Children & Family Ministries
Upcoming Camps and Programs
Vacation Bible Camp (PreK-5th Grade): June 8-11
Theme: "Snowball Mountain Challenge: Find Your Strength in God." All participants will receive a backpack, t-shirt, fun crafts, exciting science experiments, as well as snacks and lunch. Cost: $40. Register here beginning Monday, March 2nd! For more info, contact Brian Wittstruck.
Summer Camps: June 15 - July 23
Session 1: June 15 - July 2 = $425
Session 2: July 6 - July 23 = $425
For the full 6 weeks = $800
Little Pebbles Summer Camp
Get ready to embark on an exciting adventure this summer with our wintery-themed camp! "Snowball Mountain Challenge" invites kids to an exciting winter sports event where they become Challengers, gearing up for frosty games, snowy surprises, and hands-on lessons about resilience and faith. We offer two, three-week sessions over the summer, Monday-Thursday from 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM. PreK/Rising K class is currently full. For all other age groups (toddlers-3 years), please email steppingstones@gnv.org for Little Pebbles registration.
Creative Arts Camp (K-5)
Open to all children in Grades K-5 within the Gainesville area! Participants will explore music, dance, singing, sculpting, and cooking. Register here beginning Monday, March 2nd! For more info, contact Angela Dennis.
Crosstrainers Sports Camp (K-7)
An action-packed sports experience for K-5th graders, filled with exercise and energy. Activities include indoor Gaga, capture the flag, pickleball, and more! Register here beginning Monday, March 2nd! For more info, contact Ben Haines.
CHEERS Afterschool
Our Wednesday afterschool program is held from 3-5 PM beginning Jan 14 and ending May 6. Activities include devotionals, music, recreation, crafts, cooking, and more. Children in K-5th grade are welcome, and the cost is $25. Early enrichment pickup from Talbot is available (12:30-3 PM).
Warren Willis Overnight Camp
Experience a transformative week at our classic overnight camp for rising 4th graders to recent seniors on Lake Griffin. Trinity’s children and youth will attend Week 2 from June 22-27. Registration is through Warren Willis United Methodist Camp, with transportation provided by Trinity on June 22. For more details and to register, visit the camp's website.
Parents Night Out
Drop your children off for a fun-filled evening with dinner, a craft, and a movie to wind down the night. It’s only $20 for 5:30-8:30 PM, or $25 for 5:30-10:00 PM. Meet us in Room 101 in the Education Building for drop off.
Upcoming dates: Mar 6 | Apr 10 | May 8 | Jul 18
For more information, contact Angela Dennis, Children & Family Ministries Assistant | Email Angela
In-person Worship
Children are always welcome to participate in our services! Our thriving Children and Family Ministry also teach fun(damental) Biblical lessons!
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Preschool ministry is available at both 9:30 and 11:00 AM services. Parents and Guardians may check their children in at Room 102 in the Education Building. Please register your children with the Children and Family Ministry Team.
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(9:30 & 11:00 AM) Children will sit with their families during the first half of worship. Prior to the sermon, children will be led to Mr. Brian Wittstruck and friends for discipleship, prayer, and playtime on the North Oaks playground for Children’s Connection. Please register your children with the Children and Family Ministry Team. We will bring children back into worship for Communion.
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Childcare is available for our 6:35 PM service. Please bring your children to Room 101 in the Education Building.
Meet the Children & Family Ministries Team
Brian Wittstruck, Director
Angela Dennis, Assistant