At Freedom Gate we don't believe in a junior Holy Spirit - we know that kids are just as capable of hearing from God and experiencing his presence as the grown-ups. That's why our kids team pours Biblical truths and encouragement into them each week. We create a space for each child to feel safe, seen and loved... and we throw in a good measure of fun, games and crafts along with it all! Oh - and there's popcorn!
Toddlers aged 1-3 are welcome to join in kid's church directly following worship - just head to the cabin through the gate, at the bottom of the hill.
The toddlers class engages in an age-appropriate lesson, crafts, games and lots of free- play time in our toddler-designated play area.
Parents are welcome to stay with their child if he/she isn't ready to be left in the care of our kids team.
Has your little one not quite turned 1 year?
Don't worry, we have a space for you too!
Please enjoy use of our Parents + Infants room at the back of the main building.
Here, your little one can play while you sit and listen to the sermon from the in-room sound system. You can even see what's happening on stage from the large windows.
There is also a space for nursing mums, two diaper changing stations and a quiet room if your little one needs to nap.
Children may not be left alone in the infant room.
The toddlers class engages in an age-appropriate lesson, crafts, games and lots of free- play time in our toddler-designated play area.
Parents are welcome to stay with their child if he/she isn't ready to be left in the care of our kids team.
Has your little one not quite turned 1 year?
Don't worry, we have a space for you too!
Please enjoy use of our Parents + Infants room at the back of the main building.
Here, your little one can play while you sit and listen to the sermon from the in-room sound system. You can even see what's happening on stage from the large windows.
There is also a space for nursing mums, two diaper changing stations and a quiet room if your little one needs to nap.
Children may not be left alone in the infant room.
Little Arrows age 4-grade 1 have their own space to worship together, hear a lesson that is on their level, and do fun activities.
Each week begins with corporate worship (dance moves included!) followed by a lesson taught from the Word. They have the same lesson as the bigs in Arrow Kids, but the group is a bit smaller and the lesson is more tailored to their age.
Afterward, kids join break-out groups based on grade level, where they can connect more personally with their group leader, play games and do crafts that reinforce the lesson.
Little Arrows is a great place for kids to get warmed up to the idea of kids' church. It's like a stepping-stone into Arrow Kids!
Each week begins with corporate worship (dance moves included!) followed by a lesson taught from the Word. They have the same lesson as the bigs in Arrow Kids, but the group is a bit smaller and the lesson is more tailored to their age.
Afterward, kids join break-out groups based on grade level, where they can connect more personally with their group leader, play games and do crafts that reinforce the lesson.
Little Arrows is a great place for kids to get warmed up to the idea of kids' church. It's like a stepping-stone into Arrow Kids!
Arrow Kids is where kids in grades 1-7 can come to experience God and have a lot of {sometimes loud} fun doing it!
Each week begins with corporate worship (which usually turns into a dance party) followed by a lesson straight from the Word.
Afterward, kids join break-out groups based on grade level, where they connect more personally with their group leader, do games and activities that reinforce the lesson and participate in prayer time as a small group.
While we think the best part of our Arrow Kids Ministry is the way kids get to experience God -some of the kids may tell you it's the popcorn and juice they get at the end of kid's church!
Any child registered with kids church receives free popcorn and juice every Sunday - and it sure does bring a lot of joy!
Each week begins with corporate worship (which usually turns into a dance party) followed by a lesson straight from the Word.
Afterward, kids join break-out groups based on grade level, where they connect more personally with their group leader, do games and activities that reinforce the lesson and participate in prayer time as a small group.
While we think the best part of our Arrow Kids Ministry is the way kids get to experience God -some of the kids may tell you it's the popcorn and juice they get at the end of kid's church!
Any child registered with kids church receives free popcorn and juice every Sunday - and it sure does bring a lot of joy!
Check Out the Current Series!
🎪 Welcome to Big Top Bible Heroes! 🎪 — a circus-themed adventure through some of the most thrilling stories in Scripture!
Your child will step under the "big top" to meet real Bible heroes who trusted God in extraordinary circumstances:
🏠 Keep the Adventure Going at Home!
Faith sticks best when it's lived out beyond Sunday! Here's a simple way to reinforce each week's lesson:
👉 Ask one question every week: "Who was our Bible hero this week, and what did they trust God with?" Then share a time you had to trust God, too — kids love hearing your stories! You can also look for the memory verse your child brings home each week and pop it on the fridge as a fun, faith-filled reminder all week long.
We can't wait for your child to join us under the big top! 🎉
Your child will step under the "big top" to meet real Bible heroes who trusted God in extraordinary circumstances:
- Samson – the strong judge who relied on God's power
- Daniel – who trusted God even in a den of lions
- Esther – the brave queen who saved her people
- Noah – who obeyed God and built an ark
- Paul – the apostle who escaped danger to share the Good News
- Moses – who saw God's miracles firsthand
- Miriam – who helped lead her people to freedom
- Jonah – who learned what it means to obey God
🏠 Keep the Adventure Going at Home!
Faith sticks best when it's lived out beyond Sunday! Here's a simple way to reinforce each week's lesson:
👉 Ask one question every week: "Who was our Bible hero this week, and what did they trust God with?" Then share a time you had to trust God, too — kids love hearing your stories! You can also look for the memory verse your child brings home each week and pop it on the fridge as a fun, faith-filled reminder all week long.
We can't wait for your child to join us under the big top! 🎉
Does seeing all this get you excited?
We'd LOVE to have you on our Kids Team! We are passionate about serving the Now Generation well and we will equip you in any role you may see yourself helping in with the kids team. It could be leading a small group, or it could be popping the popcorn and pouring the juice! Maybe it's running the soundboard - there are always places to serve!
Fill out the form below and we'll reach out with more details on how you can serve.
Remember, it's not a commitment, it's just tossing your name in the hat :)
We'd LOVE to have you on our Kids Team! We are passionate about serving the Now Generation well and we will equip you in any role you may see yourself helping in with the kids team. It could be leading a small group, or it could be popping the popcorn and pouring the juice! Maybe it's running the soundboard - there are always places to serve!
Fill out the form below and we'll reach out with more details on how you can serve.
Remember, it's not a commitment, it's just tossing your name in the hat :)