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Victory in the Garden
Sunday, Mar 12, 2023
At RRBC we strive to offer a ministry where children are loved and led in God's love.
Mission Statement:
To supplement the family in reaching kids and helping them to become fully devoted followers of Christ.
The purpose of the children’s ministry
...is not to take full responsibility of the child’s spiritual growth; we are to come along your side is assisting them in their growth and development.
The result is that children
...grow into Christian adults and fulfill the great commission. Matthew 28: 19-20
Our model verse is 1 Timothy 1:16 “However, for this reason I obtained mercy, that in me first Jesus Christ might show all long-suffering, as a pattern to those who are going to believe on Him for everlasting life.”
Therefore based on this verse the “pattern” for parents and leaders is following Christ and together we will lead children to be followers of Christ.
Our purpose is accomplished through the home & church through Sunday School, Word of Life on Wednesday, Summer Camp, and Choir.
10 Core values of the Children’s Ministry
Value One: Anointed teaching is the method for transformation in the lives of children. Romans 12:7, 2 Tim. 3:16-17, James 1:23-25
Value Two: Lost children matter to God and therefore matter to the children’s ministry. Luke 5: 30-32, 15: 1-32, Matthew 18:4
Value Three: The children’s ministry should be culturally relevant while remaining doctrinally pure. I Cor. 9:19-23
Value Four: Followers of Christ should manifest authenticity and yearn for continuous spiritual growth. Eph. 4;25-26, Heb. 12:1, Phil 1:6
Value Five: The children’s ministry should operate as a unified body of servants with men and women utilizing their spiritual gifts and ministry callings. I Cor. 12:14, Romans 12, Eph. 4, Psalm 133:1
Value Six: Loving relationships and positive attitudes should permeate every aspect of the children’s ministry. I Cor. 13, Neh. 3, Luke 10:1, John 12:34-35
Value Seven: Small groups are the best environment for life changes to happen for accountability to take place. Luke 6: 12-13, Acts 2: 44-47
Value Eight: Excellence honors God and inspires people. Col. 3:17, Malachi 1: 6-14, Proverbs 27:17
Value Nine: The children’s ministry should be led by men and women with leadership gifts with a strategic focus and serving with an intentional purpose. Nehemiah 1-2, Romans 12:8, Acts 6: 2-5
Value Ten: Every believer should pursue a life fully devoted to Christ and his cause. 2 Cor. 8:7, Phil. 2: 1-11, 1 Kings 11:4
The 4 practical ways we apply this mission statement through Wednesdays:
1. Bible Teaching – 2 Tim. 3:16-17
2. Small Groups – Luke 6: 12-13
3. Daily personal quiet time and prayer – 2 Tim. 3:15
4. Scripture Memory – Psalm 119:11
Imagine a generation of kids growing up expecting God to save people through the local church
Sunday School Classes - Sundays at 9:30am
3RD - 5TH GRADES – MELISSA ADAMS & CHRIS HARRIS - CHILDREN’S BUILDING
A very energetic class that focuses on young students learning lessons from the Bible that they can take with them to school and home. God wants us to invest early in our kids to learn about His Word, and we take that very seriously because we love the Lord and love your children. We count it an honor to serve as teachers of God’s Word.
2ND GRADE – JOEY & CELIA TRAYLOR - CHILDREN’S BUILDING
Our 2nd grade class discovers what God says in the Bible. From our lessons students learn to apply God’s word to their world. Every student learns the Gospel and that God wants us to share it with everyone. We reinforce learning with fun puzzles and quizzes.
1ST GRADE – DIAN TULLY - LOWER LEVEL OLD SANCTUARY
The children are learning the books of the New Testament. We have game time, Bible Study time, and snack time each Sunday. Come join us and have fun learning about Jesus and His Word
Safety
All teachers are required to submit to a thorough background check. In addition all teacher helpers must attend regular training.