Elementary Enviroment

Bigtime is our Sunday morning environment for elementary-aged kids (Kindergarten through 3rd grade.) In Bigtime, we believe the Bible should never be boring, worship can be really loud and good leaders always care! Before kids head off to Crew 456, we want to make sure these 3 things stick…

1. Wisdom: I need to make the wise choice.
2. Faith: I can trust God no matter what.
3. Friendship: I should treat others the way I want to be treated.

We use 252 Basics for our elementary curriculum.

What to Expect: The main focus of Bigtime are small groups! We believe families can be changed because of child’s small group participation. We want kids to see how God’s word fits into their lives, to learn to talk to Him and to build friendships that will last. That’s why it’s important to make sure your child connects with the same friends, same leader, at the same hour – EVERY SUNDAY. To help your child develop their faith we encourage you to pick up a copy of the God Time cards located outside the door of the classroom. These are weekly devotions where you and your kids can spend time reading the Bible together and praying together. We want our kids to establish a lifelong habit of spending time with God and you are a best teacher for that!

Check-In: For security reasons all children must be registered before you drop them off with their groups. Registration is located at the "Ticket Booth" in the main hallway. You and your child will recieve matching nametags which are used to pick them up after worship. Once registered, you can take them to their rooms where one of our volunteers will greet you. At registration we also request that you notify us of any food allergies or illnesses. If your child is sick (fever, rashes, stomach problems, etc.) we ask that you not bring them into our elementary enviroment.

First time? We recommend that you arrive 15 minutes early to give you enough time to register and get your child settled in their enviroment.

A Typical Week in Bigtime:

  1. Welcome: Each child is greeted at their classroom by the morning’s host and small group leader. Kids participate with their small group in an activity meant to introduce the one TRUTH, or bottom line, we want kids to walk away with and remember that morning.

  2. Large Group Environment: Shortly after arriving, kids are moved to their large group environment where they hear the Bible story. We use costumes, props, and characters from the story - anything that makes the Bible come to life. We also carve out time each week for kids to sing as loud as they want and tell God how much they love Him.

  3. Small Group Environment:After participating in worship, kids divide into their small groups where their leaders help them understand how the day's bottom line can fit into their everyday life. Small group leaders in Bigtime are serious about having fun with kids and passionate about teaching the TRUTH. We want kids to see how God's word fits into their lives, to learn how to talk to Him, and to build friendships that will last. Every Sunday they connect with the same small group of kids and the same small group leader. That way they get connected and we have the best chance to establish a relationship that's going to matter when they need it most.

  4. How You Can Help? Get up and make the trip! We will do everything we can to make it worth the trip. Take your kids to Bigtime and then go to adult worship services. Go home and figure out have to have some quality family time during the week. Then repeat!

Locations & Times

Big Time (K-3rd)* Rm 205 (The Beach) 9:00 and 10:30 AM
*kids up to 5th grade are included in this group for the 1st service because Crew 456 only meets during the second.    

Special Events

Beach Club Our monthly family experience! Through music, drama and storytelling we introduce the "virtue of the month." This is something for parents and kids so we encourage families to attend together. It's offered during the second service the first Sunday of the month.
Wednesday Nights Our mid-week events for children run concurrent with the Maury County school year. When school is in session we offer a variety of large group/small group activties. Then in the summer it's all about family time with concerts, scavenger hunts, movie nights, etc.
Easter Egg Hunt We have a huge egg hunt at noon every Easter! It's out in the back field and the kids hunt eggs then have the rest of the day free to spend with thier family.
Not-So-Scary Halloween Party This is Maury Hill's version of "Trunk or Treat." It's a huge outdoor event with costumes, games, inflatables, live music and candy of course.
Christmas Musical Our children perform a musical on the Sunday before Christmas. This is a great opportunity to teach them the Christmas story and disply thier many talents!

 

For questions or to get involved contact Jenny Adcox (Big Time).
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