Chime Time

"I am the church, you are the church, we are the church together. All who follow Jesus, all around the world, yes, we're the church together. The church is not a building, the church is not a steeple, the church is not a resting place, the church is the people. I am the church, you are the church, we are the church together."

When the children hear this song, they know it is time to come to the front of the church to hear the children's lesson. The presenter often summarizes the Sunday morning message for the children. After the message and prayer, the children collect nonperishable food which is donated to the Flagstaff food bank.

Church School Kick-Off

A celebration is held the second Sunday in September to kick off the church school year. The day starts with a parade with balloons and teachers are introduced. An all-church fellowship with a potluck lunch follows the church service.

Trick or Treat for UNICEF

In October, the chime time message emphasizes community and world service. On the Sunday prior to Halloween, the children come dressed in their Halloween costumes and trick or treat for UNICEF during chime time.

Halloween Party

The kids and their parents gather at the church for Halloween games, goodies, and pumpkin carving.

Christmas Pageant

Every child (from 3 years and older) has a role in the annual Christmas play presented to the congregation. It is a time when they can be the"Stars" of the congregation.

Easter Egg Hunt

Before the church service on Easter morning, there is an all-church brunch and an Easter egg hunt for the children. Children come with their baskets (extras are available) and hunt for eggs hidden on the church grounds.

May Day Baskets

The children decorate May Day baskets and then fill them with flowering plants and cards. The baskets are distributed to selected church members by the children.

Movie and Pizza Party

The children celebrate the end of the church school year with a movie and pizza party. This is for the kids in junior and youth classes.

Bible Presentations

The pastor presents Bibles to children completing the third grade at the conclusion of the church school year.