STUDENTS & FAMILIES
growing in faith
Our Family Ministry exists to be a loving, inviting, and enthusiastic community where we walk with and encourage family leaders, students, and children alike to explore their God given gifts to live a life that shares God’s Kingdom with those they encounter.
Partnership | As the family leader, you have the greatest influence on your child’s life. We want to help celebrate your successes and be a resource when you are uncertain about what to do. Families are always stronger with more support! |
Identity | All our children and students are accepted, loved, and have God given worth and purpose. We want to help them seek out these truths. |
Community | You belong, are valued, and safe in our space. We hope we can feel like home to you as well as challenge you in your faith walk. |
Service | Whether you serve in worship services, at our food pantry, out of state, or abroad, one of the best ways to put our God given gifts to use is by sharing them those around us through service. |
CHILDREN
Join us each Sunday for Impact Kids!
Love God, Love People, Do Your Best, Have Fun.
Children (pre-k – 5th Grade) start in the 9 am service before being dismissed to the Education Building, Room 207 for IMPACT Kids. Pick-up is after service at 10:15 am.
UPCOMING CHILDREN'S MINISTRY EVENTS
Blueberry Picking Family Event
9 am - 1 pm
Parents, Family and Friends are invited to attend! Join us for a family day on the farm and more. We will depart from Palms Center parking lot and travel to Albritton's Farm, return to church by noon for a boxed lunch, pie making, and fun.
To register for this event, click on the button below.
VBS Camper Registration
VBS is a week of fun & dynamic camp where kids (ages preschool - 5th grade) will grow closer to God and in their faith by learning bible truths, worship with music, games, and friendships. All Aboard – Register Now! Click on the button below to register your child(ren) for VBS!
VBS Volunteer Registration
VBS is a week where preschoolers through young adults grow closer to God and in their faith by learning and serving. We need YOU to be a part of this mentorship. There are a number of areas that you may serve. If you're ready to sign up as a volunteer, click on the button below "Register Now".
If you would like information regarding volunteering for VBS, contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or click in the "More Info" link below.
Cub Scouts
Educ. Bldg., Rm. 210
The Cub Scouts are open to boys & girls grades K through 5. Contact us, or join us Mondays to learn more about Cub Scouting.
STUDENTS
Every Sunday morning we gather together at 9 am in the Palms Center.
STUDENT ENGAGEMENT OPPORTUNITIES & UPCOMING EVENTS
After Hours
5:30 - 7:30 pm
Palms Center
Senior Retreat
Anna Maria Island
This retreat is structured to help prepare our graduating seniors for their next steps in life. We’ll cover important life topics and help students feel better equipped to handle things such as home sickness, budgeting, taking care of your physical and mental health, adapting to the additional responsibilities, and more. To sign up, text or email Conor: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Middle School Mission Trip
Our Middle School Mission Trip is open to all 6th-8th grade students. We will be traveling to South Florida as we partner with Praying Pelican Missions to serve in local congregations.
Montreat
Our annual high school trip to Montreat, North Carolina is open to all 9th-12th grade students. This trip includes a service project before arriving at Montreat Camp and Conference Center.
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TUTORING
Back to Basics Tutoring began in 1992 to provide supplemental academic help to 12 students from our church. Since then, the program has grown to over 125 students from all over Sarasota county.
Back to Basics offers students one hour, one-on-one tutoring sessions that can make a tremendous difference in their achievements at school.
Tutors volunteer to help the students from one hour a week to up to six hours a week.
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PALMS PRESCHOOL
It is the philosophy of the Palms Preschool to welcome families, children and staff of all faiths, creed and ethnic origins to the program. We are committed to offering a safe, caring, and stimulating educational environment. Children have the opportunity to explore and learn by experiencing creative, hands-on age appropriate educational activities presented by nurturing and professional staff. We offer a multi-faceted program where open communication between families and staff is promoted in order to help each child reach their potential and share the gifts that God has given them.
3224 BEE RIDGE ROAD, SARASOTA, FL 34239 | 941 924-1323
