MVC KIDS
Birth - 6th GradeWe want children to know how much God loves them and delights in them. Our desire is for them to know and experience God’s love in a way that changes their life and the lives of those around them.
We thank God for every child that comes to MVC and every opportunity we have to introduce them to Jesus. As a children’s ministry team, we are continuously working to provide safe, fun, and exceptional ministry opportunities for your children.
SUNDAY MORNING
8:30 – 9:45am Formation Hour
Formation hour is open to all our children, infant through 6th grade, and occurs in the hour and a half before the service. We will be learning about “The Story of God” and growing in our understanding of God and his love together. All children will check in at the CMB and receive a name tag before going to their classes. Infants through kindergarten may remain in their classes through the service. First through 6th grade will join their families in the service before being dismissed for Sunday School.
10:00 a.m. Service
Sunday School is available for all children ages 3 months through 6th grade. All children will check in at the CMB (Children’s Ministry Building) and receive a name tag. Elementary aged children (grades 1-6) will attend the Sunday morning worship service with their families and then be released for children’s church & youth group after worship. Upon release from the family gathering, Elementary children will meet their leaders in the courtyard and be escorted to the CMB. Grades 1-4 will be in CMB 232, and 5th and 6th grades will be in CMB 231.
At the end of the worship service, guardians will need to pick up children in grades 1-4 from the upstairs room in the CMB. Children in grades 5-6 will be released from the classroom to join their guardian in the courtyard.
Tru Clubs
Tru Clubs are part of the MVC Kids Ministry on Wednesday nights at Monte Vista Chapel specifically for children ages 3 years through 4th grade. Committed to creating environments that nurture each child’s journey in learning about God and following Jesus, we value teaching God’s Word to plainly display God’s grand narrative. With Jesus as the central character, each of us is invited to participate in the continuation of God’s story today. In addition to reading and learning from the Bible, we also believe that growing relationships with other Christ-followers provides rich opportunities to grow closer to God. We hope that children who participate in Tru Clubs would walk away knowing that they are known and deeply loved by God.
What Does a Tru Club Night Look Like? Worship . Scripture . Discipleship . Play
Each club level offers a time of worship, Bible lesson, a time of reflection and guided discussion, plus a game or craft time. There will also be a monthly “Remember Verse” that each club will learn together, encompassing that month’s theme. Themes include Storytelling, Identity, Faith Community, Serving, Stepping outside of your Comfort Zones, Responsibility, Love & Respect for God and Others, Knowing God, Graceful Course Correction, and Modeling Jesus.
There is no fee for Tru Clubs! We meet Wednesday nights from 6:30-8pm in the CMB.
THE HUDDLE
The Huddle is a place where preteens can connect, belong, and grow as they prepare for the transition to junior high. Designed specifically for 5th and 6th graders, The Huddle provides a fun, welcoming environment where students can ask honest questions, build authentic friendships, and discover what it means to follow Jesus in their everyday lives.
Each Wednesday night from 6:30 – 8pm, students gather for engaging games, meaningful conversations, biblical teaching, and small-group discussion that encourages them to own their faith and live it out. We believe these preteen years are a pivotal season, and our desire is to equip students with a strong foundation in God’s Word while helping them develop confidence, character, and Christ-centered relationships.
What Does a Huddle Night Look Like? Worship – Games and Connection Activities – Relevant, Bible-centered teaching – small group discussion – prayer and discipleship
Whether your student is just beginning to explore faith or is ready to take the next step in following Jesus, The Huddle is a place where they will be known, encouraged, challenged, and reminded that they are deeply loved by God.
FAMILY DEDICATIONS
Monte Vista Chapel values children as equal participants in the body of Christ. We believe that all children are created in God’s own image and are a gift from Him (Gen. 1:26; Psalm 127: 3-5). We desire to partner with parents and legal guardians in raising their children in a way that puts Christ’s love on display. This gives children the opportunity to experience God’s goodness and truth.
We recognize that child dedications do not grant a child salvation —God’s love and grace allow each individual to make the decision to follow Christ for themselves (John 3:16; Acts 4:11-12; Romans 10:9-13). Therefore, a child dedication is simply a public declaration of a parent or guardian’s desire and devotion to pursue the following as they raise their children to do the same:
Grow in a love and trust in God above all else
Follow the model and teachings of Jesus
Gracefully obey and cooperate with the Holy Spirit
Participate in the kingdom of God
In addition to the parents or legal guardian making a declaration, the Monte Vista Chapel Family will affirm their desire and also commit to partner alongside the family.
Click the button below for the most current dates and to register your family. For more information, questions or help registering, email Ashley Mutchler!
Ashley Mutchler
Children's Ministry