Newborn through Kindergarten

"Jesus said, suffer the little children, and forbid them not,to come unto Me, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven."
                                                                  Matthew 19:14

 

Sunday School

Sunday School for Preschoolers features small classes for more individual attention. Classes for ages Kindergarten and younger meet at 9:15 AM and 10:45 AM each Sunday in the Preschool Department. Our teachers use interactive learning techniques geared to individual age groups. In-service and training seminars are provided for all our preschool workers, updating them in all facets of development and teaching techniques.


Worship Services

Preschoolers may attend Sunday School at the times noted above while their parents are in worship.


Childcare

Childcare is available for children age 2 and under on Sunday evenings at 6:15 PM for the evening worship service (ages 3 and above attend AWANA). On Wednesday evenings, childcare is provided from 5:45 PM, following Family Night Supper, until 7:00 PM for children ages two and under (ages 3 and above attend Music and Mission groups). Extended childcare is available for those children whose parents attend Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal. Childcare is also provided for various special events.

 
AWANA (Approved Workmen Are Not Ashamed - 2 Timothy 2:15)

AWANA REGISTRATION for the 2009-2010 YEAR IS NOW OPEN!

AwanaSm - AWANARegisration Forms are available throughout the church or by contacting our Children's Ministry at 321-723-0561, Ext. 210. AWANA begins on August 23rd, with the End-of-the-Year Program on May 19, 2010.

AWANA is an exciting Children's Ministry program for 3 year-olds (by September 1st AND potty trained) through 6th graders. AWANA meets on Sunday evenings from 6:00 to 7:45 PM during the school calendar year.

The goal of AWANA is to teach boys and girls the Gospel of Christ and train them to serve Him. Children learn Bible verses and Bible truths as well as how to apply them to everyday life. Children also play exciting games and hear a Bible lesson each week. There is a mission focus and participation in several mission projects throughtout the year.


VBS 2010VBS Saddle - Saddle
June 7-11
9:00 A.M. - Noon
Ages 4  (by June 7th) - completed 6th Grade

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Saddle Up and Hit the Trail on Saddle Ridge Ranch!  We'll be roundin' up some of life's biggest questions and drivin' home answers as we explore the wide open spaces on Saddle Ridge Ranch.  Join us as we discover who we are, that God cares about us, God has a plan for us, how we can be like Jesus, and what do we do with all we've learned.

Be sure to join us for this exciting roundup!
Register Online today!

 
Preschool Choirs

All children’s choirs seek first to develop children as worshipers and then to help them develop musical skills, techniques, learn how to read music, and gain knowledge about musical instruments and composers.

Music Explorers is designed for children who have reached their 3rd birthday by September 1st and meets on Wednesdays during the school year at 6:00 PM. Room ED 217/218

Music Friends I is designed for 4’s and 5’s and meets on Wednesday nights during the school year at 6:00 PM. Room ED 218/219

Music Friends II is designed for Kindergarteners and meets on Wednesday nights during the school year at 6:00 PM. Room ED 219/223.


Preschool Missions

Our Preschool Mission Explorers for age 3 (by September), and Mission Friends for 4 and 5 year-olds meet in conjunction with Preschool Choirs on Wednesdays from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Preschoolers learn about missionaries and the people and places they minister to around the globe on a level they can understand.


Summer Wednesday Schedule

During the summer, our Preschooler Kindergarteners participate in Summer Discipleship and Recreation. This program combines Bible verse memorization, weekly missions emphasis, and just plain fun each Wednesday evening from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM. This program replaces Preschool Choirs and Missions which meets during the school calendar year.


FBC Melbourne Homeschool Support Group - SPLASH
(Students Playing, Learning and Serving Him)

Are you a Homeschooling Family in the Melbourne area and seeking a Christian group for education support and socialization? SPLASH, the Homeschool Support Group of FBCM is now accepting registrations. For details or to obtain a registration packet, email or visit the SPLASH - FBCM Homeschool Support Group webpage.


Special Events

A variety of special events is offered throughout the year and includes:
**Vacation Bible School
**Family Events
**Parents Night Out
**Parent & Child Dedication