CANAAN'S CHILDREN ZONE

Our children’s ministry offers children the opportunity to learn and love God, connect with peers and caring adults and learn how to serve others. Our intention is to provide students with a worship experience that is developmentally appropriate and allows for practical application of God’s word at their life stage. When children learn to know God and think biblically, they are far more likely to live wisely. 


The Children Zone is broken down into the following  areas:

· Infants (6 weeks-24 months)

· Toddlers (2-3 years old)

· PreK-Kindergarten

· 1st and 2nd Grade

· 3rd Grade

· 4th-5th Grade (BARAK Service)


 

INFANT & TODDLERS

We love to serve babies and growing toddlers in the name of Jesus. We are committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment, allowing us to teach them to love God. We have developmental toys and equipment for each stage of growth. The toddlers participate in music, prayer, age appropriate bible lesson and activities that stimulate and keep them engaged. Our toddlers also participate in a take home craft that reinforces the lesson.


PRESCHOOLERS

Preschoolers enjoy learning about Bible characters while also participating in music, story time, snacks and crafts. Our classes are led by teachers who are both passionate and dedicated. The toddlers also have activity time where they can share books, toys and equipment.  


1ST-3RD GRADES

Our classes are designed to prepare our children for a lifetime of personal bible study. We provide an environment where the children are eager and excited to learn about God. The children also participate in praise and worship and hands-on activities. We purpose to equip children to know and love God by studying and memorizing his word. The children leave with crafts and a review sheet that they can share with their parents.   

  

4TH-5TH GRADES

Barak is the Worship Service for 4th-5th grade children. The children participate in an exciting worship service designed to provide them with biblically lessons that can be applied to everyday life. The children participate in praise and worship, high energy activities and group games and scripture memorization. BARAK is held every Sunday, except the 5th Sunday at 11:00a.m.  


CHILDREN'S BIBLE STUDY

This is another opportunity for children to learn fundamental faith principals and build a foundation for lifelong discipleship. Children participate in bible study, bible memorization and activities. Classes are held for infant-5th grade on Wednesday night at 7:00p.m.



We carefully screen our volunteers to make sure that we are providing the best possible experience for your children.

 

VOLUNTEER


At Canaan Christian Church, we believe our children are integral to the life of our church. We have the awesome privilege of living out the call that Christ put on our lives to disciple our kids and see them come to know and grow in the Lord. We are looking for dedicated disciples who have a passion for working with children ages infant-5th grade.  Listed below are a variety of ways you can get connected and impact our kids in a way that best fits your gifts.

VOLUNTEER POSITIONS
Children’s Zone/Barak Greeters: Welcome families Wednesday night and/or Sunday mornings with a smile and willingness to direct them in the right direction.

Welcome Center Coordinators: Welcome families on Wednesday night and/or Sunday mornings and assist them with checking in their children.

Lead Teacher Children’s Zone: Lead lessons and activities for a particular age group (ages infant-5th grade) on Wednesday night and/or Sunday mornings.

Teacher Assistant Children’s Zone: Support lead teacher with lessons and activities for a particular age group (infant-5th grade) on Wednesday night and/or Sunday mornings.

Lead Teachers Barak: Lead lessons and activities for 4th-5th grades on Sunday mornings.

The Children’s Ministry also is seeking volunteers to assist:
· Administrative
· Arts & Crafts
· Food/Snack Preparers
· Music

Please prayerfully consider the various ministry opportunities listed below. If you feel the Lord has placed any of these areas on your heart please contact us Cherri Lasley, Children’s Division Director at 502-459-5578, ext. 137.