Children's Weekly Programme Ministries
Staff Team
Angela Brown (Office Ph: 03 351 7064, email: brown_holmwoodxtra.co.nz)
SUNDAYS at 10.30am
KidZone
During the 10:30 am lifestreams worship service, except for the 1st Sunday of the month - when there is an all ages service.
The children all begin in the service with their families. The leaders and children go out to Kidzone after the opening prayers and songs and return for communion.
There are three groups in Kidzone:
Bubbles (0-5 year olds, Preschool/Kindy)
Bubbles is our creche. We are located in the Makora Room. At Bubbles there is music, Bible stories, prayer, crafts and games. Parents/caregivers are invited to settle their child before returning to the service or they are welcome to stay with them.Splash (5-7 year olds, years 1-2) and Xstream
We have a Bible story each week with prayers and other activities. We meet in Dorothy Cooper Room
The Grid (years 5-8)
We have a lesson from the Bible and we have "The Grid" a magazine which helps us engage in the story. We have lots of debate and discussion, as we figure out how Jesus wants us to live our lives in the best possible way, loving God and each other.
Kidzone Sunday School
- During the 9:00 am Sung Eucharist in the St. Barnabas Church hall.
- The children all begin in the service with their families. The leaders and children go out to Kidzone after the opening prayers and songs and return for communion.
- This is an "all-age" group - any children under age 16 desiring to leave the service for a lesson and story are welcome to join.
TUESDAYS
Women at the Well Group
9.30-11.30 am in the Hall during term time.
- A group for Mums, with children of pre-school and school age. We meet for fellowship, support and Bible study – and coffee!
- A staffed crèche is provided for pre-schoolers.
- The group meets in St Barnabas Church Hall.
WEDNESDAYS
St Barnabas Playgroup
9.15 - 11.30 in the Hall during term time.
- A group for for preschoolers and their caregivers.
- Bible stories, craft, singing and free play.
- BYO morning tea and drink bottle for your child - we provide the tea and coffee for the grown-ups.
- The group meets in St Barnabas Church Hall.
FRIDAYS
Mainly Music
In the Hall at 10am each Friday morning during term time
Music and movement for preschoolers and their caregivers followed by morning tea and play.
- A waiting list may be operating, so be sure and contact Mary Cropp to reserve your space if you are new.
- The group meets in St Barnabas Church Hall.
FridayZone
After school programme- during term time -- 3:15 - 5:30 in the Hall
Please contact the church office if you would like to register your child.
- Music, drama, games, & food
- School years 1-6
- The group meets after school in St Barnabas Church Hall.
- optional light tea at 5 pm
- costs: $2 for tea, $1 for programme
BAPTISMS
May take place on Sundays at either 10am Sung Eucharist, Lifestreams or at a Baptism Service at 11.30am – speak with one of the clergy.