First Baptist Church Waynesville
Sunday, September 05, 2010

AWANAs

2010-2011 AWANA's will begin on Wednesday, September 8th. Schedule and calendar coming soon. Hope to see you there!
 
 
 
Our AWANA's meet most Wednesdays during the school year from 6:15pm - 7:45 pm. Every week, there is a theme so don't miss it or you might miss out on some of the fun!
 
AWANA is an international, Bible-centered, children's organization. First Baptist Church of Waynesville offers AWANA as a positive influence in the development of our children. The main objective of AWANA is to reach boys and girls with the Gospel of Christ and to train them to serve HIM. The acrostic AWANA comes from the first letters of Approved Workmen Are Not Ashamed (2 Timothy 2:15). AWANA leaders are committed to serve Christ. Leaders serve because of their obedience to Christ to reach people for Christ and because they love working with children.
 
AWANA strongly encourages hiding God's word in your heart to guard against sin by emphasizing, memorizing, and understanding Scripture (God's Word).
 
Drop Off/Pick UP
 
AWANA begins promptly at 6:15pm in the sanctuary and ends promptly at 7:45 pm in the child's classroom. For safety of all children, parents and guardians must drop off children to the child's teacher in the sanctuary. Again, for the safety of all children, please pick up your child(ren) from their classroom. Parents and Guardians are required to sign each child out.
 
 AWANA CLASSES
 
Cubbies - this club consists of a class 3 - 5 year old boys and girls who are not yet in Kindergarten. Each clubber must be 3 by September 30. A Cubbies Vest can be purchased for $9.
 
Sparks - this club consists of boys and girls who are in Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd grade with each grade level having their own class. A Sparks vest can be purchased for $11.
 
Truth & Training (T&T) - this club consists of boys and girls in 3rd and 4th grade. Their are two classes for this club - one for boys and one for girls. T&T shirts can be purchased for $13.
 
 
WHAT DO WE DO IN AWANA?
 
The AWANA program at FBCW consists of three segments: Game Time, Handbook Time, and Council Time.
 
GAME TIME offers clubbers the opportunity to participate as a team in physical activity. Being part of a team builds team spirit, good sportsmanship, coordination skills, and self-confidence. Gym shoes are recommended.
 
HANDBOOK TIME consists of interactions between individual clubbers and their leaders. Clubbers recite verses and answer leaders' questions about the Bible. Once the clubber has covered the handbook material adequately, the leader will sign the handbook and the clubber will receive awards.
 
COUNCIL TIME includes announcement, testimonies, a Bible message presenting the Gospel, and instructions on applying Bible truths to everyday living.
 
 
OTHER INFORMATION
 
Dues
Dues help cover operation expenses such as equipment, materials, incentives, treats, awards, contests, and special supplies. Dues are $20 for the calendar year.
Handbook
The first entrance booklet is free. If your child misplaces his or her entrance booklet, a replacement may be purchased for $1.00. Upon completion of the entrance booklet, a handbook is required to continue the program. Handbooks are $8 each.
Uniforms
Clubbers are encouraged to wear their uniform each week. Uniforms can be purchased from the AWANA office and the cost can be found in the class descriptions above.
 
 
AWANA CLUBBERS EXPECTATIONS 
  1. Be on time and in your class' pew in the sanctuary at 6pm.
  2. Be in uniform every week.
  3. Demonstrate care and respect for church property.
  4. Ask your parents to donate $15 dues per calendar year per child attending AWANA to help pay for the ministry's yearly operating costs.
  5. Be prepared each week by bringing your handbook and Bible and by being ready to recite verses and pass sections.
  6. Be respectful by listening to your leaders, not running unless in gym or outside, and by not leaving trash or personal items in the sanctuary or classrooms.
  7. Make sure your parents sign you out at the end of each club night. No one will be dismissed to the parking lot unattended.
  8. Be friendly by helping one another and welcoming newcomers.
  9. Be an example by following the rules.
  10. Address your leaders by Mr., Mrs., or Miss as you do your teachers in school.