New Story Kids
At New Story Church we are committed to reaching our children with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Club 316 is gearing up for 2023; will you be joining us?
Join us this summer for a New Story Kids version of summer camp meets VBS.
Over five weeks this summer kids aged 3-11 are invited to join us for high-energy team games, a bible message and fun with friends. This summer, kids will be split into teams by age! Kids will help their teams win points each week by wearing their team color, memorizing the bible verse, and bringing a friend!
Why "Club 316?" - 'For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life" - John 3:16
Wednesdays from 6-7:45pm at church!
*This summer we are extending Club 316 to end at 7:45pm - which is different than previous years! So please make a note!
Open to kids ages 3-11
(Kids over age 12 and up can be junior counselors this year!)
To make this an awesome and memorable summer for your kids, we need YOUR help - please indicate on the second page if you are able and willing to step into a volunteer role.
If you have any questions, please email Betsey.
Over five weeks this summer kids aged 3-11 are invited to join us for high-energy team games, a bible message and fun with friends. This summer, kids will be split into teams by age! Kids will help their teams win points each week by wearing their team color, memorizing the bible verse, and bringing a friend!
- They will have a Bible message where they will learn truths from God's Word that will impact their lives and hearts. This years theme: THE POWER OF JESUS!
- They will play fun, high energy games!
- They will make new friends and connect with leaders!
Why "Club 316?" - 'For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life" - John 3:16
Wednesdays from 6-7:45pm at church!
*This summer we are extending Club 316 to end at 7:45pm - which is different than previous years! So please make a note!
- June 21
- June 28
- July 5
- July 12
- July 19
Open to kids ages 3-11
(Kids over age 12 and up can be junior counselors this year!)
To make this an awesome and memorable summer for your kids, we need YOUR help - please indicate on the second page if you are able and willing to step into a volunteer role.
If you have any questions, please email Betsey.
FAQ for New Story Kids
What should I expect on Sunday morning?
If you are a first time visitor, you will get checked in at the New Story Kids check in desk, receive a fun welcome bag, and you and your kids will be walked to each of their classrooms.
We provide Sunday School for children aged 0-5th grade during both of our services at 9am and 10:45am. All rooms will be clearly marked and our Kid's Ministry Director will be there to answer any questions you have.
Safety and Security Policies:
When your kids are checked in, they will receive a printed name tag with a corresponding security code. Parents will use their security code to pick up kids at the end of class. If we need to page a parent for any reason during the service, your child's security code will appear on the bottom of the TV screens in the sanctuary. Kids will not be released to anyone who cannot provide their security code -- if a parent loses their security code they can speak with our Kid's Ministry Director at the check in desk.
All of our volunteers are fully cleared to work with children - they have cleared their PA Child Abuse Clearances, PA State Police Background Checks, and FBI Background Checks. Our kid's hallway is monitored by volunteer security guards throughout the service.
Other Questions?
If you are a first time visitor, you will get checked in at the New Story Kids check in desk, receive a fun welcome bag, and you and your kids will be walked to each of their classrooms.
We provide Sunday School for children aged 0-5th grade during both of our services at 9am and 10:45am. All rooms will be clearly marked and our Kid's Ministry Director will be there to answer any questions you have.
Safety and Security Policies:
When your kids are checked in, they will receive a printed name tag with a corresponding security code. Parents will use their security code to pick up kids at the end of class. If we need to page a parent for any reason during the service, your child's security code will appear on the bottom of the TV screens in the sanctuary. Kids will not be released to anyone who cannot provide their security code -- if a parent loses their security code they can speak with our Kid's Ministry Director at the check in desk.
All of our volunteers are fully cleared to work with children - they have cleared their PA Child Abuse Clearances, PA State Police Background Checks, and FBI Background Checks. Our kid's hallway is monitored by volunteer security guards throughout the service.
Other Questions?
Our Curriculum
We have age appropriate classes for nursery up to 5th grade.
Nursery
0-18 months
Our littlest ones enjoy playtime, music, and Gerber puffs for a yummy snack time.
Toddlers
18 months - 2.5 years
Our toddlers enjoy playtime, music, Rice Chex for snack time, and a bible story and lesson from the curriculum, "Look Who God Is" by Discipleland.
Preschool
2.5 - 4 years
Preschoolers enjoy a structured playtime, singing, crafts, Rice Chex and water for snack time, and a bible story and lesson which includes engaging felt characters for a visual and hands-on experience from "He Established a Testimony" from Truth78. Children in this class have a weekly memory verse and go home with a parent take-home sheet so you can engage with your children about what they learned during the week!
Pre-K - Kindergarten
4-5 year olds
(or until your child is finished with Kindergarten). These kiddos enjoy a structured playtime, crafts, Rice Chex and water for snack time, and a bible story and lesson which includes engaging felt characters for a visual and hands on experience from He Established a Testimony from Truth78. Kids in this class have a weekly memory verse and go home with a parent take home sheet so you can engage with your children about what they learned at home!
1st - 3rd Graders
Elementary School
Junior elementary students engage with a Gospel-centered lesson from "The Gospel Project for Kids" from Lifeway, which goes through the entire Bible chronologically. Lessons include movement activities, a short bible video with corresponding lessons taught by a trained volunteer, along with crafts and games.
4th - 5th Graders
Elementary School
Upper elementary students engage in age appropriate discussions and lessons from the "New City Catechism" curriculum which focuses on core doctrine of the Christian faith.
Lending Library is now open!
We want our kids to have access to life-giving truth at home as well as at church. We want them to be immersed in, and swept up in the epic story of God.
This is why we are excited to launch our New Story Kids Lending Library! Thanks to your generous donations, we have over 200 books catalogued and ready to borrow.
Come and browse and borrow (and get your own New Story Kids borrowing bag):
This is why we are excited to launch our New Story Kids Lending Library! Thanks to your generous donations, we have over 200 books catalogued and ready to borrow.
Come and browse and borrow (and get your own New Story Kids borrowing bag):
- Tuesday 9am-12pm
- Wednesday 2-5pm
- Sunday 9am-10:30am