared for by loving church members who have been trained and have background checks annually. We provide rooms for bed babies, crawlers and walkers.

 

Sundays

9:15 - 12:00 PM

Wednesdays

6:30 - 7:30 PM

These rooms are located on the first floor of our children's area.

Children will be received 15 minutes prior to a scheduled event.

Preschool

Ages: Potty Trained 2 Years Olds - Kindergarten

Children are taught valuable lessons from the Bible in an enjoyable and interactive manner, including hands-on activities, music, and crafts. Through the guidance of nurturing instructors, kids grow to love God and learn more about Him.

All preschoolers are registered at the welcome center in the nursery area on the first floor. You will receive two name tags with your child’s name on it. You will keep one the other goes on your child. This name tag is your security tag to pick up your child at the end of each service. Our children are kept in a secure area and are cared for by loving church members who have been trained and have background checks annually.

 

Sundays

Life Kids Bible Study at 9:15 AM

Children's Church (Kids Jam Jr) at 10:30 AM

Wednesdays

Preschool Children's Choir from 6:00 - 6:25 PM (Sept - May)

Playscape Fun & Bible Learning from 6:30 - 7:30 PM

These rooms are located on the first floor of our children's area.

Children will be received 15 minutes prior to a scheduled event.

Children

Ages: 1st - 5th Grades

Children absorb the teachings of God in a manner that shapes their decision-making and behavior positively. The Bible study sessions are crafted to motivate them to integrate biblical principles into their everyday lives.

All children are registered at the second floor welcome center on the second floor. You will receive two name tags with your child’s name on it. You will keep one the other goes on your child. This name tag is your security tag to pick up your child at the end of each service. Our children are cared for by loving church members who have been trained and have background checks annually.

 

Sundays

Life Kids Bible Study at 9:15 AM

Children's Church (Kids Jam) at 10:30 AM

Wednesdays

Children's Choir from 6:00 - 6:25 PM (Sept - May)

Bible Study (Gear Up) from 6:30 - 7:30 PM

These rooms are located on the second floor of our children's area.

Children will be received 15 minutes prior to a scheduled event.

FAQ

  • Porter FBC FIRST KIDS Children’s caters to children from birth to 5th grade.

    • Children birth through kindergarten is received at a welcome counter in which the child will be registered for that activity. When the child is registered a nametag will be printed and placed on the child. In addition the parent/guardian will be give an identification tag. This identification tag MUST be presented in order to receive your child.

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    • Children first thru fifth grade are checked in and given a nametag. The Minister of Children can only release the child to a parent picking up the child.

  • Yes, every paid employee and volunteer goes through a vetting process that includes a criminal background check, Ministry Safe training and interview.​

    • Every Sunday at 9:15am birth thru fifth graders attend an age and/or grade appropriate Bible study called LIFE Kids.

    • Every Sunday children under the age 3 at 10:30 are taken care of in extended session childcare.

    • Every Sunday at 10:30 children age 3 to 5 participate in their very own worship service called KIDS JAM, JR.

    • Every Sunday at 10:30 children in grades first thru fifth grade participate in their very own worship service called KIDS JAM.

    • Every Wednesday night at 6:30 children birth thru 5 years of age participate in various age appropriate Bible study activities.

    • Every Wednesday night at 6:30 children in grades first thru fifth grade participate in Wednesday Night Kids Ministry Bible Study called GEAR UP”.

    • Yes, every Sunday and Wednesday night activity child are enrolled in each program and checked in.

    • Visitors are asked to fill out a guest registration form in which that child will be enrolled in that activity.

    • Other activities that do not take place on a Sunday or Wednesday parents will be asked to enroll their child for that program or activity online.

  • Yes, yearly events such as VBS, Easter Events and Summer Camp and Christmas Events in addition to many other special events that take place through the year. You can find out about these planned activities on the children’s ministry events page.​

  • Yes, there is a private, quiet, and comfortable room dedicated for nursing mothers.

  • Most children events are free however some events there may be a nominal fee to participate. The most expensive children’s ministry event is CentriKid Children’s Camp for third thru fifth graders that can cost between $50 to $200 depending on the amount of funds is raised during the annual fundraising event.

  • Yes, any parent whether they are a guest or member of PFBC can observe or participate in any children’s ministry program, event or activity.

  • PFBC FIRST KIDS Children’s Ministry uses the following curriculum:

    • Sunday LIFE KIDS at 9:15 (birth thru fifth grades): The Gospel Project by LifeWay Publishing

    • Sunday KIDS JAM, JR at 10:30 (ages 3 to 5): Lil’K by KidMo.

    • Sunday KIDS JAM at 10:30 (grades 1 to 5): High Voltage Kids

    • Wednesday Night Kids “GEAR UP” (grades to 5): Children’s Ministry Deals

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