Jesus said, "Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the
kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these."
Matthew 19:14
At Calvary Chapel Cumberland Valley, our mission is to stand beside parents as they
raise their children in the fear and admonition of the Lord by providing:
- Systematic study through the Bible
- Teaching at each child’s level of understanding
- Clear presentation of the Gospel message
- Fun activities that make the Bible lessons real to children
- An opportunity for children to pray together and to serve the Lord
- A safe, Christ-centered environment for learning and fellowship
Sunday Mornings
- Children’s Worship
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On Sunday Morning’s children remain in the sanctuary during the first part of the
worship service. Midway through worship children will be dismissed for Children’s
worship. At the end of worship they will be dismissed to their respective classes.
- Preschool (age 3-pre K)
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On Sunday mornings the preschool class meets in the fellowship hall for a New Testament
Bible lesson, geared specifically for their age group. The preschool class also
enjoys crafts and activities with enhance their understanding of the lesson.
- Primary (Grades K-2)
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On Sunday Morning the primary class meets in the fellowship hall for a New Testament
Bible lesson. The lesson includes related crafts and activities. The Primary class
also participates in practical ministry and service, by assisting the preschool
class with setup, and writing letters to David, our Compassion child.
- Elementary
(Grades 3-6)
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Also known as the “Tower Kids”, our elementary class meets in our bell tower library/classroom
every Sunday morning for a New Testament Lesson. Besides activities designed to
enhance their understanding of the lessons, the elementary class participates in
practical ministry by setting up refreshments after service, and writing to David,
our Compassion child.
- Nursery (Up to Age 3)
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On Sunday mornings please bring your child downstairs to the nursery when children
are dismissed (midway through worship). In the Nursery, children hear a Bible story
each week. These Stories are from the Old and New Testaments. We use Children’s
Bibles, Bible storybooks, tapes, and video formats designed for young children.
Wednesday Nights
- Kids Club (ages 3 though Grade 6)
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After Wednesday evening worship (in the sanctuary) children meet in the fellowship
hall for an Old Testament Bible Lesson. The Clubhouse Kids also work on memorizing
verses, with memory verse homework each week, and activities such as Bible quiz
drills.
- Nursery (Up to Age 3)
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On Wednesday nights, the nursery is not staffed. There is a speaker (with volume
control) so you can hear the message if you choose to stay downstairs with your
infant or toddler.
Curriculum
- Sunday Children’s Church
- The children are studying the New Testament in chronological
order. The entire series takes 4 years to complete. Each class studies the same
passage on the same day, although the lessons and activities are designed specifically
for each age group. Teachers adapt the lesson to meet the specific needs of the
individuals in their classes.
- Wednesday Kid’s Club
- On Wednesdays the children are
studying through the Old Testament using the Calvary Chapel Children’s Curriculum.
Lessons include Bible memory verses and Bible drills.
- Practical Ministry Opportunities
- All of the children are encouraged to become involved in practical ministry as they
are able. The Tower Kids set up and serve refreshments after Sunday Services. The
Primary students set up chairs for their own and the Preschool class. All of the
children, through cards, pictures, & letters, encourage David, our Compassion child,
and others. Special service projects are included in our lessons on a regular basis.
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