Shotgate Baptist Church

"Developing People In God's Image"

Activities

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posted Tuesday, 20 February 2007

Girls Brigade/ Boys Brigade/ Sunday Club/ Toddles/ Youth/ Life Hour/ Prayer Meeting/Men  

1. GIRLS BRIGADE

The Girls Brigade is a club for girls aged 5-11. We meet on a Thursday and play games, sing songs, listen to stories and make crafts. We also work towards badges such as cooking, baby care and much more. For more information call Pauline Sims on 01268 562050. For more information about the Girls Brigade, see their website. 

Thursdays: Girls Brigade - 5pm to 6:15pm Explorers (5-8 yrs)

                                              - 6:30pm to 8pm Juniors (8-11 yrs)

2. BOYS BRIGADE

The Boys Brigade is a club for boys aged 5-15 and includes tons of fun activities such as games, sport, crafts, trips, stories and much more. We also work towards badges and so you will learn to do lots of exciting things.

If you would like to join, or find out more information, call our Captain, Chris King, on 01268 463429. For more information about what the Boys Brigade does, see their Boys Brigade Website.

Tuesdays: Boys Brigade - 5:00pm to 6:00pm Anchor (5-8 yrs)

                                        - 6:00pm to 7.30pm Juniors (8-11 yrs)

                                        - 7.30pm to 9:00pm Company Section (11-15 yrs)

3. SUNDAY CLUB

Sunday Club is for children aged 5-9. Every week we play tons of games and there are always prizes to be won! We also have a short Bible lesson each week, as well as crafts, silly songs and quizzes. Every child gets a free Bible after attending for 12 weeks.

The children join in with the beginning of the service (at 10.30am) and are encouraged to take an active part if they want to. After Sunday Club they join back in with the adults for free refreshments at about 11.45am. The children are welcome to attend even if their parents don't. The group is run by Lindsay and one other adult (on a rota basis).

Inspiration is Sunday youth group for young people aged 10-14. We play games and have discussions, quizzes, videos and music. We look at what the Bible has to offer for our lives. After attending for 12 weeks, you will receive a free Youth Bible. 

We join in with the beginning of the service (at 10.30am) which you can take part in if you want to. After Inspiration we join everyone else for drinks and biscuits at about 11.45am. You are welcome to attend even if your parents don't. The group is run by Vicky.

Sundays: For children aged 5-9 and Inspiration for children aged 10-14

4. TODDLES

Each Toddles meeting includes:

  • Colouring 
  • Toys
  • Ride-along toys
  • A baby area
  • Books
  • Puzzles
  • Refreshments
  • Songs
  • Birthday presents
  • Outdoor water fun (weather permitting)
  • Crafts

This is a great opportunity for your child to learn to interact with other children, as well as developing through play. It is also a chance for you to meet other parents and make new friends. Dads are welcome at the group - don't worry you wont be the only one! We have regular evening activities just for the parents.

We have facilities for bottle warming and baby changing, as well as a comfortable area for breastfeeding. We have parking but the car park can get quite full so walk if possible. 

Tuesdays: Parent/Carer and Toddler (babies welcome) - 10.00-11.30am

Thursdays: Parent/Carer and Toddler (babies welcome) - 10.00-11.30am

Cost: £1 per family 

5. YOUTH

The group is for young people aged 11-15 (year 6+). We meet on a Friday night, 7.30-9.30pm at the church. The price is £1. There is tons to do including...

...table football, table tennis, snooker, air hockey, badminton, football, cricket, board games, group games, crafts, DVDs, pool, discussions (about current issues and beliefs), workshops, music, quizzes, competitions, tuck shop, bowling, quazar, camps and more...

Fridays: Youth Group (11-15 yrs) - 7.30pm to 9.30pm (please note, youth group is closed until 18th April 2008.) 

6. LIFE HOUR

Wednesdays: Bible study and prayer - 11am - 12pm

7. PRAYER MEETING

Wednesdays: 8pm at the church

8. MEN

Saturdays: The last Saturday in the month @ 8:30am to 10am. We serve a great English breakfast and some time for some manly talk together. We also have guest speakers now and then that covers numerous topics. Come and join us and have a great morning.