Through the love of Christ, First Baptist Church Children’s Ministry welcomes, accepts, includes, and loves all children and their families.
Faith formation is one of the highest priorities of First Baptist Church. On Sunday mornings, we offer age-appropriate classes taught by dedicated persons of faith. Children interact with their teachers and learn Bible stories with their peers though interactive play. It is in this classroom setting that children birth through fifth grade begin to explore the concepts of faith and what following Christ means in their lives.
Sunday School Class Offerings
Preschool - Age 3-5 year old: Nursery below the sanctuary
Kindergarten - Second Grade: Third floor youth and children’s building
Third - Fifth Grade: Third floor youth and children’s building
Music Maker’s Choir
Children in grades K - 5th are invited to participate in 30 min. of choir before Sunday School. During choir student learn the fundamentals of reading music. They play rhythm instruments and learn basic performance skills. They also rehearse worship music to share with the congregation.
First Baptist Church of Marion recognizes the importance of families worshipping together. Children of all ages are welcome and appreciated during worship. There are a variety of resources available to help each family feel comfortable during their time of worship. Nursery and preschool areas are accessible for families with infants through five-year old, if needed.
Kindergarteners and up are encouraged to participate in service. There are Kid’s Worship Bags located at the annex entrance to the sanctuary. These bags contain a variety of items to maintain attention of children during worship. Children are also invited to participate weekly in the Children’s Sermons offered during worship. Children’s Sermons are five to seven minutes in length and teach the sermon texts in a simpler form that children can relate with. Our preschool children come up and participate in this special time of worship as well. Children go back to their respective places, either to their preschool class or to their families once this special time has concluded.
There are also a variety of resources available for families with special needs children. The black canvas bags located on the Kid’s Worship Bag stations at the annex entrance to the sanctuary contain various tools that may prove helpful to families. There are fidget tools and noise canceling headphones.
Also, there is a Transition Room located on the ground floor of the main church building. This area is designed as a quiet space for any child or family who needs help transitioning to the regular worship routine. The room has two rocking chairs, a changing table, and a baby bed, as well as an activity table, blocks, and calming toys for older children. Families and caregivers can still participate in worship through the in-room televised service.
Kids on Mission is a monthly opportunity for children of all ages to learn about what it means to be on mission for Christ through a biblically based knowledge of God’s justice and mercy freely given to all people and an awareness of societal injustice locally and globally. They’ll learn about FBC Marion’s partnership with local missions entities as well as partnerships with Cooperative Baptist Fellowship Field Personnel supporting the global church. They’ll also carry out the missional goals of FBC Marion by creating and leading missions projects.
The Children’s Committee strives to create a healthy and loving environment for children and their families to grow in Christ. We offer a variety of activities for families within our church and community to be a part of. Here is a list of standing activities but be sure to keep your eyes focused on the First Baptist Church of Marion Facebook page for announcements of other fun outings and gatherings throughout the church year.
“Hi, my name is Nora and I am 7 years old. I’ve had a relationship with Jesus and I got baptized and I really wanted my sins to be taken away... and... I’ve read Bible with my mama and... I really like to be in church.”
“Hi, I am Luke Roberts I am 9 years old and... I was saved at the age of 8. I had this Bible verse at school in my head and it started making me think and then I got saved in my bed by myself then I got baptized.”