Grove Kids seeks to partner with parents to make disciples who know Jesus, grow in Jesus, and go share Jesus with others!

Know

We strive to help kids know who God is. We teach God's Word, pointing them to the character of God and the Gospel. 

Grow

We don't want kids to just know God, but to grow in their relationship with Him and others. 

Go

We are all called to be evangelists, even kids! We want to equip kids to share with others who God is and what He has done in their lives. 

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Sunday Mornings

First Baptist Church of Downers Grove offers Nursery and groups for Preschool - 5th grade. Your child will learn about Jesus and have fun with kids their age in a safe environment!

 

Sunday School starts at 9 AM and meets at the same time as our adult classes. Children's Church starts at 10:30 AM for Nursery - 1st Grade. 2nd - 5th Graders sit with their families in the service before they are dismissed for Children's Church around 11 AM.

 

On Communion Sundays, 2nd - 5th Graders stay in the sanctuary for the whole service. 

 

Age Groups:

Nursery (Ages 0-2)

Preschool (Ages 3&4)

Kindergarten & 1st Grade

2nd & 3rd Grade

4th & 5th Grade

YOUR FIRST VISIT

Visiting us for the first time? Our Welcome Team will direct you to Kids Check-In. Kids Check-in starts at 8:45 AM for Sunday School and at 10:15 AM for the Worship Service. Save some time on your first visit by pre-registering your child.

 

Once we meet your family, we will guide you through the check-in process and answer any questions you may have. We can't wait to meet you!

Pre-Register My Kids

SAFETY

Grove Kids volunteers are trained to create an atmosphere where families can confidently leave their children while they are in service. Every volunteer over 18 is screened with a background check and DCFS-certified. Don't worry parents - we've got this! If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Church Office.

Vacation Bible School | VBS

 

Vacation Bible School ministers to kids entering Preschool - 5th Grade in Downers Grove and its surrounding communities. Our VBS in Downers Grove is an awesome experience that shows the love of Jesus to kids!

 

We are so excited for this summer's Vacation Bible School, June 9-13! You can pre-register online by May 31. Pre-registration helps us tremendously with planning! If you don't pre-register in time, you can register at the door any night of VBS.

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Awana

 

Awana is a gospel-centered children's program for preschool - 5th grade (September - April). Awana stands for "Approved Workmen Are Not Ashamed" (based on 2 Timothy 2:15). Awana revolves around children memorizing the Word of God while having fun! It is an amazing opportunity for your child to engage with children and learn the Word of God.

 

We host special "theme nights" throughout the year like Pajama Night, Hawaiian Night, and Sports Team Night. At the end of the year, the kids enjoy Carnival Night, and parents are invited to celebrate Awards Night.

 

Come visit us on Wednesday night at 6 PM to register your child. Awana runs from 6:15-7:30 PM.

About Awana

Our Children's Ministries Director

Mike Leonard

Mike and his wife have been members of First Baptist Church since 2017 and have two young children. Mike has volunteered in AWANA, VBS, and Youth Group. He has also served as a Trustee and is currently on the Deacon Board.

 

Before coming to First Baptist, Mike and his wife led children’s programs for 10 years at their former church. For Mike, it has been an absolute blessing to watch people, young and old, grow in Christ. 

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