Christian Education
Included here is very important information on Sunday School, the Nursery and Vacation Bible School. For additional information and official responsibilities, visit CE Ministry Team.
Sunday School
Here are the programs we offer:
Infant–3 year olds Program This wonderful class is located in the nursery downstairs. We use a simple curriculum that teaches through the use of stories, song, and plays the important message of how much Jesus loves us all. Melissa is our Nursery Coordinator and Teacher. She offers a stability and warmth for our littlest church members. Nursery is available during the 8:30 a.m. service and the 10 a.m. service.
4 year olds & Kindergarten Program This class is located downstairs in Sunday School room 4. This is a wonderful program designed for those transitional years between leaving the nursery and heading for older classes. They have a lot of fun on Sunday mornings. This class is held during the 10 a.m. worship service. Mrs. Wheeler is the teacher this year and she comes to us with many years of experience.  1st–5th grade Program
There are two wonderful classes for these two age groups. The 1st–3rd grade class meets downstairs in class room 2. We are using a brand new curriculum this year, BUZZ. The kids seem to love this interactive Bible based program. We have a dedicated group of ladies that rotate  monthly in the teacher and helper positions. The second group, 4th–5th graders, meets downstairs in room 3. This class is lead by Mrs. Mandeville. She has creatively combined two wonderful curriculums, BUZZ and HANDS ON BIBLE. This class is much more in-depth, taking children a little deeper into the Bible, and their walk with God. 6th–12th grade Program This program is conducted in the newly reconstructed Lighthouse across the street. Please see Lighthouse Youth Ministry for more details. There is a wonderful coffee time between services (9:30 – 10 a.m.). Adults can enjoy coffee and a treat in the Fellowship Hall. Children are welcome to head downstairs to their classrooms for treats and some fun before their classes start. Lighthouse kids also have their own snacks during this time.
Parenting Class This class for parents is conducted in the Fellowship Hall, across from the Sanctuary, during the 10 a.m. worship service.
Topical Sunday School Classes
These classes take place in the Fellowship Hall, across from the Sanctuary, during the 10 a.m. worship service.
September 26 – October 10, a class led by Paul Welch entitled, American Artists - Art in the Church
October 24 – December 19, Stan Holzhauer will lead a class on Reformation and Reform Theology.
In January, John West will teach a class on Grace.
Nursery
 Our capable staff cares for our little ones during the service. The nursery is located on the lower level.
Nursery Information
Library
Our church library now has over 2,200 items in support of Christian Education. There are books (fiction, non-fiction and reference), videos, DVDs, magazines and Christian music CDs for all age groups. If you would like an item added to the collection, please fill out the request form available in the library. Come in and see what we have for you!
Vacation Bible School
PandaMania came to Elk Rapids!
From music to snacks and everything in between, each part of PandaMania VBS was intentionally designed to focus on the things that matter—connecting kids to God—and eliminating the things that don’t. It was about preparing each child’s heart to receive the gospel message in an unforgettable way. as well as enabling kids to share God’s love with others.
PandaMania VBS was intentionally designed to connect kids to God, create change in their hearts, and give them opportunities to share God’s love with others.
Start children off on the way they should go,
and even when they are old they will not turn from it.
– Proverbs 22:6
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