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Sundays
9:00 & 10:45 AM
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Maya Angelou and Hilary Clinton have raised awareness in our culture of the value of community in every child’s life, as captured in the old African saying: “It takes a village to raise a child”. At Parkwood Gardens we not only understand how a church community can impact children, but the challenges and multitude of blessings experienced when you are training children to be disciples of Christ.
The Bible is God’s Story and remains relevant today. We believe that children are capable of learning Biblical truths and we acknowledge the instructions found in Deuteronomy 6:
“You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your might. And these words that I command you today shall be on your heart. You shall teach them diligently to your children, and shall talk of them when you sit in your house, and when you walk by the way, and when you lie down, and when you rise.”
In our Nursery, or Sunday School/Kids Own Worship, or mid-week Friendship Clubs, or Summer VBS, you will find exceptional leaders who value children and love Jesus. These volunteers use skills, abilities, training and spiritual gifting to serve in a way that will impact eternity through the lives of children and their families.
Safety and security (including Child Protection Policy, background/police checks, allergy alerts) are paramount as is experiential spiritual development in all of our kids' programs.
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Caring, qualified adults and helpers provide a stimulating and nurturing experience in a safe and secure environment for wee ones (birth to 3 years) to hang out while Mom and Dad take in the service. Don't worry about your little one: if he or she really needs you, we'll let you know (flashing/vibrating pager is provided). A "Quiet Room" is available. Monthly learning themes and "growing tips" allow opportunity for parent/guardians and Nursery workers to partner together in guiding healthy development of these precious children.
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During first service children join their family in the sanctuary for worship time before joining their age appropriate groups.
No need to save a seat for your child during second service. The kids have their own church service. ‘Kids Own Worship’ is a multi-aged interactive program focusing on worshipping God through singing songs of praise, learning Bible truths, offering projects and praying together. The fun doesn’t stop there though…the children also practice memorizing scripture so they can take The Word of God with them wherever they go!
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Tuesdays (September to May 6:30 to 8 pm), kids (SK to Grade 5) from our neighbourhood and church learn biblical truth through creative, interactive, culturally relevant methods such as music, games, multi-media, crafts, drama, discussion, snacks.
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Once a year for a week in July, our church is transformed into a playground for body, mind, and spirit. From high seas to the Bayou to science labs or outer space, VBS is a major outreach and kids (JK to Grade 5) have a rocking good time with music, crafts, stories, snacks, and outdoor games.
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Does the idea of investing in children's lives stir you? There are many ways you could be involved! Contact us to express your interest.
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