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Special Programs & Events
– Grapple Youth Group
Sundays, 6:00PM
– Vacation Bible School
July 9-13
– Sports Camp
July 30-August 3
Forms
Our Purpose
Children are important to God, and are a vital part of our ministry at Valley Brook Community Church!
Children's Ministries serves all children ages infant through Grade Five.
We pray that children come to know Jesus as their Savior, and learn to serve Him as their Lord. We offer an assortment of programs and special events designed to help children in their Christian growth. To help children in their outreach to the community, locally and abroad, we also participate in various service projects. Children will experience God's love through instruction in His Word, music, drama, and fun activities.
Specifically...
- We teach Biblical principles in partnership with parents, so that in God's timing, a child will be led into a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, or grow in their existing relationship, and become His influential disciple to the world...KNOW, GROW, SHOW & GO!
- We provide a safe, secure environment for children to worship God in an age-appropriate manner.
- We provide Bible lessons that creatively express the message of the Gospel through age-specific, hands-on activities that are fun, effective, and relevant to children.
- We provide opportunities where children can use their gifts and talents to benefit others and be messengers of Christ's love.
Safety Comes First
Your child(ren)'s safety is our first priority — all of our staff and volunteers must pass a criminal background check prior to working in the Children's Ministries programs.
Questions
If you have questions about any aspect of our Children's Ministries program, please contact Diane Heermance, Children's Ministry Director in the church office at (860) 844-0001.
Sunday School Program
During the regular school year (September-June), we offer classes geared for children of all ages on Sunday mornings. Our goal is for children to experience God's love through instruction in His Word (The Bible), music, drama, and fun activities.
Note: If you have a child with any special needs, please contact Diane Heermance, Children's Ministries Director, in the church office so she can work with you to determine the best way to serve your child.
CLASS STRUCTURE
We provide Sunday Morning classes for all children. Classes are organized by age as noted below. All of the classes incorporate age-appropriate interactive learning activities.
Nursery (Infants through 23 months)
These precious little ones are cared for during the entire worship service (9:30-10:45am) in the Nursery.
Guided by their teachers, they sing songs and hear stories – all designed to show them how much God loves them.
Ages 2 & 3
This class meets during the entire worship service (9:30-10:45am).
Children are involved in age-appropriate interactive learning activities. They play games, make new friends, and praise God through music!
Ages 4 - Grade 5
Children ages 4-Grade 5 join their parents in the auditorium for the first part of the worship service (music/singing). They are dismissed before the sermon to join their teacher.
Our younger children (ages 4-Grade 3) will enjoy fun hands-on activities and interactive games that teach them about the Lord through His Word (the Bible). Older children (Grade 4 & 5) will explore and learn about God's Word and how to apply God's teaching to their daily lives.
We provide individual classes for kids as follows:
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Age 4
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Kindergarten
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Grade 1
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Grade 2
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Grade 3
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Grade 4
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Grade 5
Note: Grades 6-12 fall under our Student Ministries program.
Special Programs & Events
GRAPPLE YOUTH GROUP
SUNDAYS • 6:00-7:30pm
Valley Brook Student Center
518 Salmon Brook Street, Granby
Open to all students in Grades 4 & 5!
Grapple is a time for you to get together during the regular school year to play games, connect with friends, and "grapple" (or wrestle) about some topics that are important to YOU!
For questions please contact Diane Heermance at 860-844-0001.
TO REGISTER:
Click on the link below to download and print a registration form. Complete the form and mail to the church office or return to church on Sunday.
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL - Go Fish Praise!
July 9 - 13
9:00AM - 12:00PM
Open to all kids ages 4 through Grade 5!
Registration Now Open!
Parents, make plans to let your kids join us for “Go Fish Praise”. We’ll enjoy daily activities of singing, drama, puppets, crafts, games, snacks, Bible stories, and more!
- Time: 9AM - Noon
- Location: West Granby Methodist Church
87 Simsbury Road, West Granby CT - Cost: $10 per child
TO REGISTER:
Two Options:
1. Register On-line (Electronic Check Option):
Click on the "Register Here" link below and follow the instruction prompts.
If you do not have an account (from prior event registration) click on "Create An Account". For questions with online payment please contact the Church office at 860-844-0001.
2. Register by Mail or In-person: Download a Registration Form, complete requested information and mail to the church office (PO Box 567, Granby, CT 06035).
QUESTIONS:
Please contact Diane Heermance at 860-844-0001 or email valleybrook.kids@sbcglobal.net with any questions.
SPORTS CAMP - Beyond the Gold!
July 30 - August 3
9:00AM - 12:00PM
Open to all children ages 6 through Grade 5.
Registration opens on 5/22!
Are you ready for some fast-paced fun? Then join us this summer for “Beyond The Gold” sports camp!
Kids will have the opportunity to receive training in soccer, basketball and cheerleading. Each camp day includes sports training and instruction time, snack and water break, character building lessons, cool music and tons of fun!
- Time: 9AM - Noon
- Location: Wells Road Intermediate School, 134 Wells Road, Granby CT.
- Cost: $25 per child; includes a Beyond the Gold T-Shirt
TO REGISTER:
On-line registration will be available beginning 5/22/12; you will find a "Register Here" link on this page.
QUESTIONS:
Please contact Diane Heermance at 860-844-0001 or email valleybrook.kids@sbcglobal.net with any questions.
For the Glory of the King
Click on image at left to watch this wonderful Christmas musical presented on 12/11/11.
