Grove Kids seeks to partner with parents to make disciples who know Jesus, grow in Jesus, and go make disciples of Jesus.

PARTNERING WITH FAMILIES

At First Baptist Downers Grove, we believe discipleship starts at home. Our ministry programs and events are created to support and walk alongside parents and caregivers as we raise the next generation to know Jesus, grow in Jesus, and go make disciples of Jesus.

Newborn - 6th Grade

First Baptist Church of Downers Grove offers Nursery for Ages 0-2 and classes and programs for Preschool - 6th Grade. Your child will be in a safe environment where they will learn about Jesus and have a fun time doing it!

Sunday Mornings

  • If your kids are in Nursery-1st Grade, you may drop them off before service. 2nd-4th Graders come to worship with us in the sanctuary.
  • Before the message, kids are dismissed to follow their trained Kids volunteer to their age-appropriate room for the rest of the service where they will have a blast! On Communion Sundays, 2nd-4th Graders stay with their families for the whole service.
  • Kids check-in starts at 10:15 AM for the 10:30 AM service. You can save some time by pre-registering your child below.
Pre-Register

Your First Visit

Visiting us for the first time? No fear!

  • Our friendly Welcome Team will guide you to where our Kids Check-In is when you arrive.
  • We will meet your family, check your child into class, and answer any questions you may have.
  • Our trained team of volunteers will assure your kids learn and play in a safe and secure environment! Volunteers 18+ have been background checked and are DCFS-certified.
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Wednesday Nights

Weekly Programs (Sept-April) | 6:30-8:00 PM

We’d love for your family to join us on Wednesday nights as we grow in faith and community together! Whether your child is just starting to learn about Jesus or already has a foundation, there’s something here for everyone. Come to our West Entrance (adjacent to Lincoln Center) any Wednesday night to join in on the fun!

 

Preschool - 2nd Grade: Awana

Our youngest kids participate in Awana, a gospel-centered curriculum designed to help children understand and memorize God’s Word. Awana stands for "Approved Workmen Are Not Ashamed" (2 Timothy 2:15), and it’s packed with Bible stories, games, and hands-on activities your child will love.

 

3rd - 6th Grade: Rooted & Ready

Upper elementary kids will dig into the Book of Acts in our brand-new program, Rooted & Ready, designed to help pre-teens grow in faith, community, and confidence in sharing the gospel.

Vacation Bible School

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 had an amazing time at VBS sharing the love of Jesus with the Downers Grove community! We'll see you next June!

OUR DIRECTOR

Jennifer Guo

Children's Ministries Director

Jennifer began as an intern in 2024 and now serves as our Director as well as an Aide at Downers Grove Christian School. She loves encouraging children toward milestones in their relationship with Jesus. Jennifer is inspired by the ways that the Lord uses children as great blessings for the kingdom of God.

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