| Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and do  not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.”  (Matthew 19:14)  
                   Jesus’  loving response toward the children was demonstrated when He took the time to  physically pick them up and draw them to Himself.  He gave each child value and  significance.   As teachers and volunteer  staff it is our desire at Main Street Church to follow Jesus’ example in creating  a nurturing environment and loving atmosphere where Biblical learning and  understanding can take place and children have a quality learning  experience.  We provide an environment of  support for each child and where parents feel confident leaving their children  with staff.  This ministry does  not take over the God-ordained, parental responsibility; rather, we will strive  to equip, support, and encourage parents in their vital role (Deuteronomy  6:6-7).  
                  At Main Street Church we believe every word in the Bible is from God and is  True.  We don’t just teach the Bible, we  use God’s Word to change lives of children, youth and adults!  Children will hear God’s story in new, fun,  and meaningful ways.  They will begin to  know God’s Word through hands-on experiences and learn the adventure of  applying God’s truth in their everyday life resulting in a joy-fill lifetime  relationship with Jesus Christ and discovering God’s plan for their life.  “Now this is eternal life: that they may know you, the only true God, and  Jesus Christ, whom you have sent.”  John  17:3 
                  Children  learn best through activities.  The  objective of any Bible lesson is to effectively reach each child with the Good  News of Jesus Christ.  Children are  multi-sensory learners and learn best by involving all their senses - sight,  sound, smell, taste, and touch.  Eighty  percent (80%) of retention takes place through hands-on activities.  These hands-on activities may involve the  children interacting with art materials, music, writing, drama, gross motor, or  engaging other skills.  Bible Learning  Activities are designed to reinforce the Bible truths taught in the  lesson.  Making Bible truths a part of  the child’s day-to-day understanding and behavior is the true test of  learning.   The model we use is a R-E-A-L approach…Relational, Experiential, Applicable, Learner based. 
                  Kids’  Zone provides age-appropriate classes during  the worship service: 
                  
                    -  Nursery: ages infant through 3 years old; and
 
                    -  Sunday  School:  children 4 years old through 5th grade (dismissed after worship singing). 
 
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