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
“Train a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not turn from it.”
Proverbs 22:6
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 - 10:00 Praise and Worship
10:00 - 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 - 4 year olds
(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
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.
Fall/Spring Programs
CHICK CHAT - (Fall / Spring Program)
Where girls, 4th - 6th grade, get together and discover their inner beauty and outward faith. One Sunday a month, September – May, young girls spend time eating dinner, 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 evening always includes lots of “chick chat” !!
Meeting dates and times: TBD
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EXPLORERS - (Fall / Spring Program)
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**
Meeting times and dates: TBD
“-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 - (Fall / Spring Program)
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.
Cost: Only $2.00 !
***This program operates on the NSES school calendar.***
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Summer Programs
TOT Time
Mom and Toddler (4 and under)
A time where toddlers and their moms get together for some fun and sun once a month during the summer.
Wednesday June 9 9-11 am at the home of Lori Reames
Saturday July 10 8-11 am at MMPC
Tuesday August 17 5:30-6:30 pm at City Pool
For information contact Kristin Askew (254) 246-2537 or Ashley Moon at 762-2038
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THE PICTURE SHOW - (Summer Program)
Kids entering grades K-2nd...
Children of all ages love to watch movies! Come settle down at MMPC and enjoy some of your favorite movies while learning about how God's word can be seen all around us, even in a movie!
After the show, kids participate in crafts and devotionals that relate to clips from the movie, while reinforcing this year’s theme that “God is in Control”
WHEN: Tuesdays, June 8, 15, and 22 (9:00 - 11:30 am)
LOCATION: MMPC Fellowship Hall
This program is FREE
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The Hot Spot
the coolest place to be this summer!
fun and fellowship
Kids entering grades 3-4** (note change in ages)
June 9 Anson: May Farm – Petting Zoo
June 16 Abilene: Play Faire Park – Mini Golf
June 23 Breckenridge: Movie Theater
June 30 Moran: Hudson’s Orchard/Swim
July 7 Abilene: Mine by Design Pottery
July 14 Abilene: Grace Museum
July 21 no meeting – Come to VBS!
July 28 Abilene: Skating–First Baptist Church
Aug 4 Breckenridge: Swim - City Pool
All outings are $5 each. Cost covers admissions, transportation and snacks.
For more info., contact: Ashley Moon at the church office 762-2038, 370-4484 or Roxanne LeMay 762-2649
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Splish Splash
Kids entering Grades 5-6
Wednesdays June 9-August 4 from 6-7:30pm
(Sponsored by Matthews Memorial Presbyterian Church)
Come splash in the water, serve your neighbor, eat some yummy food and listen to a summertime devotional!
June 9 April and Jason Gardner’s
June 16 Karen and Daniel Key’s
June 23 Dianne and Eddie Bartee’s
June 30 Albany City Pool
July 7 Melissa and Wade Jones
July 14 Melissa and Shane Fields
July 28 Gaye and Jeff Davis
August 4 Breckenridge Pool *5:30-8:00
For information or directions contact Nickie Leveridge 762-9098, Karen Key 762-0444
or Ashley Moon at the church office 762-2038 or email ashley@mmpcalbany.org
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Albany Community VBS
Kids Entering Grades K-5
July 19-23, 9-11:30am
at
Matthews Memorial Presbyterian Church
This summer you’ll set sail for VBS fun on the HIGH SEAS! Feel sea spray on your face as sails snap overhead – and you and your crew experience the deep, rolling waters of God’s love! While on the High Seas, you will learn that God’s word is true, comforting, surprising, life-changing and is for everyone.
Thursday, July 8 will be the next planning meeting – if you are unable to meet and have any ideas that you would like to let us know about, please email Ashley: Ashley@mmpcalbany.org. We will be decorating the church on Sunday, July 18 with a ship theme. Please plan to be there, we need your help, no matter your age!
For information contact VBS Director Ashley Moon at the MMPC offices 762-2038 or email: ashley@mmpcalbany.org
(Participating churches: First Methodist Church, Matthews Memorial Presbyterian Church, First Christian Church, Friendship Baptist Church)