For Parents & Preschoolers

Chapel Service

Alternate Fridays, 9:30 a.m., Chapel

What better way to end the week than by joining your child(ren) for a short chapel service? Singing, a short message, birthday wishes, a peanut butter and jelly offering, and a time to focus on God’s love for all of his children fill this 15-minute service. Begins Friday, October 1, 2010

For 3-5 Year Olds

Preschool Choir

Wednesdays, 12:15-12:45 p.m. (Immediately following Preschool)

Our preschoolers are invited to join a children’s choir created especially for them! This fun group sings songs about nature, animals, ourselves and our world, while also learning to play simple instruments. The Preschool Choir joins Hidenwood’s Angel and Carol choirs to sing for special programs several times a year. (Your elementary school-age children can join one of these other two choirs Wednesday afternoons at 4:15 p.m.) Begins Wednesday, October 6, 2010

 For Extended Care Students

“Godly Play”

 Wednesdays, 2:15-3:45 p.m.

Using a careful telling of scripture stories, engaging story figures, and a variety of creative activities, “Godly Play” encourages children to seek answers to their faith questions. The children are invited to wonder about themselves, God, and the world in a way that is playful and meaningful. “Godly Play” respects the innate spirituality of children and encourages them to use their curiosity and imagination to experience the mystery and joy of God. Led by the Director of Children's Ministries. Begins Wednesday, October 6, 2010

Especially for 4 & 5 Year Olds

Piano Lessons

Time to be arranged with instructor

We are offering a special opportunity to our older Preschoolers this year—piano lessons! Individual lessons may be arranged with Ellen Hockman, a member of the Hidenwood Music Academy faculty. You may contact her at 869-9811, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .