What is Kids Club?

Kids Club is an energetic, engaging ministry for our community kids. The purpose of Kids Club is to demonstrate the love of Jesus to the children in YouthWorks' communities while giving your youth an opportunity to serve in a meaningful way.

What will we do at Kids Club?

Kids Club is geared to kids ages 5-10 and runs Monday through Thursday every week once school is out of session. The community kids will be taught about the love of Jesus through a summer-long curriculum authored by YouthWorks. In addition to the Bible story presentation, the kids will play games, make crafts, spend time reading and sing energetic songs.

Will we be able to give a Gospel presentation?

The message of salvation is an integral part of our summer-long curriculum. However, it is more obvious in certain weeks than in others. The YouthWorks' staff working with Kids Club throughout the summer will be able to give you a clear picture of how the weekly stories tie together to present a consistent message. What you do while on site will play a crucial role in teaching the kids about Jesus' love for them and His desire to be loved by them in return. We will work together to go beyond simply telling them of this love - we'll show them His love as well.

What is the role of our youth at Kids Club?

Your youth will hold the primary responsibility to lead the programmatic details of Kids Club. They will lead the games, songs, crafts and the Bible story presentation. Our staff will equip and empower them to do so by providing the necessary materials, guides and direction.

What is the role of adult leaders at Kids Club?

The role of adult leaders is multi-faceted. One responsibility at many of our sites will be to transport community kids to and from the Kids Club site. Adult leaders will assist the Kids Club staff in providing direction for the youth as they plan and implement the afternoon’s activities. Another way to support the ministry of Kids Club is to help with crowd control and discipline of the community kids.

Who comes to Kids Club?

The kids that come to YouthWorks Kids Clubs are from a variety of backgrounds, and Kids Clubs vary in size depending on the community. These kids have not necessarily grown up in a church, and many come from tough family situations. As a result, Kids Club may feel a little chaotic compared to children's programming at your own church. Our staff will help you understand the particular needs of the kids at your Kids Club and the best way to show them love and care.

Where is Kids Club held?

Our first choice is to host Kids Club at a local church, which allows for a powerful partnership with the community. Other possibilities include community centers, parks or even our housing site. Transportation to Kids Club can be a challenge if kids do not live within a safe walking distance of the Kids Club location. In those cases, your adult leaders will most likely be asked to transport kids in your vehicles between Kids Club and the homes of the children.

How can / should we prepare for Kids Club?

The best way to prepare is to come with an open heart and mind so you can be a part of the ministry to community kids that happens all summer long. An overview of the Kids Club curriculum will be available in April to give you an idea of what Kids Club will look like and the weekly themes and scriptures that community kids will interact with throughout the summer. During your Pre-Trip Call with your Site Director, you will find out more specifics about what Kids Club will look like during your mission week. This call also gives you an opportunity to ask if there are any additional craft supplies or other materials that you can bring and donate to the ministry for summer use. Once on site, your Kids Club staff person will lead you through the planning and preparation process for your week.

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