Calvary Kids

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Upcoming Events

Parenting Summit: You’re Not Alone // Second Sundays, 11 am
Parenting is one of the greatest callings and one of the hardest. The monthly Parenting Summit is designed to encourage your heart and equip you with practical tools for raising your children. Connect with other parents who understand the journey, be refreshed through shared stories, and grow in your role with hope and confidence—whether you’re parenting toddlers, teens, or anywhere in between. This gathering takes place every second Sunday at 11am in Room D105. THIS GROUP WILL RESUME IN THE FALL 2026.

Promotion Sunday // June 7th
Promotion Sunday will be held on June 7th. This means if your child is in Kindergarten - 12th grade, your child will be considered to be in the grade they will be entering in Fall 2026. As such, they will be invited to participate in the activities attributed to those grades. This has special significance if your child is in Kindergarten, 5th grade, and 8th grade as they will be moving locations:

• Kindergarteners are invited upstairs to The Zone (1st-5th Grade Room

• 5th Graders are invited to the MSM (Middle School Ministries) Room

• 8th Graders are invited to the HSM (High School Ministries) Room

Attention 5th Grade Families!

The transition to middle school is exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming for some kids. Changes in academics, social dynamics, and outside influences can create uncertainty. The goal of Calvary Kids is for 5th graders to step into middle school—and Calvary MSM—feeling prepared, confident, and ready to walk like Jesus by Loving God, Loving Others, and Serving His World. A strong foundation in the Word of God and a clear sense of identity in Christ helps provide that confidence and stability. Below are some upcoming events you won’t want to miss!

Nerf Wars // April 29th, 7-8:30pm
5th graders are invited to take a peek at what life is like in Calvary MSM by joining in Nerf Wars! This is a one of the fun monthly events Student Ministries has designed to help students build community and a sense of belonging. This is also a great opportunity to invite a friend.

5th Grade Milestone //
Angela Perry, Calvary’s Elementary Director, will walk 5th graders through what it looks like to Love God, Love Others, and Serve His World as they enter into middle school. This will take place on April 19, April 26, May 3, and May 10 during the 11am service.

5th Grade Milestone Celebration// May 17th, 12:30-2pm
Parents are invited to join in a celebration lunch, blessing their children before they enter MSM. Please register here.

Promotion Sunday // June 7th
5th graders officially move to be a part of the MSM community, meeting every Sunday at 11am and every Wednesday during the school year from 7-8:30pm. Click here for more information about MSM.

Opportunities to Serve

Sunday Mornings // monthly
Looking for a place to serve? Join us in making a lasting impact in our kids ministry! Our classrooms are where young hearts grow in faith, and you have the chance to be a part of that incredible journey. Whether you’re leading, helping with activities, or simply offering a helping hand, your presence will make a difference. And the best part? It’s just one Sunday a month. Together, we can encourage the next generation in their walks with Jesus!

If you are interested in serving or would like more information, please click here.

May Update

A Note from the Preschool Coordinator

Hey, Calvary Kids families!

How wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ. — Ephesians 3:18 (NIV)

This is one of my favorite verses because it reminds me that Jesus’ love is bigger than I can fully understand…which is kind of funny, because here we are helping preschoolers begin to understand it.

This month, we’re learning that Jesus’ love is bigger than we can ever imagine. It is wide, long, high, and deep. Big enough for everyone!

I encourage you to help your kids see that Jesus’ love extends to every person. That includes people who feel familiar and close to them, as well as people who are different in how they look, talk, or live.

You could do this by pointing out a character in a book or show and saying, “Jesus loves them too,” or by praying together for people in your community and beyond, like teachers, firefighters, kids at other schools, or families around the world.

I’m excited to see how Jesus continues to transform the lives of our kids as they grow in their understanding of who He is.

Blessings,
Amy Dresden
Preschool Coordinator

What We’re Learning this Month in Calvary Kids

Calvary Kids Stamp Card //

To encourage Calvary Kids to embody the core values of “Respect God, Respect Others, Respect Yourself,” we are excited to introduce the Calvary Kids Stamp Card! When a leader observes your child demonstrating respectful behavior towards God, others, or themselves, or when they actively participate, they will receive a stamp on their card. At pick-up, students can turn in their card to earn a prize from our prize box!

Child Dedication:
God has uniquely prepared you to raise your child in faith. Children under age 5.

Preschool Milestone:
Laying the foundations for a lifetime of faith. Children 3 years old - TK.

Kindergarten Milestone:
Weaving faith into daily routines as we celebrate entering elementary school. Fall of your child’s Kindergarten year.

5th Grade Milestone:
Reminding students that God has uniquely created them and designed a place for them in His church. Spring of 5th grade year.

Text Updates //

Nursery-Kindergarten: Text @nursery-ks to 81010
1st and 2nd grade: Text @1-2calvary to 81010
3rd and 4th grade: Text @3-4calvary to 81010
5th grade: Text @5thcalvary to 81010

Monthly Email Parent Updates //