Sunday School | Bethany Bash Programs | Vacation Bible School | Day Camp
Child Development Center | Kids Care | Confirmation Class
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Sunday School - Sundays at 10 a.m.:

Sunday School is held each Sunday at 10 a.m. for children of all ages. See the Classroom Map for room locations.

The Pre-School Division includes classes for infants and toddlers (birth to age two) and classes for younger children (two to five years old).

Bethany Bash Programs
(Wednesdays from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.):

The Bethany family gathers on Wednesday evenings for a meal, fellowship and learning opportunities. This gathering, which we call "Bethany Bash," is held each Wednesday from mid-August to the end of April, with a short break for Christmas. After a reasonably priced meal, adults attend classes in a variety of subjects, and children participate in special programming that includes music, art and recreation.

Programming for ages 3-5 (younger than kindergarten):

• 6-6:30 p.m. – Cherub Choir

• 6:30-7:30 p.m. – Stories and Activities

Programming for kindergarten through 2nd Grade:

• 6-6:40 p.m. – Melody Choir

• 6:45-7:30 p.m. – Art or Recreation

Programming for 3rd-5th grades:

• 6:40 p.m. – Art or Recreation

• 6:45-7:30 p.m. – Wesley Choir

Vacation Bible School:

Bethany conducts Vacation Bible School for one week each summer for children from four years old (by September 1) through those who have just completed the sixth grade.

In 2008, VBS will be held July 14-18. Our theme will be “Beach Party: Surfin' the Scriptures.” Children will learn about hot air ballooning as they explore how to follow God, trust God, listen to God, repent and serve others in Jesus’ name. Children will visit an exciting beach where they will learn the basics of surfing, ride the wave of God’s love, and go home with a new "Beach Be-Attitude." Be obedient, be kind, be forgiving, be bold, and believe are the essential "Beach Be-Attitudes" that, through Surfin’ Scripture teachings, will be the basis for your kids’ VBS beach outing.

Vacation Bible School will meet from 9 a.m. to noon each day. Register on-line or pick up a registration form are in Bethany's Education Office or Welcome Center . Please register by July 1. There is no fee to attend VBS.
 

Summer Day Camp:

In 2007, Day Camp will be held June 11-15. The theme will be “On the Way.” Campers who will have completed first through sixth grades are invited to join us as we explore the journeys of biblical characters and rejoice in the goodness of God’s presence.

The cost to attend Day Camp is $25 per child and includes a T-shirt and field trip. Day Camp will be held from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. each day in Azalea Park. Activities will include Bible Stories and related activities, fun crafts, singing, prayer, hiking, swimming and a field trip.

Register online or pick up a registration form in the church Education Office and Welcome Center. Please register by June 1.

Bethany Child Development Center
for infants through kindergarteners
The Child Development Center (CDC) gives children their first exposure to education and social development within a Christian setting. With programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and kindergarteners, CDC staff are committed to helping children grow and develop socially, emotionally, intellectually and spiritually in a developmentally appropriate environment. All this is done while providing a warm, nurturing, safe and positive atmosphere where learning is fun and exciting.

Kids Care After School Program
for kindergarteners through fifth graders:
Bethany offers a unique after school program for children of church members and for children in the Summerville area, who are in kindergarten through fifth grade. Kids Care provides after school care from 2:30 to 6:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Emphasis is placed on spiritual growth, homework, supervision and activities with crafts and art. Snacks, free play, music, games and story time are included in this program.