Welcome

every Sunday, Bay Life Church ministers to the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of hundreds of young people from three months through grade five. From our preschool rooms to our high-energy elementary stage productions, Bay Life provides many fun and exciting ways to get children engaged in learning about their faith. For more information about Bay Life Children's Ministry and any upcoming events, email us at baylifekids@baylife.org, or call 813.661.3696, ext. 317.

Security

All children are registered at a computer station (FrontLine Ministry) and receive a nametag with an ID number. If, at any time during the service you are needed, the tag number and room assignment will scroll across the bottom of the screen in the Worship Center of Building A. Entrance to the Nursery and Preschool hallways, for any reason, including picking up your child, will require a security tag.

Good Health

Children who show signs of fever or symptoms of any other contagious illness will not be accepted into the classroom.

Parent Connection

We distribute take home pages for children in our preschool and elementary areas. Please look for those sheets each week. These sheets are designed to help you reinforce the lessons learned during service, as well as provide another time of spiritual connection with your child.

Tips and reminders

Please label all of your child’s belongings. Other than a Bible, we discourage your child from bringing personal items such as toys, cell phones, electronic games, etc. to their classes.

Nursery/Toddlers

Our nursery is filled with wonderful volunteers excited about caring for babies and toddlers from 3 through 23 months of age. Weekly volunteers have committed to serve through the school year, enabling your child to become familiar and comfortable with their teacher, and the teacher comes to know and love your child. Our teachers gently care for your babies and toddler’s physical needs, as well as their spiritual needs through sharing Jesus with them in music and stories.

Preschool

Our preschool area is ready to receive your children, ages two – five, with joy and care. Each week, your child will be exposed to his or her first Bible truths through praise and worship, Bible story time, and through Life Groups in our older classes. Your child will love his or her class, and will learn how much God loves them.

Kids Live

Kindergarten through fourth grade: In Kids Live, your son or daughter will experience great practical and compelling Bible teaching. Kids will be challenged to memorize scripture, as well as develop community and discipleship in the context of Life Groups.

Transitional Ministry – Fifth Grade

Our fifth grade time is designed to bridge the gap between elementary and middle school. The students experience challenging teaching, fun, and fellowship in Life Groups during this special year.

First Step Classes

These classes are designed to teach basic principles of the faith to elementary aged children who have expressed an interest in baptism. During First Step, your child will learn the meaning of baptism and will confirm his or her salvation. Teachers will also instruct them regarding communion and church membership. A parent is required to attend these classes with each child. Check the church bulletin and calendar for the dates of the next scheduled classes.

Baby Dedication

Bay Life Church observes parent commitment and infant dedication. This is a special time when parents thank God for the loan of a precious new life and pledge themselves to follow the Lord’s leadership in the development of the child’s life. Dedication services are scheduled twice a year, on Mother’s Day and in November. You may request an application by writing "Baby Dedication" on your completed Welcome Card or by obtaining an application as these two services draw near.