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September 28, 2011
Glenkirk AWANA Clubs - Ages 3 years old thru 5th grade
AWANA is our Midweek Program Option for children ages 3 years old thru 5th grade on Wednesday evenings September thru May. A typical night consists of scripture memorization, group worship, large group lesson time and the infamous AWANA Games!
What clubs are available and when/where do they meet?
- Puggles: 2 years and younger, Room 8, 6:30-7:30pm
- Cubbies: 3 and 4 year olds (preschool ages), Room 6, -6:30-7:30pm
- Sparks: kindergarten through second grade, Room 9, 6:30-8pm
- Truth & Training: third through sixth grade, Room 9, 6:30-8pm
What are AWANA bucks?
Awana Bucks are the currency of the Awana program and can be earned by clubbers each week for reciting verses, participating on a winning team during game time and for coming to club prepared.
Here is a list of ways clubbers can earn AWANA Bucks at Glenkirk clubs:
- Wear uniform, bring handbook, bring Bible - earn 1 Awana Buck
- Memorize 1 verse from handbook - earn 1 Awana Buck
- Participate on the winning team for club - earn 1 Awana Buck
- Bring someone new to an Awana Club - earn 2 Awana Bucks
Happy Birthday - earn 2 Awana Buck
What is the AWANA store?
The Awana store offers Awana merchandise and other prizes that can be purchased by clubbers with their Awana Bucks. The Awana store is located in the Glenkirk Children's Courtyard for Sparks and Truth and Training clubbers and is open on the first Wednesday of each month, after club. The Cubbies store is open on the same day in Room 2.
How many verses are clubbers expected to recite each week?
All clubbers are encouraged to complete their handbooks at their own pace. We recommed, that clubbers recite 2 verses at each club meeting. Clubbers can recite a maximum of 4 verses at a single meeting.
How many books are clubbers expected to complete?
Each clubber is encouraged to complete a book at their age group level in school each school year, although each child will be on their own pace to completion.
What are some tried and true tips for scripture memorization?
Use this link to the AWANA parent page http://www3.awana.org/parents/default.aspx?id=85 or ask us anytime during the week in the Glenkirk Children's Ministry office and we would be more than happy to meet with you to answer all of your questions!
Where and how do I place the awards (patches, pins, etc) on my clubbers uniform?
Use the link to the AWANA parent page that corresponds to your clubbers group
- for Cubbies http://www3.awana.org/parents/default.aspx?id=81
- for Sparks http://www3.awana.org/parents/default.aspx?id=78
- for Truth and Training http://www3.awana.org/parents/default.aspx?id=476
or ask us anytime during the week in the Glenkirk Children's Ministry office and we would be more than happy to meet with you to answer all of your questions!
Can clubbers bring friends?
Absolutely! Each month, Glenkirk AWANA Clubs host a themed "Bring A Friend" event. Visitors may join us for 2 meetings per year before they officially join Awana Clubs at Glenkirk.
Can parents visit club?
Parent passes are granted once per semester, and must be arranged with the Club director one week in advance.
How can I join the AWANA leadership team?
AWANA leaders at Glenkirk must be regular attenders of Glenkirk church and are required to attend a training class, as well as complete background screenings.
What happens in an Awana meeting?
Each of our children’s clubs has its own unique meeting format tailored to the needs of the age group each serves. Cubbies meet from 6:30-7:30pm, while our Sparks and Truth and Training (T&T) clubs meet from 6:30-8pm. Meetings feature segments for games or other fun activities, small-group Bible learning and large-group Bible teaching, worship, announcements and awards.
Game Time is comprised of exciting circle games that are exclusive to Awana. These games promote teamwork and enthusiasm, rather than athletic excellence.
Handbook Time provides small-group interaction and recitation of Scripture that kids learned during the week. It also features friendship building and opportunities for leaders to mentor children and help them understand the Bible verses they learn.
Large Group Time consists of praise and worship, Bible teaching, awards, announcements and a presentation of the gospel.
Who leads Awana programs?
Members and regular attenders of Glenkirk church have the opportunity to serve in a fulfilling ministry in our Awana program. Trained church volunteers oversee everything from the entire program to spiritually leading each child.
What does Awana believe?
Awana is a worldwide youth and children's ministry serving more than 100 denominations. Visit Awana Believes to find out who we are, what we believe and what guides us in our development of materials.
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