Hillside Assembly of God Church in Gillett will begin a new year of youth and children’s programs on Wednesday evenings beginning Sept. 9.
An open house kicks off with registration and photo taking at 6:20 p.m, followed by hot dogs and games in the gym andoutside. At 6:50 p.m., kids will gather in the gym for a special presentation. Afterwards, they will find their classrooms and meet their teachers, as well as get to know the others in their class. This will be followed by a special ice cream treat and prizes in each classroom.
Royal Rangers is a boys’ program for kindergarten through fifth grade. Boys learn practical lessons from the Bible with a variety of themes including camping, sports, lifesaving and first aid. This program has transitioned into a new expanded program with more themes and opportunities to grow.
Mpact Girls Club is for girls of the same grade level and teaches practical lessons from the Bible with various themes that girls can relate to, including making the right choices, fitness, attitude, peer pressure, family, accountability and self-esteem. There are also fun activities with each lesson. Both groups can earn rewards and have opportunities for extra curricular activities.
The Hillside youth group Switch for sixth through 12th grades also meets on Wednesday and includes an opportunity to make new friends, hear practical messages from the Bible, have small group discussions, play games, sing contemporary Christian music, and just have fun with other teens.
For adults, there is a Bible study titled “Truth Rising: Understanding the Times.” The first class begins Sept. 16.
The church, 5890 State Highway 22, Gillett, will be running its bus ministry this fall. Ride information is available through Sept. 2 by calling 920-855-2962.
For information or to register, visit www.hillsidefamilynight.org. Those who register by Sept. 2 will be entered in a drawing for additional prizes.
