Kids Ministries
Children in our community are brimming with joy and potential, even as they navigate the challenges inherent in growing up in under-resourced neighborhoods. Their dual-culture reality will one day be one of their greatest strengths, but as kids it presents some confusing challenges. We love to create a safe environment for kids to belong and dream big dreams as they embrace their cultural identity, develop their gifts, and grow in a relationship with Christ.
Kids Adelante
Our Kids Adelante program is for kids ages 5-12. This dynamic outreach program introduces kids to Jesus in a relational environment. A typical night includes 50-70 kids, structured and unstructured games, songs, and age-appropriate small group lessons. Kids Adelante meets on Thursday nights from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Volunteers serve weekly as small group leaders for a group of 6-10 kids over the course of a 12-week trimester.
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Leaders In Training (LIT)
Making disciples requires a life-on-life investment serving, sharing life, and sharing Jesus. Our Leaders-in-Training program for kids creates a context for disciple-making with kids in our neighborhood. Each year we choose up to 21 standout kids to participate in Leaders-In-Training. LIT is a year-long after-school enrichment and discipling program. Two afternoons each week we work hard on academics and spiritual and character development, giving the kids opportunities for leadership and creative exploration that they wouldn't likely receive elsewhere in our urban context. Volunteers serve weekly as tutors on the afternoon of their choice, over the course of a school year. As we grow together, we form mentoring relationships with the kids, modeling the love and character of Christ. Kids who have participated in LIT have gone on to become leaders in our community, have gained entrance into better high schools, and have even received scholarships to attend college.
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LIT Volunteer Interest Form - Monday and Wednesday afternoons
Adelante Arts Community
Our Adelante Arts Community provides creative and interactive opportunities for kids from all places to come together to develop skills in music, dance, and other arts. A typical night includes an initial group session to share a song and a small devotional followed by classes based on artistic interest. Volunteers serve weekly on Monday nights over a 12-week trimester.