KID CONNECTION is a PS-5 program designed to meet the needs of the children of our congregation and the community.  It is a program which makes learning biblical stories enjoyable, builds a sense of community for elementary students, and is highly relevant to today's kids.  In short, it CONNECTS!

A typical session begins with snacks at 3:25 P.M. on Wednesdays, followed by music, Bible story, crafts, and games in a large group. Then kids gather in small groups to connect with their leaders and dive deeper into the lesson.

What is special about KID CONNECTION? 

Connects kids to God with lessons that are thoroughly biblical and Reformed in their integration of head, heart, and hands.

Connects church to community through lessons that work in outreach ministries.



Kid Connection meets on Wednesday afternoons during the school year. The children are served a snack at 3:30-3:45. There is a large group story, singing, games, and small group time. 

 Note: If Hancock School has an early out for weather or PLCs, we will not meet.

Kid Connection Schedule

First Semester

WELCOME BACK Kids and Adults! Our theme for this year is GROWING IN GOD’s LOVE.

September 15: Jesus Shows His Friends that He Is Alive Again from Luke 24:13-49. Memory Work: Matthew 28:18-20.

September 22: Jesus Shows Himself to Thomas from John 20:19-31. Memory Work: Matthew 28:18-20.

September 29: The Disciples Have Breakfast on the Beach with Jesus from John 21:1-17. Memory Work: Matthew 28:18-20.

October 6: Go! (The Great Commission) from Matthew 28:18-20. Memory Work: Matthew 28:18-20.

October 13: Pentecost, The Holy Spirit Comes from Acts 2:1-41. Memory Work Psalm 51:10-12.

October 20: NO KID CONNECTION, EDUCATION MINNESOTA WEEK.

October 27: Peter Heals a Paralyzed Man from Acts 3:1-10. Harvest Celebration with special snack and craft. Memory Work Psalm 51:10-12.

November 3: NO KID CONNECTION. EARLY DISMISSAL AT HANCOCK.

November 10: Peter Is Rescued from Prison from Acts 12:1-19.

Memory Work Psalm 51:10-12.

November 17: Roadblock! (Paul Meets Jesus) from Acts 9:1-31.

Memory Work Acts 16:30-31.

November 24: NO KID CONNECTION. THANKSGIVING.

December 1: Paul and Silas in Prison from Acts 16:16-40. Special Thanksgiving craft. Memory Work Acts 16:30-31.

December 8: Paul Is in a Shipwreck from Acts 27.

Memory Work Acts 16:30-31.

December 15: Shepherds and Wisemen Visit Baby Jesus from Luke 2 and 3. Christmas celebration with special snack and craft.

December 22: NO KID CONNECTION. CHRISTMAS.

December 29: NO KID CONNECTION. CHRISTMAS.

January 5: Creation from Genesis 1:1-2:3. Memory Work: Psalm 19:1-2.



Staff

Linda Shank is the director of Kid Connection. She is the first person to greet your child. She also does large group meetings with snacks, crafts, games, and telling Bible stories.

Lorrie Joos is a team member for small group meetings with the upper elementary grades, during which time she applies biblical truth to real-life situations. She also enjoys music. She adds her keyboard and vocal abilities to every meeting.

 Debra Newhouse is a team member for small group meetings with the lower elementary grades, during which time she reviews the story, applies is to real-life situations, and helps students memorize God's holy word, the Bible. 

 Betty Noordmans is a team member for small group meetings with the lower elementary grades, helping young students participate fully in the learning. She also has a servant's heart. She enjoys greeting students and serving them delicious snacks, helping them transition from their school day to the social engagement during snack and game time.

Kid Connection also has helpers from junior high who are eager to help students participate by being assistants to Linda.