Children's Ministry
At THE LIFE, children are not the church of the future; they are the church of TODAY! Children play an active and important role in our communities and worship services at THE LIFE. For example, children lead the entrance into worship by parading in the altar cross and c
ommunion elements. Young people will read the lessons for the week, and as we lift up our prayers to God, children bring lighted candles and incense to the communion table.
As a Church that is new, we are always looking for opportunities to expand our ministry to and with children. Please continue to see how our ministry grows.
We WELCOME IN children through our Homework Help Program, our Preschool and our Summer Program (see below).
ommunion elements. Young people will read the lessons for the week, and as we lift up our prayers to God, children bring lighted candles and incense to the communion table. As a Church that is new, we are always looking for opportunities to expand our ministry to and with children. Please continue to see how our ministry grows.
We WELCOME IN children through our Homework Help Program, our Preschool and our Summer Program (see below).
Summer Program
Our summer program for preschool children is open for four weeks, beginning June 29 through July 23. Each week will focus on a different theme and will include music and crafts, outdoor play and activities relating to the theme of the week. Click here for a registration form, or contact Director Pam Mirabella at 516.333.3355.
We BUILD UP the young people as the body of Christ through their involvement in our weekly Worship Service and through our two Summer Vacation Bible Schools:
We BUILD UP the young people as the body of Christ through their involvement in our weekly Worship Service and through our two Summer Vacation Bible Schools:
Summer Vacation Bible School
English
"High Seas Adventure" - August 16-20, 9 a.m. to 12 noon
This summer we'll be having some swashbuckling fun as we board a great big ship and sail out to the High Seas! We can't wait to hit the waves and would really love it if you were a part of our journey!
There are two ways you can join us this summer - volunteer your time or be a participant. Either way you're bound to have a great time on our High Seas Expedition!
To sign up, click on Volunteer or Participate.
Deadline for registration: August 9
"High Seas Adventure" - August 16-20, 9 a.m. to 12 noon
This summer we'll be having some swashbuckling fun as we board a great big ship and sail out to the High Seas! We can't wait to hit the waves and would really love it if you were a part of our journey!
There are two ways you can join us this summer - volunteer your time or be a participant. Either way you're bound to have a great time on our High Seas Expedition!
To sign up, click on Volunteer or Participate.
Deadline for registration: August 9
Summer Vacation Bible School
Bi-lingual, Spanish
Our Hispanic Ministries once again offer Summer VBS in the Spanish language for children in grades K through 6, July 19 – 23rd. Children must register, please contact our Hispanic Minister, Deacon Paulina Janssen.
Our Hispanic Ministries once again offer Summer VBS in the Spanish language for children in grades K through 6, July 19 – 23rd. Children must register, please contact our Hispanic Minister, Deacon Paulina Janssen.
Ministry With Children
We REACH OUT with young people, not so much doing ministry for children, but doing ministry WITH children. Throughout the year we host mission, service days called LABOR FOR YOUR NEIGHBOR. Children are always encouraged to help us help others.
We welcome children ages 9 to 13 for a variety of fun events during the summer.
Game Nights - Friday, June 18, 7 - 9 p.m.; Friday, July 9, 6-8 p.m.
LI Ducks Baseball Game - Saturday, July 3, 5:30 p.m.
Youth Movie Night - Friday, August 13, 6 -9 p.m.
Game Nights - Friday, June 18, 7 - 9 p.m.; Friday, July 9, 6-8 p.m.
LI Ducks Baseball Game - Saturday, July 3, 5:30 p.m.
Youth Movie Night - Friday, August 13, 6 -9 p.m.
