Children's Ministry

Investing in families as their young and elementary-age children learn to love and follow Jesus.

Plan a visit

Sunday Mornings

What to Expect on Your First Visit

Leaving your kids in a new room can feel uncomfortable. We keep check-in straightforward so you can head into service with peace of mind.

Available during all Sunday services. Plan to arrive 5–10 minutes early to fill out a short card with allergy and care notes. We collect your cell phone number at check-in so we can text you if your child needs you.

Classes meet from 9:50 to 10:30 AM during the school year in Hallway 2 on the south side of the building. PreK through 2nd-grade parents drop off and pick up at the classroom door. Feel free to walk in a few minutes early to meet your child's teacher."

Background Checked & Trained!

Your child's safety is our top priority—all of our leaders are background checked and safety-trained before stepping into a classroom.

Background Checked & Trained!

Your child's safety is our top priority—all of our leaders are background checked and safety-trained before stepping into a classroom.

Wednesday Nights

Awana

Preschool – 6th grade

6-8pm Wednesday nights | During the School year

Awana gives kids a regular space to learn Scripture, talk through biblical truths, and build solid friendships during the school year."

Make It a Full Evening for the Whole Family

(Optional Pre-Youth Group Activities)

Extend your night by joining our broader church community before Youth Group begins:

Wednesday Connect Dinner (5:00 PM – 6:00 PM): Enjoy a hot meal with family and friends before heading to youth group. (Pre-registration required)
All-Church Worship (6:00 PM – 6:20 PM): Join the entire church family in the worship center for 20 minutes of praise before youth group, Awana, and adult Community Groups kick off.

What is Awana like?

Kids gather together for Bible teaching, worship, announcements, and awards. This is a great opportunity for kids to hear the gospel and Biblical truth directly from leaders, staff, and pastors.

Relationships and belonging begin in small groups as kids huddle up with a consistent leader from week to week to discuss Bible lessons, ask and answer important questions, work on memory verses, pray together and work in handbooks.

Awana Games are a team-building activity that helps foster fun and gives space for relational discipleship in the midst of the evening.

RightNow Media

Wholesome Shows Kids Love, Truth Parents Trust

Finding decent media for kids takes effort. We provide every family in our church free access to RightNow Media Kids, an online library packed with thousands of faith-filled shows, cartoons, and music videos.

Top Kids Shows: Stream favorites like VeggieTales, Superbook, Slugs & Bugs, and What's in the Bible?.
100% Free: Covered completely by MEFC as a gift to help your family grow together in faith.
Stream Anywhere: Watch at home or on the go using your TV, tablet, or mobile device.

Create Your Free RightNow Media Account

Interested in serving on our Children's Ministry team?

It takes a steady team to care for our kids on Sundays and Wednesdays. If you enjoy teaching, holding babies, or running games, we would love to hear from you!

Click here to apply to serve.

Carrie Swartley

Children's Ministry Director

With a degree in elementary education and extensive experience in both public schools and children's ministry, Carrie loves bringing Bible stories to life for kids in fun and meaningful ways. She lives on a family farm near Chokio with her husband, Tom, where they raise chickens and grow vegetables for the local Farmer's Market.

Email Carrie