Preschool Ministry
Ages Birth - 5 years (before entering Kindergarten)
PRESCHOOL MISSION / VISION
Our mission as the Preschool Ministry at First Baptist Church Forney is to raise up the next generation, and their families, to come to know the glorious deeds of the Lord, and His ultimate, individual purpose for their lives. To help accomplish this, our Preschool curriculum focuses on the levels of biblical learning: God, Jesus, Holy Spirit, Bible, salvation, creation, church, people, family, community, and world.
CORE VALUE VERSES
Psalm 78:4 - We will not hide them from their children, but tell to the coming generation the glorious deeds of the Lord, and his might, and the wonders that he has done.
Proverbs 22:6 - Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old, he will not depart from it.
SUNDAY SCHEDULE
9:15 AM NURSERY AND PRESCHOOL LIFEGROUPS
During the 9:15 a.m. hour, we have specially trained church leaders who will watch your preschooler in their age-appropriate classes. The Nursery classrooms feature fun and safe toys for your infant or toddler to play with as they develop essential life skills, including babbling, grasping objects, crawling, walking, and talking.
Our Preschool LifeGroups are designed to support your older preschool children as they grow and mature. Each class has an age-specific time where children will play, make a craft, sing worship songs, learn a Bible Story, and even enjoy a snack. We use the Bible Studies for Life curriculum created and published by Lifeway.
11:00 AM NURSERY AND PRESCHOOL LIFEGROUPS
During the 11:00 a.m. hour, we offer a rotation-style service where children can enjoy worship, Bible lessons, crafts, and playtime in our many safe play areas.
If your child is in the nursery (ages birth to younger 2s), they will stay in their same designated classroom. They can enjoy stroller rides and even spend some time on our soft-play playground, which is designed for children between 10 and 24 months old.
Two-year-olds will enjoy two rotations of playground fun and time in our center's room designed for younger preschoolers.
3-, 4-, and 5-year-olds will participate in special rotations specifically designed for their age group. They will go through four rotations: music, Bible Story, centers room fun, and playground time! Because we believe that repetition is so important for preschoolers, they will learn the same lesson that was taught during their 9:15 a.m. LifeGroups.
SUNDAY REGISTRATION
When you arrive on Sunday mornings, you can register your child for Sunday Nursery, Preschool LifeGroups, or Extended Care by visiting the First Kids Lobby and speaking with a Welcome Team Member. You may also pick up a Big Church Bag here. We would also love to give you a special gift to welcome you and to answer any questions you may have about our Preschool Ministry and how you can get involved in all that God is doing in the life of First Baptist Church Forney!
FAMILIES WORSHIPPING TOGETHER
We are so excited to see more and more families in our church congregation worshiping together with their little ones! If your child is between 3 years old and 3rd grade, we encourage you to take them with you to one of our two worship services. Our Senior Pastor highly encourages families with young children to worship together as a family. Why is this important?
- Little children attending worship services with their family will have the opportunity to be raised in a culture that sings to God, prays earnestly, and listens to a powerful message from the Senior Pastor.
- Children will then begin to understand the importance of a life lived within a local body of believers. If you want to take your preschooler to service, let our Welcome Team know, and we will give you a special “Big Church Bag” that contains fun materials for you and your child to have as you attend a church service together as a family.
WEEKLY SCHEDULE:
TUESDAY NIGHT PRAYER SERVICES | 6:30 P.M. IN THE FORUM
Senior Pastor Nathan Lino leads a Tuesday Night Prayer Service weekly in the Forum, and everyone in the community is welcome to attend! This is a focused time of worship and intercessory prayer. A place where the Spirit of God meets people at their point of need as we cry out to Him. The Holy Spirit is always sufficient for our hurts, longings, disappointments, and hopes. None of us fully understands the power of prayer, but we know that when God is sought in desperation, He responds. Join us on Tuesday nights and bring your prayers straight to the Lord.
- Children and guests are always welcome.
- For younger children, we offer coloring sheets. You're welcome to dress them in their pajamas, bring their favorite quiet toys, and even pack a snack.
- For children with special needs, we have a designated table stocked with fidgets specifically for them.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT PRESCHOOL PROGRAM
For our 3- and 4-year-olds, we offer AWANA Cubbies Club, which takes place during the school year. This is a time filled with fellowship and fun, led by our trained church leaders. The preschoolers will begin their time by singing songs, reciting the Cubbies Club theme verse and song, and watching a fun puppet show. Then, they will be led through four rotations: music, Bible Story, playground, and snack time. Drop-off begins at 6:15 p.m. and pick-up starts at 7:45 p.m. in our big preschool area called the “CEC”.
CUBBIES REGISTRATION
Registration is required to participate in AWANA Cubbies Club. There is a $30 registration fee per child. Your child must be three by September 1 to participate. To register, click the link below or talk to a Welcome Team member upon your arrival on Wednesday nights. It is preferred that you register BEFORE you come.
click here to register for cubbies
WEDNESDAY NIGHT CHILDCARE
Childcare is available for children from birth through two years old. It is provided for those serving in our Preschool, Children’s, Youth, Special Needs, or Music Ministries. If you have registered for a Bible Study that takes place on campus on Wednesday Nights, we also have childcare available for you. Please email Kara at kdungo@fbcforney.org if you need childcare.
OTHER EVENTS & RESOURCES:
NEW BABY REGISTRATION
Congratulations on your newest blessing! If your baby is 12 months old or younger, please fill out this form so that we can celebrate with you and pray for you!
Click here for new baby registration
PRESCHOOL STORYTIME
Preschool StoryTime will be on Wednesdays of each month from 9:30-10:30 a.m. on the following dates:
- July 23
- Sept. 24
- Oct. 22
- Dec. 10
StoryTime is free for all kids in the community ages birth to 5 years old. Enjoy an interactive story, a craft, and a snack. (An adult must accompany children.) We will meet in the Special Needs large group area of the CEC. Park in the back and enter the doors of Building C. Look for the signs.
PARENT & CHILD DEDICATION WORKSHOP
This workshop disciples parents in the most foundational decision of Christian parenting: giving your child away to Jesus Christ. This decision is the precursor to raising one’s child in the training and instruction of the Lord. The workshop welcomes parents of children aged birth to high school and is a prerequisite for our Sunday morning parent-child dedication ceremony. During the Dedication Workshop, you will have an opportunity to choose a Worship Service time where you will make the dedication of your child public and be prayed over by the church. If you would like to attend a Dedication Workshop, please click the link below to fill out the form and select which workshop you would like to attend. Lunch & Childcare will be provided.
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MOTHER'S ROOM
Directly across from our preschool area, we have a special Mother's Room available for mothers to use. This is a private place specifically designed for mothers to take their hungry and upset babies. There is also a TV provided where you can watch the service LIVE. For assistance, please see a Welcome Team member in the First Kids Lobby.