When it comes to children’s ministry, we know that kids thrive when they are given age-specific programs that are both fun and educational. Kids Way is a safe and fun place where kids love to come, week after week, and learn about Jesus and God’s amazing plan for their life. Our desire is to connect with each child in a way that they will see Jesus through our genuine love and care, and be radically changed for God.

Weekends
Nursery
Infants-36 Months
We believe in ministering to the needs of every age group, including our smallest children. While parents participate in the adult services, they can rest assured that their babies are receiving the right attention and personal care in a safe and nurturing environment.
Preschool
3-5 Years
Preschoolers love to learn, which is why each preschool classroom provides interactive learning experiences in a colorful and engaging atmosphere. From illustrated Bible lessons to comical puppet skits, preschoolers learn God’s Word in bite-size bits.
Elementary
K-5 Grade
Combining high-energy activities with Bible-based teachings, the gospel is presented through a combination of games, characters and interactive songs that captivate kids’ attention while also showing them that Jesus is the Way, the Truth and the Life!
Wednesdays
Connect Groups for Kids

Rainbows
Girls & Boys, Ages 3-PreK5
Rainbows is a club for boys and girls ages 3-5 that will help lead them into a personal relationship with Christ! They will learn life applications from Bible stories and basic Biblical principles to live by.
Each child will be able to participate in games, activities, crafts and Scripture memory created to help them learn about life lessons and train them up to become Godly young girls and boys.
For Girls
Girls Ministries, Grades K-12
Through Girls Ministries, a girl can be discipled through Bible lessons, Bible games, activities and events such as sleepovers, campouts and more!
Girls Ministries has 5 grade-level clubs so girls can meet new friends and take part in age-appropriate, engaging activities.
All Girls Ministries classes meet on Wednesdays from 7pm to the end of evening service, usually about 8:30pm.


For Boys
Royal Rangers, Grades K-12
Through Royal Rangers, boys can be discipled through Bible lessons, Bible games, activities and events such as campouts and more!
Royal Rangers has 4 grade-level clubs so boys can meet new friends and take part in age-appropriate, engaging activities.
All Royal Rangers classes meet on Wednesdays from 7pm to the end of evening service, usually about 8:30pm.
Meet
The Staff
All Kids Way staff is background checked to keep your children safe.

Pastor Ashley Hawks-VanEst
Children’s Pastor

Pastor Heather Hawks
Assistant Children’s Pastor

Pastor Joyce Hernandez
Red Bug Lake Campus Children’s Pastor

Pastor Melissa Singleton
Michigan Street Campus Children’s Pastor

Lisa Godfrey
Administrative Assistant to Pastor Ashley Hawks-VanEst

Wendy Velez
Nursery Ministry Assistant Director

Pastor Rhonda Hawks
Nursery Ministry Director

Patrice Young
Preschool Ministry Director

Brittany Rolon
Assistant Children’s Pastor & Kids Way Event Coordinator
Upcoming Events
At KidsWay

KGE: Deeper LEADERS
March 27 7:45 am
Kids Way Check-in Kiosk
We are looking for volunteers in 7th grade and older. Please understand that all leaders go through an application process that includes a background check and an interview by one of our Kids Way Leadership Staff. Register now

Kids God Encounter: DEEPER
March 27 9:00 am
Kids Theaters
Children in grades 1-5 are invited to go DEEPER in their walk with God. Join Kids Way on Saturday, March 27 from 9am-12pm in the Kids Theaters. Though this is a free event, we ask that you still register. Register now

Kids Water Baptism 2021
April 28 7:00 pm
Water Baptism is a public confession of faith signifying death to self and a new life in Jesus Christ. Water baptism is encouraged for all believers ages 6 and older. Register

Kids Water Baptism 2021
June 23 7:00 pm
Water Baptism is a public confession of faith signifying death to self and a new life in Jesus Christ. Water baptism is encouraged for all believers ages 6 and older. Register

Kids Water Baptism 2021
August 25 7:00 pm
Water Baptism is a public confession of faith signifying death to self and a new life in Jesus Christ. Water baptism is encouraged for all believers ages 6 and older. Register

Kids Water Baptism 2021
November 17 7:00 pm
Water Baptism is a public confession of faith signifying death to self and a new life in Jesus Christ. Water baptism is encouraged for all believers ages 6 and older. Register
Reach Out
For More Information
If you have any questions or if you need more information, please contact the KidsWay team.