KIDS
1st - 5th Grade
Porter desires to partner with families in the discipleship of their children through teaching God's Word and growing gospel-shaped community and relationships.
SUNDAY
WEDNESDAY
Functionality You Will Love
Life Group @ 9:45am
Kids experience small-group Bible study with consistent teachers and kids their own age. We use LifeWay's Gospel Project curriculum.
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Kid Worship @ 8:30 and 11:00am
Kid Worship is a worship service that offers worship, biblical teaching, and prayer--all at a kid's level! In Kid Worship, we mirror the Bible content taught in the main service to encourage conversations between kids and their families.
Kid Worship meets every Sunday except for the first Sunday of each month. On Family First Sunday, all kids attend the main worship service with their families. Kid Worship is for lower-elementary (1st - 3rd grade) only.
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Kids Choirs @ 5:30pm
January 26- May 4
Kids sing, play games and have tons of fun.
Itty Bitty Kids Choir is for children ages 4- Kindergarten and must by 4 by August 1, 2024.
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Our Kids Choir is for grades 1-5.
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RECREATION
AWANA Clubs Wednesday @ 6:15pm
AWANA is a biblically-centered kids club. Children ages 3 years through 5th grade are engaged through lessons from the Bible, scripture memory, and interactive games. Missions and discipleship are the primary focus of the clubs.
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EVENTS
Centershot
Our co-ed archery program is for 4th-8th graders. Both fall and spring seasons are offered. ​Our 2025 spring season runs March 15- May 3.
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Upward Basketball & Cheerleading
Basketball and Cheerleading are for girls and boys Kindergarten- 8th grade (Cheer K-5th grade). Our goal is to teach the fundamentals of the game and present Christ through recreation.
Vacation Bible School
Each summer, we will have a week-long Vacation Bible School. Kids 4 yrs. old through 5th grade are invited to learn about God in a fun, interactive environment. Each day, teachers engage kids in Bible study, games and worship. The week culminates with a musical presentation and carnival for the whole family.
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Our 2025 VBS theme this year is Magnify: Discovering the Bigness of God in the Smallest of Ways. Kids 4 yrs. old through 5th grade are invited to Porter's VBS, June 2-6 from 9:00-Noon. Registration is open.
Interested in volunteering? Our volunteer registration is open.
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Crossings @ Camp Cedarmore Kids Camp is an overnight camp for 2nd graders (completed) – 5th graders to experience the time of their lives and learn more about the message of Jesus Christ!​​​​​​​​​ Spots are full. Please email Lindsay to join the wait list.
FAQs
I’m interested in visiting. What should I know before I arrive?
We’re excited you are considering visiting our church! We encourage first time families to enter at our Preschool Entrance (by the canopy facing Toronto Road). Here, one of our team members will greet you, guide you through the registration process, and help your child get to the right place.
Upon check-in, your child is given a security tag, and the guardian is given a pick up tag. You will not be allowed to pick up your child until the numbers are matched on these tags. Additionally, all of our volunteers undergo a background check and child protection training.
After your first visit, your information will be entered into our check-in system. After your first week, you are welcome to use the self-check in kiosks in the Kids Welcome and Check In Area.
How can I stay up to date with the Kids Ministry?
​Want to stay in the know? Join our Porter Kids email list for a monthly update from our ministry director. Additionally, you can follow us on Instagram or join our private Facebook page.
My child is interested in baptism. What are the next steps?
We host a baptism class for kids and families every other month. In this class, we discuss salvation and baptism and provide resources for families to continue having discussions at home. This class is led by Ms. Lindsay and is hosted in the Kids Worship Room at the 9:45am hour. For details on our next class, email Lindsay Smith.
I want to better disciple my child. What are some resources for parents and families?
​We have several resources we recommend for both parents and kids ranging from books, bibles and podcasts. Check out our resource page here.
My child has special needs. What does Porter offer for my family?
If you have a child who needs extra assistance during our programming, we want to provide the necessary supports! In order to serve your family, please email us so we are aware of the specific needs of your child. Once you have emailed, our Kids Ministry Director will reach out to make a plan for your child’s success in our ministry areas!