What: CPMC offers three wonderful ongoing opportunities for children to learn more about Jesus: Kidz Church, Sunday School and Bible Studies.

When: Kidz Church is held during the 8:45 a.m. and 11 a.m. services.

• Sunday School occurs between services at 10 a.m., when the adults also attend class.

• Bible Studies are announced during the school year and are held on Wednesday eveings.

Where: Kidz Place classroom inside the main church building

Ages: Elementary School ages 5-11

Teachers: Children's Ministries Director Tori Sanchez recently graduated with a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education and Special Education, fulfilling a dream she has had since second grade — to become a teacher. For the past four years, Tori has been a part of the College Place community, which she says has been a meaningful and supportive part of her journey.

    Tori is passionate about helping children grow, learn, and thrive, and is excited to begin making a difference in the classroom and spreading the Good News.

    Volunteer teachers Beth Cain and Cheri Glass, who guided children’s ministries for three years before Tori came aboard in November 2024, continue to help out on Sundays. They are joined by regular volunteers Ginnie Bates, Deana Davis, Stephanie Fullard, Tim Holcomb, Jackie Mobley, Laren Moreno, LuAnne Nelson, Peggy Rogers, Katie Weis, Sadie Weis, and Ciera Womack.

 

Curriculum:

On Sundays, our current theme is “Jesus is Alive in 2025,” and we’re using a curriculum that walks through the entire life of Jesus—from His birth all the way to His resurrection and beyond. Each week builds on the last, so the kids get to experience His life in a meaningful, chronological way.

    Our Kidz Church typically lasts about an hour (during the sermon). Each lesson includes Bible reading and scripture-based teaching, along with hands-on activities or crafts that help reinforce the message. It’s a great mix of learning, discussion, and fun that helps the kids really connect with who Jesus is and why His life matters today. Our Sunday School lessons follow the same theme as Kidz Church lessons.

    When a Wednesday evening Bible Study is in session, it runs from 6 to 7 p.m. and is a little different from our Sunday sessions. Since we focus on the New Testament on Sundays, Wednesdays are all about the Old Testament.

    Each week includes a memory verse, a scripture-based lesson, and a fun activity or game to help keep the kids engaged and make the lesson stick. It’s a great midweek opportunity for the kids to grow in their understanding of the Bible and enjoy learning in a relaxed and interactive environment.