KIDS MINISTRY
A Note from Pastor Bethany Tibbs
At Central, we value kids and are passionate about helping them grow in their relationship with Jesus. These years are an important time for building strong foundations of faith that will guide them for the rest of their lives, and we love partnering with families in that journey.
Kids ministry is more than simply caring for kids while adults are in service—it’s a time when kids can experience God, learn the story of Scripture, and discover what it means to love and follow Jesus. Our prayer is that the Bible comes alive in their hearts as they grow in faith and begin living out the good news of Jesus in their everyday lives.
One of His Kids, Too,
Pastor Bethany
Bethany Tibbs
Pastor to Children and Families
Heidi Holmes
Early Childhood and Nursery Director
Our “Five Faith Foundations”
God made us
God loves us
God is with us
God wants us to love Him
God wants us to love others
NURSERY
Birth - 2 Year Olds
Sunday: 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM
Wednesday: 6:30-8:00 PM
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The 18 month–2 year old classes will engage in hands-on activities, celebrate God together, and discover God’s Word.
Our nurseries are equipped with toys, books, cribs, a nursing room, and loving volunteers.
Children will explore, discover, respond to God, and be blessed by their leaders as they learn about and experience God.
Early Childhood
3 Year Olds - Kindergarten
Sunday: 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM
Wednesday: 6:30-8:00 PM
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9:00 AM: Life Groups
Early Childhood children gather in Life Groups at 9:00 AM. These smaller, age-based or grade-based groups provide space for kids to explore the Bible and their faith through storytelling, discussion, creative activities, spiritual practices, and time to ask questions—all within a safe and welcoming environment.
10:30 AM: Whole Group Worship
At 10:30 AM, all Early Childhood kids come together in a group worship experience. Through worship music, storytelling, Scripture engagement, prayer stations, and interactive teaching, children experience God together and are shaped by God as part of a larger community of faith.
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6:30 - 8:00 PM: Dinner & Discipleship
On Wednesday nights, kids gather to continue growing in their faith through a variety of opportunities designed to meet different learning styles and interests. This includes games, story telling, and prayer stations. We have dinner for all kids every Wednesday night starting at 6:30 PM.
Elementary
1st - 5th Grade
Sunday: 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM
Wednesday: 6:30-8:00 PM
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9:00 AM: Life Groups
Elementary children gather in Life Groups at 9:00 AM. These smaller, age-based or grade-based groups provide space for kids to explore the Bible and their faith through storytelling, discussion, creative activities, spiritual practices, and time to ask questions—all within a safe and welcoming environment.
10:30 AM: Whole Group Worship
At 10:30 AM, all Elementary kids come together in a group worship experience. Through worship music, storytelling, Scripture engagement, prayer stations, and interactive teaching, children experience God together and are shaped by God as part of a larger community of faith.
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6:30 - 8:00 PM: Dinner & Discipleship
On Wednesday nights, kids gather to continue growing in their faith through a variety of opportunities designed to meet different learning styles and interests. This includes games, story telling, and prayer stations. We have dinner for all kids every Wednesday night starting at 6:30 PM.
Mom's Fellowship Time
Most months, we host a mom's fellowship time; this is an informal time for children and adults to engage in community together through play and fellowship. All are welcome, whether you attend Central or not!
Featured Events
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From August through March, children have the option to participate in Children’s Quizzing, where they deepen their understanding of Scripture and learn to hide God’s Word in their hearts in a supportive, encouraging environment.
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At VBS, kids experience God's Word in surprising and unforgettable ways!
Each day, leaders reinforce one simple Bible truth—this makes it easy for kids to remember and apply to real life.
Vacation Bible School takes place each summer.
Policies
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Upon arriving at Central, you will go to either the Early Childhood Check-in Center (lower level) or the Elementary Check-in Center (upper level). At the check-in center, an attendant will be there to assist you. They will be asking for name, address, phone number, allergies your child might have, etc.
Your child will then be given a sticker name badge with his/her name on it. You will receive a Parent Tag with a code on it that matches the code on your child’s name badge.
When picking up your child, show the Parent Tag to the attendant to receive your child. If you are needed during the service, you will be able to receive a text message.
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Central Church has a great volunteer team that ministers to children on a weekly basis. All adult volunteers have participated in a series of trainings, passed a short quiz over the training, and completed and passed a nation-wide criminal background check. It is our desire and goal that your child be as safe as possible while they are in our care. Our volunteer team loves that they can provide ministry for your children and make a difference in their growing lives!