families

We offer a diverse range of programs and activities tailored to families, including engaging children's ministries, supportive parenting groups, and enriching family events. Learn more about resources, support, and opportunities for families to grow spiritually, build meaningful connections, and thrive together in a nurturing community environment.

Early Childhood

Discovery Cove is our weekly environment created especially for your infants (six weeks) through preschool-aged children.  We want to incite wonder and give preschoolers the first impression of their loving heavenly Father.  We desire to create a nurturing environment for your infant that shows them how their Creator cares for them.  We believe that if a child internalizes by the age of four that they are loved by God, it will greatly impact who they become.
We believe in an active, hands-on approach to learning with preschool children.  You can plan on a lot of playing, jumping, dancing, singing and laughter in every experience.  Be on the lookout for fun crafts, big games and lots of toys. We look forward to helping your preschoolers learn more about God.

It is our hope that your child will learn:
God Loves Me.
God Made Me.
Jesus Wants to Be My Friend Forever.

Please label and bring diapers, bottles / toddler cups, pacifiers, a change of clothes and other necessary items.

Elementary

At Crosswalk Kids, we believe in creating fun, engaging environments where the lessons are memorable and the leaders make a lasting impact.  

Before kids head off to middle school, we want to make sure these three things stick:
I need to make the wise choice.
I can trust God no matter what.
I should treat others the way I want to be treated.
Our upbeat large group programming features interactive worship and aims to show kids how to apply God’s Word to their life and have a relationship with him.  These experiences always include a hilarious host and a storyteller who presents the Bible story in an engaging and relevant way.

Our focus is our small group environment.  We think that the best way for a kid to know God is to know someone who knows God, and our mission is to position that important relationship in your kid’s life.  That’s why it’s important to make sure your child connects with the same friends and same leader at the same hour — every Sunday!

Students

First Students at First Christian Church is the weekly gathering dedicated to providing a place for students (6th -12th grade) to connect with Jesus, other students, and older committed leaders who are dedicated to seeing students grow in Christ. This is an awesome place to learn about Jesus, grow in relationship with Him, make some life-long friends, and of course, have fun. The staff and volunteers are all adult leaders who love hanging out with crazy teenagers!
SUNDAY NIGHT GROUP
Doors Open/Drop Off : 5:45pm
First Students Service Start Time: 6:00pm

Student Life Groups

Life Groups are the the way for students to get connected on a deeper level within our ministry. Every week our gender and grade specific life groups meet right after our large group message on Wednesdays. These groups are are up to 15 students, are led by adult leaders and meet weekly from during the school year.
Are you an adult (age 18 or over) who is interested in finding out more on volunteering or leading a group?

Parents

Parents, we want to partner with you! Sign up for our Parent Texts  by texting  ‘@clearstu’ to  81010. Also, stay connected with what is happening in our ministry by signing up for our weekly Parent Cue  emails.

Adult Volunteers

When it comes to student ministry at First Christian, we believe every student is one caring adult away from being a success story. That’s it! It’s not magic, but we know it works! We know that when a caring adult is involved in the life of a student, great stuff happens. Will you consider being one of those caring adults? Our team would love to have you join us! (By the way, we believe that you are never too old for student ministry!)

J.O.Y – Just Older Youth

J.O.Y at First Christian Church is the weekly gathering dedicated to providing a place for those ages 55 and up to connect with Jesus and others growing through the same stages in life. This is an awesome place to grow in relationship with Jesus, create great habits, and be purposeful in the legacy you will leave. Check out our gathering opportunities below!