Our Vision
& Mission

To impact our community for Christ, one child & one family at a time.

Our mission is to help children know, love, and follow Jesus in a safe and Christ-centered environment. We want kids to have a heart for JESUS.

We believe FAC Kids can be a place where every child can BEGIN, BELONG, and BELIEVE.

Begin

We want each child to discover who Jesus is and that he loves them no matter what! FAC Kids is a safe and welcoming place where kids can be kids and discover the Bible in creative and meaningful ways. This is a place where kids can BEGIN their faith journey, seeking and finding out who Jesus is and what He has done for each and every one of them.

Belong

We want kids to BELONG. When kids come through the doors, we want to greet them warmly and assist them in fostering friendships with peers. We want to provide opportunities for kids and families to build community with each other. We want to get to know kids so that they feel seen, heard, and valued.

Believe

We want kids to BELIEVE. We want them to know their Savior, Jesus, and know he is the way, the truth, and the life. He forgives our sins. He is always there for us. We want to give kids the opportunity to hear the gospel message and make a decision to follow Christ! We want them to learn to hear the Holy Spirit and follow God’s commands.

About FAC Kids

Sunday Mornings

Children can be checked in during our 11am service.

Elementary (Kindergarten–5th Grade)

This is a place where elementary-aged kids share life and build friendships while they learn about God’s love and His Word. Kids spend part of their time in age-appropriate small groups before coming together for games, worship, and a Bible lesson with our FAC Kids team leaders.

Nursery & Pre-K

FAC Kids Nursery and Pre-K classes provide a safe place for children from birth through Pre-K to explore and discover Jesus in creative and meaningful ways. Our FAC Kids team leaders provide age-appropriate activities and care for your child.

FAC Kids Praise & Prayer Nights

FAC Kids Praise and Prayer Nights happen on the first Wednesday of each month from September through May and coincide with our churchwide Encounter Nights.

Children begin the evening worshipping with their families in the main sanctuary before splitting into small groups with FAC Kids leaders. In their small groups, kids participate in hands-on activities that help them learn how to praise and pray.

FAC Kids Playdates

FAC Kids Playdates happen on the third Thursday of each month from September through May.

Kids and parents or caregivers gather for free play and organized activities, along with a short object lesson, devotional, and craft or art activity.

These playdates are an opportunity for parents, caregivers, and children to connect, begin forming friendships, and encourage one another.

Events

Throughout the year, FAC Kids hosts a variety of events that give kids and their families opportunities to connect with one another, grow in their faith, and have FUN!

These events also give our leaders opportunities to build relationships with kids, families, and one another.

Events may include Popsicles in the Park, Vacation Bible School, Movie Nights, Christmas parties, and other special events.

 
Child Dedications
 

FAC is honored to walk alongside your family as you commit your child (ages 6 and under) to God and mark this joyful milestone!

To learn more about what we believe about child dedications and access the prerequisite resources, click the link below.

Learn more About Child Dedications

Serve with FAC Kids

Serving with FAC Kids is an opportunity to invest in the lives of children and families while growing in your own faith.

If you have a heart for Jesus and for kids, there are many ways to serve.

Sunday Morning Serving Opportunities

    • Groups are broken down into grade groups: Pre-K, K–1, 2–3, 4–5 boys, 4–5 girls

    • Lead small group in engaging games, activities, and reviewing the lesson of the day

    • Build relationships with children and parents

    • Outline of lesson and activities are provided for you

    • Assist and support the small group leader by engaging with kids and activities

    • Help kids stay on task by reminding them of rules and expectations

    • Help kids complete tasks as necessary

    • Build relationships with kids and parents

    • Be an example in the room to follow

    • Be a buddy to kids who need that extra support

    • Check in kids and welcome families

    • Smile and be friendly and helpful

    • Gather information from new families attending FAC

    • Be familiar with FAC Kids format and happenings to answer questions that may arise

    • In some instances, guide kids to their prospective rooms and/or give a tour of our children’s facilities

    • Large group time—run the computer, which includes slides, videos, and a soundboard (K–5)

    • Once large group is over, shut everything down

    • ”Host” for the morning large group meeting

    • Greet kids in large group, review memory verse for the month, lead a large group game, recap the video lesson, and pray with the group

    • Energetic, enthusiastic, and comfortable having fun!

    • Be a good communicator—Sunday’s “face” for FAC Kids

    • Keep babies safe and engaged during church service

    • Make sure diapers are clean and needs are met

    • Give rest to parents and caretakers

    • Begin to foster relationships with children and families attending

 

Other Serving Opportunities

    • Help brainstorm and execute varied themed kids and family nights about four times per year.

    • Passion and enthusiasm for fostering relationships between kids and parents/caregivers

    • Attend meetings as necessary, prep, attend the event, and tear down afterward

    • Time commitment: varies

    • Help brainstorm and execute ways to impact kids in our community

      • Examples: VBS team, Popsicles in the Park, activities in the community

    • Friendly, welcoming, kind, conversational

    • Interested in meeting new people and inviting them to FAC

    • Heart for people

    • Likes to help others

    • Sharing Jesus in tangible ways

    • 1st Wednesday night of the month (happening alongside) with Encounter: Prayer and Worship Nights

    • Sit with children during opening worship

    • Supervise kids to their designated room

    • Lead devotion/discussion, activity, and prayer provided for you to follow

    • Provide care for babies in the nursery only

    • 3rd Thursdays of the month

    • Provide appropriate play activities for children

    • Encourage parents/caregivers

    • Demonstrate craft activity

    • Present object lesson/devotional

 

Ready to Serve?

Serving with FAC Kids requires a heart for Jesus and kids, along with a commitment to nurturing children’s faith safely and lovingly.

To serve with FAC Kids, volunteers must meet FAC’s ministry requirements, including regular attendance and required background clearances. Adult volunteers must maintain current clearances as required by FAC.

Apply to Serve with FAC Kids

Questions?

If you have questions about FAC Kids or serving with the FAC Kids team, contact:

 

Amy DiStefano
Children’s Ministry Director
adistefano@facerie.org
814-833-9862 x248

Abbie Ream
Children’s Ministry Assistant
aream@facerie.org
814-833-9862 x239