Our Next Generation Ministry includes groups from babies to college and existS to advance the Gospel
through a biblical strategy collaborating with parents, leaders, and students for their spiritual formation.
FIRST FRIENDS
First Friends is dedicated to preparing the next generation to serve in God’s Kingdom. We are partnering with parents to provide the spiritual,
social, physical and emotional ingredients necessary to form a firm foundation for life.
SUNDAY
ON SUNDAY MORNINGS, CHILDREN, SIX-WEEKS THROUGH AGE FIVE ARE ASSIGNED TO PRESCHOOL ROOMS BASED ON THEIR DATE OF BIRTH.
THEY ARE LOVED AND CARED FOR IN THEIR CLASSROOM, ALLOWING THEIR PARENTS TO ATTEND SMALL GROUPS AND CORPORATE WORSHIP WITHOUT WORRY OR CONCERN.
WEDNESDAY
First Friends loves participating in our Awana Clubs. Puggles® recognizes the learning ability of 2 1/2 and 3-year olds by introducing biblical truth at church and equipping parents to teach them at home, while Cubbies® celebrates the spiritual potential of preschoolers (3- to 5-year olds) by helping them develop respect for God, His Son and His Word. For information on our Awana Clubs program, please see the First Kids Wednesday tab.
REGISTRATION
AWANA CHILD REGISTRATIONAWANA VOLUNTEER REGISTRATION
RESOURCES FOR AWANA CLUBBERS AND LEADERS:
AWANA MANUALAWANA THEME CALENDARSCRIPTURE MEMORIZATION HELPs
SICK CHILDREN
For the protection of all children, parents are asked not to drop off a sick child. Upon the recommendation of the Committee on control of Infectious Diseases of the American Academy of Pediatrics, a child should not be taken from home when any of the following exist:
• A fever, vomiting or diarrhea currently or within the previous 24 hours
• Any symptom of a childhood disease such as scarlet fever, measles, mumps, chickenpox or whooping cough
• Common Cold-from onset through one week
• Sore throat, Croup or persistent cough or green runny nose
• Any unexplained rash
• Head lice
• Pink eye or other eye infection
• Hand, foot and mouth disease
If a child develops a fever or other symptoms of illness while at church, he/she will be isolated and the parents contacted to take the child home.
MEET YOUR MINISTRY LEADER
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Shelly Straher is our director of First Friends. In her spare time, you can find her enjoying an ice cream |
PARENT RESOURCES
Along with the rest of Next Generation Ministry, we teach The Gospel Project, which immerses preschoolers in the gospel through every story, theological concept, and call to mission from Genesis to Revelation. Ultimately, the gospel message changes everything; heart transformation can only take place when a child experiences the gospel. Through The Gospel Project for Kids, preschoolers will understand that the Bible is not just a collection of stories, but one unified story—God’s story of redemption.
FAQS
- When is childcare offered in First Friends?
- We can’t wait to minister to your child during Sunday services at 9:30am and 11am.
- How do I know my child is going to be well taken care of and safe?
- The safety and security of all children is top priority. We have secured and monitored areas where our children learn and play, as well as a security team that is available if needed. All of our adult team members have passed background checks to ensure another layer of safety.
- Each week
- We will be taking temperatures before admitting all our kiddos.
- We will not be serving snack at this time.
- Limited contact check in.
- Bring no items from home with the exception of bottles and diapers.
- We want to keep your child clean and happy! Please provide the necessary items for diapering your child. These items should be in a bag, clearly marked with the child’s name. For sanitation reasons, we encourage parents to provide disposable diapers. We will check diapers often and change diapers at least every two hours.
- Bottle fed and nursing babies
- Infants will be fed formula, milk, juice or water in bottles, if provided by the parent. Bottles must be ready to feed and have instructions for warming. A private nursing area is available.
- Sick children
- For the protection of all children, parents are asked not to drop off a sick child. Upon the recommendation of the Committee on Control of Infectious Diseases of the American Academy of Pediatrics, a child should not be taken from home when any of the following exist:
- A fever, vomiting or diarrhea currently or within the previous 24 hours
- Any symptom of a childhood disease such as scarlet fever, measles, mumps, chickenpox or whooping cough
- Common Cold-from onset through one week
- Sore throat, Croup, persistent cough or green runny nose
- Any unexplained rash
- Head lice
- Pink eye or other eye infection
- Hand, foot and mouth disease
- If a child develops a fever or other symptoms of illness while at church, he/she will be isolated and the parents contacted to take the child home.
- For the protection of all children, parents are asked not to drop off a sick child. Upon the recommendation of the Committee on Control of Infectious Diseases of the American Academy of Pediatrics, a child should not be taken from home when any of the following exist:
- What ages is First Friends for?
- Children, six-weeks through age five are assigned to preschool rooms based on their date of birth.
- How do I find First Friends?
- The map below should help you locate the First Friends lobby.
- How do I pick my child up?
- To ensure security during pick up times, parents must present the ticket issued at check-in that day.
- What if I am needed during my small group time or during the worship service?
- If your attention is required, we will alert you by putting your child’s ticket number on the screen in the main service, texting your phone, or finding you at the room number provided at check-in.
- What will my child be doing while in First Friends?
- Our programming focuses teaching toddlers God’s word and that He loves them very much!
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FIRST KIDS
First Kids strives to come alongside parents as they raise kids, Kindergarten through 5TH Grade. Kids are taught the love of God through
connections made with our wonderful First Kids Team. We strive to make every moment we have with them count for the glory of God.
SUNDAY
When does First Kids meet? - First Kids currently offers two identical one-hour large groups at 9:30 and 11 am on Sundays. Please arrive no earlier than 15 minutes prior to the service to give us time to sanitize. In Kids Worship, we worship God in a way that is fun and understandable for your children. We use the Gospel Project which take kids on a Christ-centered, chronological journey through Scripture. Kids will discover how the gospel unfolds from Genesis through Revelation. When kids truly experience the gospel, their hearts are transformed. It is the gospel, not good behavior, that changes everything.
Our First Kids Plus+ Class takes place at 11 a.m. for children who are here for both the 9:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. services. In First Kids Plus+ kids will have serious fun as they learn how to apply their weekly Bible lesson to their daily life. First Kids Plus+ will be a safe, fast-moving, Bible-centered fun time as loving leaders will help the kids expand on their Kids Worship lesson by rotating from:
- high energy socially distanced games
- delicious individually packaged snacks
- safe and creative crafts
- exciting hands-on mission projects and stories
- fun, age-appropriate Bible videos
How do I know my child is going to be well taken care of and safe? The safety and security of all children is top priority. We have secured and monitored areas where our children learn, as well as a security team that is available if needed. All of our adult volunteers have passed background checks to ensure another layer of safety.
What ages is First Kids for? First Kids is for children who are currently in K-5th Grade!
How do I find First Kids? The map below should help you locate the First Kids lobby!
How do I check my child in? All kids must be checked in at the Welcome Counter in the First Kids Lobby. Our family greeter will take your child's temperature and will safely check your child into their proper group.
How do I pick my child up? You will be given a printed receipt that is necessary to pick up your child.
How do I stay connected with all things going on in First Kids? We have a parent e-newsletter that lets you know what is going on in First Kids. Click here to join!
WEDNESDAY (AWANA Clubs)
First Baptist Church of Arnold's AWANA Clubs is for children two-and-a-half years old (born 02/01/2019) through fifth grade. The goal of AWANA Clubs is to reach boys and girls with the gospel of Christ and train them to serve Him.
“The name AWANA is an acrostic which stands for "Approved Workmen Are Not Ashamed" and is taken from 2 Timothy 2:15. AWANA provides a special place for your children to make new friends, play exciting games, compete in rewarding and challenging contests, receive awards as reinforcements for their good performance, and have opportunities to learn and memorize God's Word, the Bible.
Sparks® ignites the curiosity of early elementary-age kids, Kindergarten- 2ND grade, to learn about the people and events of the Bible, building a foundation of wisdom for knowing Christ.
The T&T (Truth & Training) curriculum teaches kids 3RD – 5TH grade the truth of God's Word, and trains them to follow Him and practice His grace.
Our 2021 – 2022 Awana Club year is from Wednesday, Sept 8, 2021 – May 11, 2022. Our clubs meet from 6:30 – 8 p.m. Click “Awana Manual” below for detailed information about our Awana Clubs
REGISTRATION
AWANA CHILD REGISTRATIONAWANA VOLUNTEER REGISTRATION
RESOURCES FOR AWANA CLUBBERS, PARENTS AND LEADERS:
AWANA MANUALAWANA THEME CALENDARFIRST KIDS CHILD SAFETY POLICYNightly Schedule
RESOURCES FOR SPARKS:
Pacing ScheduleHandbook Progression Chart
RESOURCES FOR T&T CLUBS:
Handbook Pacing ScheduleParent Letter
KIDS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS
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SICK CHILDREN
For the protection of all children, parents are asked not to drop off a sick child. Upon the recommendation of the Committee on control of Infectious Diseases of the American Academy of Pediatrics, a child should not be taken from home when any of the following exist:
• A fever, vomiting or diarrhea currently or within the previous 24 hours
• Any symptom of a childhood disease such as scarlet fever, measles, mumps, chickenpox or whooping cough
• Common Cold-from onset through one week
• Sore throat, Croup or persistent cough or green runny nose
• Any unexplained rash
• Head lice
• Pink eye or other eye infection
• Hand, foot and mouth disease
If a child develops a fever or other symptoms of illness while at church, he/she will be isolated and the parents contacted to take the child home.
MEET YOUR MINISTRY LEADER
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PARENT RESOURCES
Along with the rest of Next Generation Ministry, we teach The Gospel Project, which immerses preschoolers in the gospel through every story, theological concept, and call to mission from Genesis to Revelation. Ultimately, the gospel message changes everything; heart transformation can only take place when a child experiences the gospel. Through The Gospel Project for Kids, preschoolers will understand that the Bible is not just a collection of stories, but one unified story—God’s story of redemption.
FAQS
- When does First Kids meet?
- We have two identical one-hour large groups at 9:30 and 11 am on Sundays. Please arrive no earlier than 15 minutes prior to the service to give us time to sanitize.
- For those who are not yet ready to gather on our campus, we will continue to equip your family to study the bible at home with the FREE Lifeway Kids at Home online pass experience. Lifeway Kids at Home includes a video session along with a downloadable activity page and conversation starters. To receive the Kids at Home material, please email us at
- How do I know my child is going to be well taken care of and safe?
- The safety and security of all children is top priority. We have secured and monitored areas where our children learn, as well as a security team that is available if needed. All of our adult volunteers have passed background checks to ensure another layer of safety.
- What ages is First Kids for?
- First Kids is for children who have completed K-5th Grade!
- How do I find First Kids?
- The map below should help you locate the First Kids lobby!
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- How do I check my child in?
- All kids must be checked in at the Welcome Counter in the First Kids Lobby and use limited contact with the help of our First Kids Team.
- How do I pick my child up?
- You will be given a printed receipt that is necessary to pick up your child.
- What will my child be doing while in First Kids?
- In Kids Worship, we worship God in a way that is fun and understandable for your children.
- How do I stay connected with all things going on in First Kids?
- We have a parent e-newsletter that lets you know what is going on in First Kids. Click here to join!
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UPCOMING EVENTS
TRUNK OR TREAT
On Sunday afternoon October 24, from 3-6pm, we will host a tremendous community family event - our annual Trunk or Treat. Not only will we have lots of candy for the kids, we will have fun inflatables for preschool and elementary age children, a petting zoo, pony rides, stilt walkers, jugglers and performances by Kinetic Tapestry Circus Troupe. All of the above is FREE!!!! There will also be food vendors with food items for sale.
Church Members: To make this a success, we will need lots of help. Please donate candy in the designated areas of our church lobby beginning October 3. If you would like to decorate your vehicle in a fun theme for the event or volunteer in other areas, please scan or click the QR code below.
Sign-up for our First Kids E-Newsletter
To stay informed on all First Kids have going on click here to subscribe to our newsletter.
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SEGUE
SEGUE | MIDDLE SCHOOL
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SUNDAY
Segue gathers on Sunday mornings in the Upper Fellowship Hall at 11:00AM to join together in corporate worship, and we end in the Lower Fellowship Hall in small groups, which are divided by grade and gender.
On Sundays, we teach from The Gospel Project curriculum and meet in our small groups each week. This is a 3 year curriculum that walks through the Bible and looks at how everything from beginning to end points to Jesus and the cross.
WEDNESDAY
On Wednesday nights, we gather in the Lower Fellowship Hall at 6:30pm. During our time together, we’ll look at foundational Biblical principles and discuss how they relate to the student’s everyday lives. Whether it’s their family relationships, social pressure they face at school, or struggling to find their place in the world, students will be challenged to find their identity in Jesus alone.
SOCIAL MEDIA
MEET YOUR MINISTRY LEADER
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PARENT RESOURCES
Our desire is to come alongside and be a supplement to you as a parent in the spiritual growth of your student. We want to challenge your student to grow in their faith as well as provide you with resources to help you in the spiritual development of your student. Below are some resources that we think can be beneficial to you. If you have specific questions or are looking other resources, don’t hesitate to contact us!
THE GOSPEL PROJECT
Along with the rest of Next Generation Ministry, the student ministries teach The Gospel Project, which immerses students in the gospel through every story, theological concept, and call to mission from Genesis to Revelation. Ultimately, the gospel message changes everything; heart transformation can only take place when a student experiences the gospel. Through The Gospel Project for Students, students will understand that the Bible is not just a collection of stories, but one unified story—God’s story of redemption.
HELPFUL WEBSITES
CENTER FOR PARENT YOUTH UNDERSTANDING - Insightful information on current trends within the student culture.
PLUGGED IN - Resource from Focus on the Family with reviews on current movies and TV shows from a Christian perspective.
CHOOSE-NOW MINISTRIES - Tips and articles on many different issues including monitoring your student’s social media.
ANSWERS & ISSUES E-BOOK - great resource to help you answer some of the tough questions your students ask on biblical topics.
HELPFUL ARTICLES
EMAIL NEWSLETTER
Find out what we are teaching in Synergy and Segue on Sunday and Wednesdays, events that are coming up, as well as ways you can help serve in student ministry.
SUBSCRIBE TO THE SEGUE (MIDDLE SCHOOL) NEWSLETTER SUBSCRIBE TO THE SYNERGY (HIGH SCHOOL) NEWSLETTER
FAQS
- What ages is Segue for?
- Segue is for middle school students grades 6-8.
- How do I find Segue?
- The map below should help you locate where Segue meets!
- The map below should help you locate where Segue meets!
- Sunday Meeting Time
- Segue gathers on Sunday mornings in the Upper Fellowship Hall at 11:00AM to join together in corporate worship, and we end in the Lower Fellowship Hall in small groups, which are divided by grade and gender.
- Wednesday Meeting Time
- Segue meets on Wednesday evening in the Lower Fellowship Hall from 6:30PM-8PM for a time of games, fellowship, worship and teaching.
- Do I need to check my student in/out for Segue?
- We do not require parents to check their middle school student in for Segue on Sunday mornings or Wednesday nights. We do check the student in, but parents do not have to be present or show a receipt in order for their student to leave when the service is over.
- What if I am in my small group during 9:30am, where does my student go?
- Most of our Segue students sit together in the 9:30am service. Below is a picture on where our middle schoolers usually sit together.
- What will my student be doing while in Segue?
- On Sunday mornings, we meet in the Upper Fellowship Hall for a time of student led worship as well as interactive teaching and and we end in the Lower Fellowship Hall in small groups, which are divided by grade and gender.
- On Wednesday evenings, your student will participate in a night of fun and looking at God’s word. We talk about biblical topics that students are wrestling with and have fun stuff like games, videos and theme nights!
- How do I stay connected with all things going on in student ministry?
- We have a parent e-newsletter that lets you know what is going on in student ministry. Click here to join!
- Segue promotion
- For students moving into 6th grade for the 2020-2021 school year, Segue can’t wait to welcome you! August 30 will be the first Sunday that you will be in Segue the entire day! We can’t wait to get started!
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SYNERGY
SYNERGY | HIGH SCHOOL
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SUNDAY
Synergy gathers on Sunday mornings in the Upper Fellowship Hall at 9:30AM for worship together and then ends in the Lower Fellowship Hall in small groups, which are divided by grade and gender.
On Sundays, we teach from The Gospel Project curriculum and meet in our small groups each week. This is a 3 year curriculum that walks through the Bible and looks at how everything from beginning to end points to Jesus and the cross.
WEDNESDAY
On Wednesday nights, we gather in the Upper Fellowship Hall at 6:30pm. During our time together, we’ll look at foundational Biblical principles and discuss how they relate to the student’s everyday lives. Whether it’s their family relationships, social pressure they face at school, or struggling to find their place in the world, students will be challenged to find their identity in Jesus alone.
SOCIAL MEDIA
MEET YOUR MINISTRY LEADER
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Tom Bell is our student pastor and covers all things student ministry as well as leading out in
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PARENT RESOURCES
Our desire is to come alongside and be a supplement to you as a parent in the spiritual growth of your student. We want to challenge your student to grow in their faith as well as provide you with resources to help you in the spiritual development of your student. Below are some resources that we think can be beneficial to you. If you have specific questions or are looking other resources, don’t hesitate to contact us!
THE GOSPEL PROJECT
Along with the rest of Next Generation Ministry, the student ministries teach The Gospel Project, which immerses students in the gospel through every story, theological concept, and call to mission from Genesis to Revelation. Ultimately, the gospel message changes everything; heart transformation can only take place when a student experiences the gospel. Through The Gospel Project for Students, students will understand that the Bible is not just a collection of stories, but one unified story—God’s story of redemption.
HELPFUL WEBSITES
CENTER FOR PARENT YOUTH UNDERSTANDING - Insightful information on current trends within the student culture.
PLUGGED IN - Resource from Focus on the Family with reviews on current movies and TV shows from a Christian perspective.
CHOOSE-NOW MINISTRIES - Tips and articles on many different issues including monitoring your student’s social media.
ANSWERS & ISSUES E-BOOK - great resource to help you answer some of the tough questions your students ask on biblical topics.
HELPFUL ARTICLES
EMAIL NEWSLETTER
Find out what we are teaching in Synergy and Segue on Sunday and Wednesdays, events that are coming up, as well as ways you can help serve in student ministry.
SUBSCRIBE TO THE SEGUE (MIDDLE SCHOOL) NEWSLETTER SUBSCRIBE TO THE SYNERGY (HIGH SCHOOL) NEWSLETTER
FAQS
- What ages is Synergy for?
- Synergy is for high school students, who are currently in grades 9-12.
- How do I find Synergy?
- The map below should help you locate where Synergy meets!
- Sunday Meeting Time
- Synergy gathers on Sunday mornings in the Upper Fellowship Hall at 9:30AM for worship together and then ends in the Lower Fellowship Hall in small groups, which are divided by grade and gender.
- Wednesday Meeting Time
- Synergy meets on Wednesday evening in the Upper Fellowship Hall from 6:30PM-8PM for a time of games, fellowship, worship and teaching.
- Do I need to check my student in/out for Synergy?
- We do not require parents to check their high school student in for Synergy on Sunday mornings or Wednesday nights. We do check the student in, but parents do not have to be present or show a receipt in order for their student to leave when the service is over.
- What if I am in my small group during 11am, where does my student go?
- Most of our Synergy students and leaders sit in the 11am service. If your student needs someone to sit with, we would be happy to find a family or group for them!
- What will my student be doing while in Synergy?
- On Sunday mornings, we meet in the Fellowship Hall for a time of hanging out and community, followed by small group Bible study led by our adult leaders. On Wednesday evenings, our time together is focused on topical teaching, hanging out and playing games!
- How do I stay connected with all things going on in student ministry?
- We have a parent e-newsletter that lets you know what is going on in student ministry. Click here to join!
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REVIVE
The collegiate ministry is a part of the Next Generation team and is specifically designed to meet the unique needs of college-aged young adults, ages 18-25.
We do this through a variety of experiences that help college-aged young adults nurture a relationship with Christ in a loving community,
as they navigate the challenges of this pivotal life-stage.
SUNDAY
On Sunday mornings, Revive meets in the College Building (located between lot H and G) at 9:30AM for a time of community and Small Group Bible study.
This is a great place to enjoy a coffee, meet peers and study God's word in a small group.
We teach from The Gospel Project curriculum each week. This is a 3 year curriculum that walks through the Bible and looks at how everything from
beginning to end points to Jesus and the cross.
DOWNLOAD THE GOSPEL PROJECT APP:
WEDNESDAY
On Wednesday nights, Revive meets in the College Building (located between lot H and G) at 6:30PM for a time of study, worship and prayer.
Topics include godly life, godly relationships, Jesus and the cross, spiritual gifts, and more.
MEET YOUR MINISTRY LEADER
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Tyler Skrobonja leads our collegiate ministry, Revive. Tyler and his wife Taylor spend lots of quality time with |
RESOURCES
We wish to provide you with thoughtful and trustworthy resources that can supplement and encourage you on your journey to learn more about the God of the Bible, Jesus Christ, the Holy Spirit, The Bible, and how to navigate through life in a Biblical way.
With that being said, each of these ministries are led by humans and therefore are open possible to error and omissions. The thoughts, opinions and beliefs expressed throughout do not necessarily represent those of Revive or First Baptist Church of Arnold.
The resources represented serve only as a recommendation. Please use these resources as a supplement only and use discernment as you consider the information given.
THEOLOGY - DESIRING GODEVANGELISM - RADICALAPOLOGETICS - RZIM
THEOLOGY - BIBLE PROJECTTHEOLOGY - GOSPEL IN LIFEFUN - DUDE PERFECT
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FAQS
- What ages is Revive for?
- Revive is for young adults, ages 18-25.
- What if I am college-aged, but not in college?
- If you are not enrolled in college, you are still more than welcome to join us in Revive if you are between the ages of 18-25. If you are over 25, check out the our Resolve ministry by clicking here!
- How do I find Revive?
- The map below should help you locate where Revive meets!
- Sunday Meeting Time
- On Sunday mornings, Revive meets in the College Building (located between lot H and G) at 9:30AM for a time of community and Small Group Bible study. This is a great place to enjoy a coffee, meet peers and study God's word in a small group.
- Wednesday Meeting Time
- On Wednesday evening, Revive meets in the College Building (located between lot H and G) at 9:30AM for a time of community and large group worship and teaching.
- What does Revive study?
- Revive studies The Gospel Project on Sunday mornings, in small group settings, divided by gender. We want to help students nurture a relationship with Christ in a loving community as they navigate the challenges of this life-stage.
- How do I stay connected with all things going on in college ministry?
- We have a Revive e-newsletter that lets you know what is going on in college ministry. Click here to join!
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UPCOMING EVENTS
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TRUNK OR TREAT
On Sunday afternoon October 24, from 3-6pm, we will host a tremendous community family event - our annual Trunk or Treat. Not only will we have lots of candy for the kids, we will have fun inflatables for preschool and elementary age children, a petting zoo, pony rides, stilt walkers, jugglers and performances by Kinetic Tapestry Circus Troupe. All of the above is FREE!!!! There will also be food vendors with food items for sale.
Church Members: To make this a success, we will need lots of help. Please donate candy in the designated areas of our church lobby beginning October 3. If you would like to decorate your vehicle in a fun theme for the event or volunteer in other areas, please scan or click the QR code below.
