Mount Vernon Kids!

Dear Mount Vernon Baptist Church Families,

Welcome to your Mount Vernon Kids newsletter! We are thrilled to teach your children and eager for another week of learning, worship, play, and growing the faith within your child.

MV Kids! is updated weekly with news and updates concerning the children of Mount Vernon. Information on teachers, lessons, Sunday and Wednesday activities, recognitions, and upcoming events can be found here! We hope you find this newsletter convenient and helpful.

Discuss what your child is learning as a family! Look for opportunities to apply Sunday Bible lessons and Wednesday scripture learning with your child this week!

"Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old they will not turn from it." Proverbs 22:6

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Do family or friends need prayer at this time?

Email kidsatmvbc@gmail.com with your prayer request.

Requests can be posted or kept private and the Children's Minister will pray for you.

Having a blessed moment? Is your family thankful and celebrating?

Text Dana Johnson (469) 882- 5319 or Email kidsatmvbc@gmail.com with news to share!

Location: In the Welcome Center hall, for infants and toddlers under three years of age.

Nursery Director - Sharon McClung

9:30 Caregiver: Lisa Johnson

11:00 Caregiver: Karen Kinder

Location: The Children's Hall, for children three years of age and up.

Preschool Director - Autumn Lambert

Teacher: Autumn Lambert

Unit of the Month: What Jesus Taught Luke 10:27

Lesson of the Week: Jesus Taught about God's Care Matthew 5:1-2; 6:25-34

Location: In the Children's Hall, for School age children Kindergarten to Fifth grade.

K-2nd Teacher: McKenzie Harless

3rd-5th Teacher: Carol McGowan

Unit of the Month: Jesus, The Teacher John 12:49

Lesson of the Week: Jesus Taught about Forgiveness Matthew 18:21-35

Begins in the Sanctuary and ends in the Chapel,

for School age children Kindergarten to Fifth grade.

SERVICE 11:00 AM - 11:15 AM

Children join parents and guardians for approximately the first 15 minutes of the Second Service.

During this time children learn to engage in worship as young members of Mount Vernon's community. Families should encourage manners and behaviors expected of members in our congregation during service attendance.

• Walking in the Sanctuary
• Greeting surrounding members
• Standing and sitting when prompted
• Participating in worship songs to the best of their ability

LESSON 11:15 AM - 12:00 PM

Children are escorted from the Sanctuary across the Welcome Center to the Chapel.

Children's Minister: Dana Johnson

Unit of the Month: Jesus, The Teacher John12:49

Lesson of the Week: Jesus Taught about Forgiveness Matthew 18:21-35

Fall 2025

Ages 4 years and up

Choir Director: Vicki Underwood

6:00 PM

Location: In the gym hall, for youth 6th grade and up

Leader: Jonathan Brooks

Ignite is a high energy youth meeting where Students enjoy games, food, fun, and a message that challenges them for the upcoming week.

Are you looking for fellowship with other Mount Vernon parents and couples?

Meet The Pillars!

Wednesdays at 7:00PM off the Children's Hall, across from the decoration room.

This group is a community of husbands and wives with growing families, committed to encouraging one another through this time of life in marriage, parenting, family, and relationship with the Lord. We gather at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesdays during Children's activities for fellowship, worship, and Bible study.

Sundays at 6:00PM in the Library

Led by Jacob Losh

Men's Bible study group offers a great space for fathers and men of all ages to come together, dive into scripture, and support one another in their spiritual journey. We meet regularly to share insights, encourage one another, and grow in our faith through fellowship and study. We will be starting a new study soon- a great time to join in!

Mount Vernon Women's Ministry!

Sundays at 6:00PM in The Point room

Lead by Kessach Lester

This group helps the women of Mount Vernon Baptist Church connect. We hope to strengthen our relationships with one another, and in turn strengthen our church and God’s Kingdom! We can share our joys and trials here so that we can support each other and celebrate together!

Questions about Sunday or Wednesday classes?

Comments about Children's events and programming?

Do you have a concern and want to know how Mount Vernon can help your child?

Reach out to the Children's Ministry Director Dana Johnson at kidsatMVBC@gmail.com

Thank you for taking the time to read our Mount Vernon Kids newsletter! We are so grateful to partner with you in glorifying God by growing the spirit of faith within His children. We look forward to a wonderful year ahead!

Children are a reward from God. They are arrows reaching into the future. Psalm 127

Dana Johnson
Children's Ministry Director
Mount Vernon Baptist Church

kidsatmvbc@gmail.com