CHILDREN'S MINISTRY
PLANTING. GROWING. BUILDING. EXPLORING.
welcome to
God's Backyard Children's Ministry.
Previously known as Day Camp and Summer Fun Camp,
Kids Camp will be held at BOTH campuses this June!
Please plan for your kids entering K-5th grade to attend one week of camp at the campus you usually attend in order to build community and connect with those living in our neighborhoods.
June 12-15 Ballenger Creek Elementary / for the Ballenger campus and community.
June 19-22 / for the Urbana campus and community
June 26-29 / for the Urbana campus and community
Please contact Kristine if you have any questions about these upcoming events!
Volunteer Registration is Now Open!
For Kids Camp 2023, we'll be visiting a Royal Kingdom to help kids learn and experience the truth that God wants them to be part of His family.
At the Urbana Campus, kids entering K-5th grade will have the option of attending camp either June 19-22, or June 26-29. At the Ballenger Campus, kids entering K-5th grade will have the option of attending camp June 12-15! Consider joining us on our quest to help kids experience God's AMAZING love!
Please click on one of the button below to see all the available opportunities to serve before, during and after each week of camp.
Camper Registration is Coming Soon!
"Kids Camp : Royal Kingdom" is open to all children entering Kindergarten through 5th Grade!
Registration for campers opens on April 1, 2023 so stay tuned for more information!
welcome to
God's Backyard Children's Ministry.
Previously known as Day Camp and Summer Fun Camp,
Kids Camp will be held at BOTH campuses this June!
Please plan for your kids entering K-5th grade to attend one week of camp at the campus you usually attend in order to build community and connect with those living in our neighborhoods.
June 12-15 Ballenger Creek Elementary / for the Ballenger campus and community.
June 19-22 / for the Urbana campus and community
June 26-29 / for the Urbana campus and community
Please contact Kristine if you have any questions about these upcoming events!
Volunteer Registration is Now Open!
For Kids Camp 2023, we'll be visiting a Royal Kingdom to help kids learn and experience the truth that God wants them to be part of His family.
At the Urbana Campus, kids entering K-5th grade will have the option of attending camp either June 19-22, or June 26-29. At the Ballenger Campus, kids entering K-5th grade will have the option of attending camp June 12-15!
Please consider joining us on our quest to help kids experience God's AMAZING love!
Camper Registration Coming Soon!
"Kids Camp : Royal Kingdom" is open to all children entering Kindergarten through 5th Grade!
Registration for campers opens on April 1, 2023 so stay tuned for more information!
welcome to
God's Backyard Children's Ministry.
Previously known as Day Camp and Summer Fun Camp,
Kids Camp will be held at BOTH campuses this June!
Please plan for your kids entering K-5th grade to attend one week of camp at the campus you usually attend in order to build community and connect with those living in our neighborhoods.
June 12-15 Ballenger Creek Elementary / for the Ballenger campus and community.
June 19-22 / for the Urbana campus and community
June 26-29 / for the Urbana campus and community
Please contact Kristine if you have any questions about these upcoming events!
Volunteer Registration is Now Open!
For Kids Camp 2023, we'll be visiting a Royal Kingdom to help kids learn and experience the truth that God wants them to be part of His family.
At the Urbana Campus, kids entering K-5th grade will have the option of attending camp either June 19-22, or June 26-29. At the Ballenger Campus, kids entering K-5th grade will have the option of attending camp June 12-15!
Please consider joining us on our quest to help kids experience God's AMAZING love!
Camper Registration Coming Soon!
"Kids Camp : Royal Kingdom" is open to all children entering Kindergarten through 5th Grade!
Registration for campers opens on April 1, 2023 so stay tuned for more information!
welcome to
God's Backyard Children's Ministry.
Previously known as Day Camp and Summer Fun Camp, Kids Camp will be held at BOTH campuses this June!
Please plan for your kids entering K-5th grade to attend one week of camp at the campus you usually attend in order to build community and connect with those living in our neighborhoods.
June 12-15 Ballenger Creek Elementary / for the Ballenger campus and community.
June 19-22 / for the Urbana campus and community
June 26-29 / for the Urbana campus and community
Please contact Kristine if you have any questions about these upcoming events!
Volunteer Registration is Now Open!
For Kids Camp 2023, we'll be visiting a Royal Kingdom to help kids learn and experience the truth that God wants them to be part of His family.
At the Urbana Campus, kids entering K-5th grade will have the option of attending camp either June 19-22, or June 26-29. At the Ballenger Campus, kids entering K-5th grade will have the option of attending camp June 12-15!
Please consider joining us on our quest to help kids experience God's AMAZING love!
Camper Registration Coming Soon!
"Kids Camp : Royal Kingdom" is open to all children entering Kindergarten through 5th Grade!
Registration for campers opens on April 1, 2023 so stay tuned for more information!
Our vision is to see families and the church working together in God’s Backyard to plant seeds of faith in the next generation, to help kids grow into fully devoted followers of Jesus, to build kids on a firm foundation of God’s Word, and to walk with kids as they explore God’s paths in their everyday lives.
We have an incredible group of well trained, screened volunteers that are ready to welcome your child each week. Their goal is to not only teach the word of God, but to build a relationship with them making them feel welcome in God’s Backyard.
YOUR FIRST VISIT
Visiting us for the first time? No fear! One of our volunteers will show you where our Children's Check-In is when you arrive. We will meet your family, check your child into class, and answer any questions you may have. We can't wait to meet you!
SAFETY
Volunteers at God's Backyard are trained to create an atmosphere where families can confidently leave their children while they are in service. Every volunteer is screened with a background check and the kids hallway is monitored by security personnel, as well as security cameras. Don't worry parents - we've got this!
WHAT WE TEACH
Your child will experience an age appropriate lesson that will teach them about God and His love for them. The teaching is interactive and utilizes multiple approaches for different learning styles. The goal at Mountain View Community Church is for children to understand who Jesus is and how He can make a difference in their lives. They will also have a lot of fun!
SERVE WITH US!
Interested in serving in our Children's Ministry?
What does serving in CM look like?
Nursery (ages birth-2) :
- Love and care for our precious babies and toddlers
Preschool (ages 3-5) :
- Welcome our preschoolers to their classroom!
- Share a short Bible story with the children!
- Help the children with a simple craft of activity!
Elementary (grades K-5) :
- Welcome elementary children to their classroom!
- Lead them from station to station around God's Backyard.
- Help children engage with their leader at each station and help cultivate a comfortable learning environment.
Still looking for more information? Visit us in God's Backyard on a Sunday morning or email Laura at : laura.dandrea@mvccfrederick.com
Ready to get involved? Click below to start your journey with our Children's Ministry!
Coming Soon!
Spiritual Champions / April 19 - May 24
5th graders from both campuses are invited to join this class that will help them make the transition from God's Backyard Children's Ministry to The Ridge Middle School Ministry. There will be food, fellowship, games and time spent discussing what it means to be a Christian.