We recognize that the preschool years are filled with astounding growth and rapid development. We also recognize that this development was created by God. We know that children between birth and six years learn over half of all they will learn in life during these formative years. This is a critical time of foundation building for all that will follow.

The mission of First Friends is to love preschoolers and their families into a closer relationship with Jesus. We strive to provide a safe and secure environment where every child learns from the Bible through Bible conversations, singing, centers, and group time.

Learning from the Bible

Every time young children come to our church, they are taught from the Bible. The smallest babies hear the comforting words, “Jesus loves you.” Older twos begin to hear simplified Bible stories as they eat a snack. Older Pre-Ks and Kindergartners hear complete Bible stories and related verses in group time. We believe that we have great opportunities to use Bible songs, verses, stories, pictures and related activities with young children to make Bible learning fun and exciting.

23
Feb
Parent Commitment Ceremony
Feb, 23 2020 @ 3:00 pm - The Loop Campus (Chapel)
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Apr
NextGen Training Day
Apr, 26 2020 @ 12:30 pm - The Loop Campus ()
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Jun
VBS 2020
Jun, 22 2020 @ 9:00 am - The Loop Campus ()
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Mar

NextGen Israel Family Trip
Mar, 11 2021 - Off Campus ()
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Parent Commitment

Parent Commitment is a three-fold commitment available to our parents of new babies under 12 months old: Pre-Parent Commitment Class, Parent Commitment Ceremony, and a commitment to serve.

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Sundays

Life Bible Study + Heartland @ 9:15a, 11a, and 5p

In addition to building a foundation of faith, Sunday provides one of the best times for children to learn and interact with others of the same age. Children from birth to three years hear stories about Jesus, play and explore in their classroom during the two hours parents are in Life Bible Study and the worship service.

Much like their parents, older preschoolers (4s-Kindergarten) transition from Life Bible Study to worship in Heartland, an age-appropriate worship experience where they sing, hear a message from the Bible and participate in interactive stations, reinforcing the lesson taught earlier in Life Bible Study.

Wednesdays

Worship + Mission Friends @ 6–8:30p

Mission Friends is our Wednesday night gathering where birth through Kindergarten can explore Biblical truths, missionaries from around the world, and other cultures. While parents attend a MidLink gathering, children will learn about Mission Friends and participate in group worship with their class or go to Kid’s choir.

Babies-1s — Wee Praise
2s-3s — WOW Worship
4s-K — High Five Kids’ Choir

Our Wednesday evening programs follow the MidLink schedule. For more details on breaks, MidLink Cafe, or other activities, please visit our campus-wide Wednesday Evenings page.

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Growing Our Souls

Life Bible Studies and Milestone Classes are our main vehicles for growing our souls closer to God. They provide a place for us to explore the beauty and mystery of God's Word.

Life Bible Studies