First Baptist Church Children's Learning Center

At First Baptist Church we believe that the importance of a preschool and childrens graded choir program cannot be overstated. As such, First Baptist has hired a person whose sole focus is to develop and maintain this quality ministry that is one of the hallmarks of our great church. Cindy Petway, our Childrens Choir Coordinator, along with a most talented group of lay leaders, staff and lead this school-year based ministry of our church. Graded choirs meet each Wednesday evening of the school year at 5:30 p.m. Here is a listing of the choirs that are available for your children:

• Cherub I (3 year olds)
• Cherub II (4 year olds)
• Cherub III (5 year olds/Kindergarten)
• Music Makers I (1st Grade)
• Music Makers II (2nd Grade)
• Music Makers III (3rd Grade)
• Young Musicians (4th-6th Grades)

Nearly 150 children are enrolled and participate in these choirs. These choirs often lead our congregation in worship and perform during our Advent season and on Childrens Day at First Baptist as well. Our Young Musicians choir presents an annual choral program at the conclusion of our graded choir year.

This graded choir program focuses on our core belief that much of the theology that we learn comes through the music that we sing. Scripture and hymn memorization is an important part of this unique program. And, our children learn a great deal about how to sing and how to read music. What a great way to introduce your child to the important matters of faith that are such a vital part of their Christian experience!