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Children

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Our goal for children is to help them know without any doubt that God loves them.  We also seek to help children build positive relationships with each other and with adults who can nurture a healthy faith that will grow throughout their lives.  If you have more questions about our Children's programs, you may contact our Family Ministries Coordinator, Laura Hatler.

Children in Worship
​All children are welcome to remain with their parents or caregivers during worship services.  We believe it is vital for children and adults to share worship together, so children will understand and want to be in worship when they are older.  Other worshipers at FCC will be thrilled to see children participating and engaged in worshiping God!  

Children's Worship Space
Our Children's Worship Space is located on the north side of the sanctuary, towards the front.  This space is for children up to age 6 and their parent or guardian.  It is designed for families with young children to experience worship in a comfortable and open way, encouraging quiet conversation and play in a place where little ones can see and hear what is happening and therefore be more engaged.

Sunday School
Sunday School classes for children K-5 are scheduled from 9:00 a.m. to 9:45 a.m.  They begin their time with Sacred Space (a time of centering and prayer) and then split into two classes: K-3rd and 4th-5th grades.  With committed and talented teachers and age-appropriate curriculum, children learn through Bible study and a variety of creative arts, games, drama, and crafts.  Service and mission projects round out a program that encourages the spiritual growth and faith development of each child.

Monthly Children's Church
​On the first Sunday of each month, we provide a special program for children to have their own worship service, in order to learn about the elements of worship in a developmentally appropriate style.  On these Sundays, children will participate in the first part of the regular worship service, and then go with our Sunday School teachers to Children’s Church.

Nursery
Nursery and child care is provided from 8:30-11:45 for infants and children through age 5.  Children in the nursery receive excellent care and have an age-appropriate curriculum of color, music, and play that teaches them about God’s great love for them.

Parent's Night Out
On the first Friday of every month, the church provides a Parent’s Night Out, where parents with children Infant-5th grade may drop their kids off from 6:00-10:00 to spend the evening with our nursery staff. Children will participate in a fun program.  Reservations are required via email to  our Nursery Directors no later than one week before a Parent's Night Out.

Regional Summer Camp
During the summer, children are invited to gather with others in the Central Rocky Mountain Region (Colorado, Wyoming, Utah, Northern New Mexico, and Southeastern Idaho).  Camp is not just a fun time with friends, but can also be a life-changing experience that helps young people to build a foundation of faith that lasts the rest of their lives.  FCC is committed to helping children and youth attend camps and retreats, and will pay half the cost for every child who wants to attend.
 
You can read more about camp from our Region's Website.

Discovery (completed grades 1-3) This two-night camp gives younger children an opportunity to discover what camp is like without being away from home for an entire week.
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Junior Camp (completed grades 3-5) This is the youngest of three week-long camp opportunities for children and youth of the region.

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16 East Platte Avenue
​Colorado Springs, CO 80903
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