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"Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these."
Mark 10:14 |
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OUR VALUES AND GOALS |
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At First Presbyterian Church of Fort Collins children are a valued and important part of our church family. Our Vision, Mission, and Values Statement is as follows:- Vision for Children's Ministry: Nurture young Christians to be full participants in the life of the church and live out their faith in the world.
- Mission: Provide a loving, safe and inclusive environment for all children in the Fort Collins community. Provide a dynamic Christ-centered eduactional setting.
- Goals:
- Increase parental involvement and support.
- Participation in all ministries of the church.
- Equip the children to become effective disciples.
We welcome your children and look forward to seeing them grow in Christ. |
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PARENT'S NIGHT OUT |
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September 17, 6-9 p.m.
Bring your well-fed, PJ-clad children (ages Newborn–12 years) to the Nursery and other FPC classrooms. Then head out for a night on the town, date-night, small group, or other fellowship event. Take this opportunity to get to know others in our church family! Kids will have fun watching movies and participating in age-appropriate activities.
Childcare is $10/one child; $5/additional child with a $25 maximum/family (for all three hours). You MUST register by September 15.
Register here.
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SUNDAY SCHOOL SCHEDULE |
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Sunday school for ages 2–5th grade will resume September 12 at 9:30 a.m. Registration forms for each family must be completed.
at 8 a.m.
- Nursery is available for children ages birth–5-years-old.
at 9:30 a.m.
- Nursery is available for children ages birth–5-years-old, however, 2-, 3-, 4-, and 5-year olds are encouraged to go to Sunday school classes.
- 2-year-olds: Room 203
- 3-year-olds: Room 208
- 4-year-olds: Room 307
- Kindergarten–3rd grade: Room 304
- 4th and 5th grades: Room 305
at 11 a.m.
- Nursery is available for children ages birth–5-years-old.
- Kindergarten–3rd grade start by attending the church service in the Sanctuary. After the children's sermon, children are dismissed to Room 306 where they will learn a Bible story, play a game, make a craft, eat a snack and do an activity. Come join us in learning and having fun!
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THE NURSERY |
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The Nursery Ministry’s aim is to introduce the love of Jesus Christ to every child that enters our care. We do this through Bible stories, playing and loving each child. In addition, during our 9:30 a.m. Sunday School hour we use Gospel Light’s “Little Blessings” curriculum designed specifically for babies and toddlers. This curriculum centers on Jesus’ love for children and families. We want your child to know this love and experience it early in their lives.
Our Nursery staff is the best. While your children are in the nursery we want you to be confident that they are in a safe and loving environment. Each staff member is CPR/First Aid certified and has passed an extensive background check. Our adult volunteers also pass extensive background checks. We require that there be at least two staff members on duty anytime the nursery is open and at least one of staff must be at least 21 years old.
The check-in area includes "cubbies" for diaper bags and the play area is divided into separate areas for babies and toddlers. This space arrangement allow us to do hands-on art projects and other type activities with the older toddlers.
NURSERY HOURS:
SUNDAY: Nursery is provided for all Sunday morning services (8, 9:30, and 11 a.m.).
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ABC'S OF WORSHIP FOR CHILDREN |
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Here at FPC, children are welcomed and encouraged to participate in a worship service with their families. We believe that children who attend services from a young age put a higher value on the importance of worship as they grow into their adult lives.
The following ABC's of Worship are suggestions for parents of young children to help make the worship experience a plesant experience for the entire family.
ARRIVE in time to find a place to sit so that your child will have a better view. Please be sure your children have used the bathroom before entering the Sanctuary.
BRING a book or quiet activity to occupy your children during the sermon if they are too young to sit quietly and listen. Please help your children learn that they are not to distract those who are worshiping nearby.
CLUE in the children as to what is happening next in worship and help them participate. Children can share in the Call to Worship, prayers, doxology and praise songs. Let them find the Scripture passage in the pew Bible and the hymns in the hymnbook. Give them the family’s offering to put in the collection plate.
DISCUSS at home the importance of worship. Prepare your children for any special features of the service that day, such as Baptism or the Lord’s Supper. After church, make time to answer questions about the worship experience.
ENCOURAGE children to pick up a Children’s Bulletin from your usher. Brightly colored tie-dyed bags are also available in the Narthex for your child. Each bag contains a clipboard, pencil and crayons in it. Activities sheets are available on the bag cart for your child to use during the service. Help them to learn to be attentive listeners during the service and to participate according to their reading levels and attention spans.
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EVENTS: |
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PARENTS' NIGHT OUT
September 17, 6–9 p.m.
Bring your well-fed, PJ-clad children (ages Newborn–12 years) to the Nursery and other FPC classrooms. Then head out for a night on the town, date-night, small group, or other fellowship event. Register by September 15.
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PEANUT FREE ZONE
We provide a safe and healthy environment for the children at First Presbyterian Church. We are Peanut Free in all of the children’s classrooms and in the nursery. |
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