Children's Ministry

Ages:
1st – 5th Grades
Morning:
9:30 – 12:15 pm
Afternoon Recreation:
2:30 – 4:00 pm
Place:
Glenn Tabernacle

About Children's Ministry

Children’s Ministry Leaders:  Amanda Wiley, Stephanie Vinson and Anna Adams 
(See ARTICLE about the new leadership for 2024)

Other Team Members:
A host of musicians, puppeteers, Bible teachers, group leaders, art craftsmen and volunteers.

2024 Ministry Theme:
Miracles of Jesus, using the Book of John

Spiritual Mission:  
The Children’s Ministry helps children understand basic Biblical principles and how to have a relationship with Christ, even at this early age.

Program Highlights

*Children may be dropped off 30 minutes prior to Services; please pick up your child no later than 30 minutes after the close of each Service.

Mornings (9:30 am-12:15 pm)

  • Biblical curriculum
  • Puppet ministry helps children learn to use the Bible during difficult times
  • Interactive story-telling, role playing & old-fashioned missionary stories
  • Music, games & snacks
  • Creative crafts related to lessons & themes

Telling the Story to the Next Generation

The Glenn Tabernacle dates from the 1920’s and is rich in Indian Springs legacy that is often shared with our younger campers. It has been a place where many small hearts have made big commitments.

The curriculum of the Glenn Tabernacle is based on Biblical principles and learning about missions. When possible, our children can hear the history of Indian Springs. Helen Rhea Stumbo, great-granddaughter of one of the founders (Rev. George Mathews), tells the story of how campmeeting began. She wants the children to understand that many people have worked hard over a hundred and thirty plus years so that they can learn about Jesus today.

Raising Money for Missions

The Children’s Ministry has become effective fund-raisers for our Indian Springs missionaries each year!

  • General daily offerings
  • Entrepreneurial projects include selling lemonade, frogs, jewelry, pickles and providing tasks to people.  (Our children are very creative, so expect to see them on the campground engaged in a variety of fund-raising tasks!)