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Children's Ministry at MMPC


Welcome to MMPC Children's Ministry!

At MMPC we strive to provide a loving environment where children can learn about God's true word. Experience fun ways to apply God's word to their daily walk. Fellowship with other children that are excited to know and share that God love us and sent his one and only son, Jesus, to be our Lord and Savior !

We have an outstanding group of Sunday school teachers and volunteers that want to help make coming to MMPC the best part of your child's week.

Thank you for considering and allowing us to be blessed by your children as we join you in passionately raising them up in the ways of the Lord.

Ashley Moon
Director of Children's Ministry


 

Sunday School 

We currently use the "Hands-On Bible" Curriculum.  This curriculum allows children to learn by doing.  While learning God's word, children are able to play, experiment, wiggle and discover.  Each week our classrooms are filled with excitement and joy, not to mention a lot of noise.  We hope that you will bring your children to MMPC for an amazing Sunday School experience that will assist them in developing a lifelong relationship with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

  9:45 - 10:45   Sunday School

Classes available:    Toddlers  (2 year olds)
                              PreK - Kindergarten  (3 years - K)
                              Grades 1 - 3
                              Grades 4 - 6

** Nursery is available for children under 2 years during the Sunday School hour

MMPC Nursery

At MMPC we have an excellent group of volunteers who provide a safe, warm and loving environment for your children birth through 4 years of age.  Each week 2 adult volunteers and 1 youth volunteer serve in the nursery.  Nursery I children enjoy time playing and being nurtured by our volunteers, while Nursery II children learn God's true word through Bible stories, crafts and playtime.

Childcare is available during our Sunday School and Worship hours.

 

Nursery I

                              Sunday School Hour:               Birth - 24 months
                              Worship Hour:                        Birth - 24 months

Nursery II

                               Worship Hour:                        2 years - Pre Kindergarten
         (Immediately following the "Time for Young Disciples" in the worship service)

 

If you have any questions regarding our nursery or would be interested in volunteering in our nursery, please contact Ashley Moon at the church offices (325) 762-2038 or by email at ashley@mmpcalbany.org


"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

 

Volunteering

MMPC has many opportunities and needs for volunteering.  Your support and service are what make all the programs, nursery and Sunday school classes possible.  MMPC would like to thank everyone that has taken the time to serve the children and their families.  If you are interested in serving at MMPC in children's ministry, please contact Ashley Moon, Director of Children's Ministry, at the church offices (325) 762-2038 or by email at ashley@mmpcalbany.org

"Be shepherds of God's flock that is under your care, serving as overseers - not because you must, but because you are willing, as God wants you to be..."
1 Peter 5:2


Fall/Spring Programs

For more information regarding the following programs, please contact Ashley Moon at the church office (325) 762-2038 or by email at ashley@mmpcalbany.org.

 


CHICK CHAT

Where girls, 4th - 6th grade, get together and discover their inner beauty and outward faith. One Sunday a month, October-April, young girls spend time discussing a monthly devotional and doing activities that help reinforce that God wants us to shine from the inside out and be a light in this world. The afternoon always includes lots of “chick chat” !!

2011-2012 school year schedule

Time:  2:00 - 3;30pm
Location: MMPC 
Dates: 

            October 9
            November 13
            December 11
            January 13 (lock-in)
            February 12
            March 4
            April 15 

 

“Your beauty should not come from outward adornment, such as braided hair and the wearing of gold jewelry and fine clothes. Instead, it should be that of your inner self, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is of great worth in God’s sight.”
1 Peter 3:3-4

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EXPLORERS 

Boys in Grades 3-6, exploring their faith while exploring life adventures. One Sunday a month (September – April), young boys have an amazing opportunity to go on monthly outdoor adventures in order to experience what God has created around them and their community.

Departing each month from MMPC.

Outdoor and indoor activities will vary monthly
**Fathers are both welcome and encouraged to join their sons**

2011-2012 school year schedule

Time:  2 – 4 pm
Dates and Locations:  

           September 11            Lackey Ranch
            October 9                  MMPC         
            November 13             Cloud Ranch    
            December 11             Woodworking shop
            January 8                  Van Zant Ranch
            February 12               TBA
            March 4                    Compton Ranch
            April 15                    Bartee's Garden


               

"-Don't let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in life, in love and in purity.”
                                                                     1 Timothy 4:12

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BREAKFAST CLUB

Wake up, Sleepyhead!A fun program to encourage students in grades 5-6 to use God's word first thing in the morning to help them face whatever life deals them throughout their day, whether at home, school, or at extra curricular activities.

Join us on Wednesday mornings from 7 – 7:45 at Prairie Star for all-you-can eat breakfast, fellowship with friends and a delicious devotional. Afterwards, we walk to school together.This year we will be studying what “Questions of our Faith” and how the Bible answers them. 

***This program operates on the NSES school calendar.***

 

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For more information regarding the following programs, please contact Ashley Moon at the church office (325) 762-2038 or by email at ashley@mmpcalbany.org.

Summer Programs

The Hot Spot 

the coolest place to be this summer!
Come along with MMPC as we take a field trip to locations in the surrounding area.

Each week we have plenty of fun and fellowship! 
Kids entering grades 3-4

2nd week of June – 1st week of August
All outings are $5 each.  Cost covers admissions, transportation and snacks.

Time:  1-4pm, Wednesdays
Dates:  June 13 - August 1 (No meeting July 4, Independence Day or July 18, join us at VBS!)

Locations:   Departing from MMPC

June 13             TBA         
June 20             TBA 
June 27             TBA   
July 11              TBA                
July 25              TBA  
Aug 1                 TBA  

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Splish Splash 

Kids entering Grades 5-6
Wednesdays, June 13 – August 1

Come splash in the water, serve your neighbor, eat some yummy food and listen to a summertime devotional! 

Time:  6-7:30pm, Wednesdays
Dates:  June 13 - August 1

Locations:  Contact church for directions to homes

June 13             TBA         
June 20             TBA 
June 27             TBA   
July 11              TBA                
July 25              TBA  
August 1
               Breckenridge Pool *5:00-7:30
                                                (Depart from MMPC)

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Albany Community VBS

The 2012 theme will be posted spring of 2012

Kids Entering Grades K-5
July 16-20,  9:30-11:30am
at
Friendship Baptist Church, Albany

(Participating churches:  First Methodist Church, Matthews Memorial Presbyterian Church, First Christian Church, Friendship Baptist Church)