Children's Ministry

Hillside Christian Church Children's Ministry

hildren have always played an important role in the plan of God. Here at Hillside, we want to provide an environment in which children are safe, are taught at an age appropriate level and are encouraged to develop a relationship with Jesus Christ. Below are the opportunities for your child to get involved. Children are a high priority at Hillside! Please note that nursery care is provided during all services (infant through 2 years).

Upcoming Events

Bake Sale - February 4-5

Meet at the church on Saturday from 10:00a - 12:00p to bake, decorate and package our baked goods. Bake sale will be Sunday in the fellowship hall.

Jr. Bash - April 20-21 @ MBC

3rd to 5th graders go on an overnight trip to Maranatha Bible Camp to get a preview of what's coming this summer. Cost is $35. There is a $10 late fee for registrations received after April 4. Go to the Maranatha website http://maranathabiblecamp.org/ for more information.

The Sandwich - March 9-10 @ MBC

For middleschoolers, this event will be held at Maranatha Bible Camp. Cost is $35. There is a $10 late fee for registrations received after February 29. Go to the Maranatha website http://maranathabiblecamp.org/ for more information.

Summer Camp @ MBC

It's time to start planning for summer camp at Maranatha Bible Camp! Our summer camp dates are:

Junior (Grades 5-6): June 10 - 13
Kids Camp (Grades 2-4): June 14 - 16
Beginner Day (Grades K-1): June 23

So...mark your calendars and visit http://maranathabiblecamp.org/ for more information.

Other Activities - Dates to be Determined

Incredible Pizza Day Fundraiser

Stationary Card Kits Fundraiser

Spring Sonbeam Lock-In

Current Events

Scripture Challenge

Kids age Pre-Kindergarten through 5th grade are invited to sharpen their swords with the knowledge of scripture through their ABC's. Each letter of the alphabet has a corresponding scripture. A prize will be given when the challenge has been completed. Pick up your copy at the Children's Ministry bulletin board in the fellowship hall.

Sunday Morning

Sunday School begins at 9:00 a.m. Caring teachers provide hands on lessons of Jesus’ life, as well as exploring in depth the timeline of the Old and New Testaments. Classes are provided for children ages two through high school. Nursery is available for younger tots. Children’s Church is provided during Worship Services at 10:00 a.m. for children up through 5th grade.

Sunday Evening

Youth Group, Youth Fellowship, and Sunbeams are just some of the activities on Sunday evenings, beginning at 6:00 p.m. Creative teachers utilize various imaginative opportunities to plant God’s principles in young hearts.

Wednesday Evening

While adult study is taking place in the Fellowship Hall at 7:00 p.m., children are learning together in classes designed just for their age and interests. High action classes provide excellent opportunities for them to develop a hunger and knowledge of Jesus’s plan for our lives. Activities are available for ages Pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade.

Vacation Bible School

It happens each summer...Hillside ‘rocks’ with kids, teachers, and helpers in a dynamic week of Vacation Bible School every year in July. Classrooms are ‘transformed’ into theme, setting the stage for Bible stories played out by dedicated and enthusiastic teachers. Children earn about Jesus as Savior and Lord, as well as other Bible principles through the memorable week, concluding with a special program for parents and friends. Click on the link in the lefthand column to view pictures from our 2011 VBS - "Time Travel".

Summer Camp

Inspiring Speakers, Daring Devotions, Hilarious Fun, Thoughtful Worship, Deep Friendships Maranatha Bible Camp, located near Everton, Mo., provides summer opportunities for kids ages kindergarten through high school. Devotions, worship, Bible study, recreation, friendships, and...of course, great food are just some of the experiences youth come home telling about. Swimming, baseball, frisbee, Bible lessons, and devotions set the stage for an enjoyable and memorable camp experience.

Funfest

Creativity abounds! Our annual fall fun party for elementary aged kids in the Marshfield community is the October Funfest. This alternative to traditional Halloween activities offers games, booths, prizes, candy, a maze and characters in costume...all in one creative event. Check out pictures from our 2010 Funfest! .

Christmas Program

Presenting the real Christmas story has become a dramatic highlight of our children’s ministry. Practice begins in October and includes roles for the very young through young adults, culminating in December with a musical and dramatic presentation complete with props and costumes. Kids look forward to being part of this yearly presentation.