The mission of Children's Ministry at First Presbyterian Church is to help children know God's love through worship, creative learning, mission opportunities, and fellowship events.

Children are an integral part of our life at First Presbyterian Church.  Our children are actively engaged in all aspects of the Christian community, including worship and education.

We can't wait to see you and your children this week! We pledge to provide a loving and safe environment for your children to learn about God’s love for them.

Sunday School

8:45 and 11:15am: Godly Play worship for children age three through kindergarten, following the children's blessing.  The nursery is available for children birth to two years during worship services and the Sunday school hour.

10:00am Sunday School:

FIRST KIDS

First Kids provides three-year-olds and four-year-olds a warm, caring atmosphere for telling old stories in a new way.

• Pre-K (3 and 4 year olds) - Green Room, lower Rissman Hall
  
  
  

KIDZONE

Using the “We Believe” Rotation-Model curriculum, children from kindergarten through fifth grade learn Scripture stories through storytelling, art, science, games, and cooking!

• K-2nd grade: Red Room, lower Rissman Hall
  
• 3rd-5th grade: Multipurpose Room, lower Rissman Hall
  
   

The consensus is that this is our best Vacation Bible School ever! Here are some scenes from a wonderful week.

Children are invited to sing in the Joyful Praise Children's Choir (K-6th grade), which meets in the Sheffield Room following the children's blessing at the 11:15 worship service.  Jennifer Harvill directs.

Do you have a passion for teaching young children about God's love for them? If so, you might be the person we're looking for! First Presbyterian Day School needs a new Director.

Beginning in September 2010, we will have a new Children's Morning Out program on Tuesdays and Fridays for children who are 18-23 months old. Children who are two years of age by September 1 can enroll in our Day School, which accepts children through Pre-K. Applications are available in the Day School Office. 

Friday, May 14, 8:00pm, to Saturday, May 15, 8:00am: Bring a sleeping bag, pjs, toiletries, a snack to share, and your Bible, and get ready to spend the night in Rissman Hall! Friends are welcome. RSVP to Pastor Sarah by May 12.

Every Sunday from 8:45 a.m - 12:15 p.m. in our Sanctuary Building, we have outstanding childcare in our two nursery rooms for children age 2 and under as of September 1st. Our nursery workers are trained and qualified. Parents attending worship and/or Sunday School may request a discreet pager to be notified if they are needed.

During the Sunday School hour, toddlers will hear Bible stories and songs and do related arts and crafts activities.

We do not provide food for the infants and toddlers in the nursery. If staying longer than two hours, please consider bringing a light snack and/or a drink for your child. We will be happy to serve your child's snack to him/her upon request. Also, make sure to bring an extra diaper if needed.

First Presbyterian Church sponsors Boy Scout Troop 1, the oldest troop in Austin, together with Cub Scout Pack 1.  The Boy Scouts meet Tuesday evenings at 7:00pm; the Cub Scouts, Monday evenings at 6:00pm.

Troop #1 was honored to be the recipient of the Peace Light flame from Bethlehem during the Christmas Season. The Troop was able to share the flame with three different church congregations.

We are excited that two Webelos will be joining the troop in February with the possibility of two more who have expressed interest.

If you are interested in visiting the Troop, contact Liz Shelby at 458-9889 and scubarun@austin.rr.com or Kuruvila Mani at 478-5198 and kjmani@yahoo.com.