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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:

November 8     FH 4:30 - 6pm (Make gift bags for Bluebonnet Nursing Home)
December 13   FH 3 - 4:30pm (Deliver gift bags for Bluebonnet Nursing Home)
January 8,9      FH 6pm - 9am (Lock-in at MMPC)
February 14       FH 4:30 - 6pm
March 7           FH 2 - 6pm (Departing from MMPC for a field trip to Abilene)
April 11            FH 4:30 - 6pm
May 16            Davis' Home 4 - 6pm (Swim party)

“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 - (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**

“-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

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 years theme that “God is in Control”

WHEN: Tuesdays, June  (9:00 - 11:30 am)
LOCATION: MMPC Fellowship Hall

This program is FREE 

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THE HOT SPOT - (Summer Program)

The coolest place to be this summer!

Youth entering grades 3-5... 
Fun and fellowship on weekly field trips to surrounding communities. For just $5 a week you will enjoy various activities from swimming to visiting a bread factory. Registration is required in advance in order to reserve your spot for the weekly trips. Details on the dates and locations will be coming soon.

WHEN: Wednesdays, June - August 
TIME: 1:00 - 4:00 pm
Cost:  $5, Registration required by June 1
 

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COMMUNITY VBS 2010 - (Summer Program)

“HIGH SEAS EXPEDITION”
July 19-23

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.


Mark your calendars now to join in the fun, July 19-23, as MMPC hosts the 2010 Community VBS.

Children entering grades K-5

Adult volunteers are needed for various areas during the VBS week.

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

On-line registration will come soon!

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