Partnering with Parents and Families
we want them to:
- Love Jesus. Love others.
- Know how to make wise choices.
- Know that the Bible is our source of Truth.
- Know that they can trust God, no matter what.
Sunday Morning
KAC KidzChurch (elementary kids)
- Please register through the weekly Sunday morning church registration link
- Kids ages 4-11 are welcome
- During both 9am and 11am services
- Kids participate in worship with their family and then join us for a lesson and fun
- Each family gets their own circle rug and pencil pouch to keep things COVID friendly
- Masks required
Preschool (ages 3-5)
- 9AM service only
- After worship, kids are met in the foyer by their leaders and checked in
- They will meet you back in the foyer for dismissal with the elementary kids
- Masks required. We'll do our best to help them manage it!
- We are using GROWkids Curriculum. Your preschooler will be learning the same lesson as the older kids but on their level.
Nursery
- 9 AM service only at this time
- Kids birth - 3
- If your child needs you, their ID number will appear on screen in the Worship Center
Security
- All workers are pre-screened with a background check and follow "Safe-Place" guidelines
- Security measures are in place in all our classrooms and all kids are checked in before entering a room
- Children are only dismissed to the adult with the matching ID tag
Parent Rooms
In the back of our Worship Center you'll find the Quiet Corner. This sound proof room lets you engage in the service, even with a chatty little one! Private nursing rooms are also here with video feed of the service, a changing table and just quiet!
Special Needs
If your child has special needs and would like to participate in our Sunday School Ministry, please contact Carolyn Kiddy to discuss needs and options. We have an inclusive ministry and will do our best to work with you and your child.
How do I sign up?
All Kids can Register Here
COVID Schedule
We're excited to get back to our small groups but we have some changes.
- 3 sessions, 4 weeks long each
- You will need to sign up for each one. This means workers and kids don't need to commit if you're traveling, have sports, etc.
- We'll do our best to keep kids with like ages but specific groups will depend on number of workers and kids and room capacity
- Session 1: Jan. 21-Feb 11. We'll be studying 4 spiritual habits that will launch us into 2021 with God
- Session 2: March 4-March 25. We'll study the life of David
- Session 3: April 15-May 6. Stay tuned for our topic!
- Volunteers and kids can use the same registration link
When Does CrossTraining Meet?
Thursday nights, 6:15-7:45pm (Cubbies, our 3-4yr olds, gets out at 7:30)
End of September-End of April
What do CrossTraining groups look like?
- 50% Bible time, Discussion and Prayer
- 50% Activity time
- 8-12 kids per group
- 3 SGLs (Small Group Leaders) per group
Why are small groups good for kids?
- Small groups create a safe place for kids
- Small group leaders have the time and ability to invest in the kids and build authentic relationships
- Leaders can lead with authentic faith, encouraging kids in their spiritual walk also
Will CrossTraining Groups support parents?
- YES! We only have them for 1.5 hours during the week. Parents are still the primary disciple-making force in a child's life.
- Resources will be provided on how to engage kids in conversation about what they are learning
- SGLs will be building relationships with parents as they drop off and pickup, or even other times as applicable, in order to support the family
- Parents may be invited to assist occasionally with a group or activity, further plugging them into this faith community
KAC CarePoints for Kidz
KidZone
- Supervised childcare, just for fun. It's a break for parents and kids!
- Bring your own water bottle!
- COVID procedures in place including masks at all times and health screening at the door.
- Teens are welcome to sign up to help using the same link
- Stay tuned for future dates
Open Gym Time
Our Gym is available for you to use upon special request
- You may bring up to 20 people with you
- Health screening and mask protocols in place in the building.
- Due to current standards, Masks will be required at all times, even in the gym.
- You are responsible to supervise the kids with you.
For more information or to request a slot, email Carolyn Kiddy
- Your kit will include 8 days of Devotional Cards with verses, songs, talking prompts and more.
- Each day's devo should take about 5-10 minutes. Set aside time before naps, bedtime or dinner.
- This is NOT the same as the Resurrection eggs. We chose to focus on the whole gospel instead of just the events of Holy week. Feel free to add those conversations. We want to make sure kids understand who Jesus is and what He means to them.
- Each child in your house will get their own set of eggs with the daily symbol inside so everyone's hands are busy!
- You will want to increase the "drama" by not letting them look ahead.
- There are also extra activities included if you want to add to your Holy Week festivities.
Kidz Events
Daddy Daughter Date
Each February we host a time for Dad and Daughter to go out together and enjoy uninterrupted conversation!
Vacation Bible Clubs- -Backyard style
In 2020 we hosted our first ever Backyard Bible Clubs and it was a great success! Kids, parents, grandparents and teens all over WNY worshipped and learned about Jesus in their yards, living rooms, friends' houses, parks..... And we got to partner with Cornerstone Church on Grand Island. We look forward to more opportunities like this!
Fall Fest
Traditionally we have hosted a BIG fall party at the end of October. 2020 will look different but we look forward to a great time.
Kidz In Action
Pinewood Derby
Big Group Worship
Daddy Daughter Date
VBS 2020
Stepping Stones
VBS God Sightings
Backyard VBS!
Backyard VBS kits
Advent Boxes
Join our KACkidz Team
Do you enjoy kids?
Are you ready to show them Jesus?
Here's your chance.
Requirements:
- complete the application
- pass a background check
- attend KAC more than 6 months prior to application
- be in 6th grade or higher
This helps our church provide a safe and secure environment for those who participate in our program and use our facilities. We reserve the right to deny an application based upon information given. ALL INFORMATION GIVEN IS CONFIDENTIAL.
Carolyn Kiddy
