Education Ministry Philosophy:

Placing a high priority on continuing Christian education, we will endeavor to use all available resources to teach biblical truths, and their application to everyday life, to people of all ages.

I have chosen the way of truth; I have set my heart on your laws. I hold fast to your statutes, O LORD; do not let me be put to shame. I run in the path of your commands, for you have set my heart free.
Ps 119:30

Class: Birth - 3 yrs.

Goals:
1. Introduce children to the Bible
2. Enforce the fact that everyone is loved by God
3. Teach children to pray
4. Teach children to sing
5. Don't just baby sit - educate!

Tools: " Bible story books " Felt boards " Children's praise and worship music " Bible coloring pages " Sunday School Curriculum " Assistance to parents

Venues: " Sunday School " Nursery

Class: 4 yrs. - 6th Grade

Goals:
1. Teach the overall picture of the Bible
2. Enforce the fact that everyone is loved by God
3. Put a high priority on Bible knowledge
4. Create a desire for personal Bible study
5. Lead children to a genuine salvation experience
6. Greater emphasis on scripture rather than application
7. Help children to develop Christian character

Tools: " Scripture based curriculum " Bible memorization " Bible knowledge competitions " Music and video " Drama / skits " Annual evaluation " Assistance to parents " Community Service

Venues: " Sunday School " Kid's Church " Annual Kid's Service " Vacation Bible School " Outreach events

Class: Youth (7th Grade - 11th Grade)

Goals:
1. Teach basic Bible doctrine
2. Enforce the fact that everyone is loved by God
3. Help young people to cultivate a personal relationship with God
4. Provide support
5. Connect Biblical truth to life situations
6. Greater emphasis on application over scripture
7. Teach peer to peer evangelism
8. Develop leadership skills
9. Help young people to develop Christian character

Tools: " Theme based curriculum " Bible memorization " Music and video " Drama / skits " Annual evaluation " Assistance to parents " Community Service

Venues: " Sunday School " Youth Group " Sunday Service " External events - concerts, conferences, etc. " Outreach events

Class: Young Adults (18-25)

Goals:
1. Bring Biblical truths into major life decisions
2. Enforce the fact that everyone is loved by God
3. Help people to discover God's plan and purpose for their lives
4. Explore key Bible truths, events, and doctrine
5. Balance of scripture and application in materials
6. Help young adults to develop and maintain a healthy personal spiritual life
7. Develop leadership skills
8. Equip for areas of ministry

Tools: " Age relevant curriculum " Music and video " Drama / skits " Community Service " Missions trips

Venues: " Sunday School " Sunday Service " External events - concerts, conferences, etc. " Outreach events " Young Adults Bible Study and/or social group " Fun activities " Home Group

Class: Adults

Goals:
1. Explore deeper spiritual truths
2. Enforce the fact that everyone is loved by God
3. Equip for areas of ministry
4. Release into areas of ministry
5. Apply Biblical truth to everyday life
6. Finish the disciple making process

Tools: " Scripture and theme based curriculum " Ministry opportunities " Topical Bible Studies " Community Service " Missions trips

Venues: " Sunday School " Sunday Service " Outreach events " Topical Bible Studies " Fellowship events " Home Group

Class: New Believers

Goals:
1. Teach overall picture of the Bible
2. Explore basic Bible doctrine
3. Create desire for personal Bible study
4. Help members discover their spiritual gifts
5. Apply Biblical truth to everyday life
6. Assimilate into regular adult class

Tools: " Scripture and theme based curriculum " Topical Bible Studies

Venues: " Sunday School " Sunday Service " New Believers Class " Fellowship events " Home Group