Naz Kidz

At Naz Kidz, our goal is to have all children know Jesus. We wish to instill the truth of the Trinity in them, knowing how God sent His son as a gift for all of us. We want all our Naz Kidz to know the glory of God’s Word – the Bible – and the truth it holds. Jesus makes all things possible! We wish to have all children find a unity with other Christians and to form a Church Family. Here at Patchogue Church of Nazarene, we know the how important it is for these precious children to have faith, trust, and love for Jesus at an early age. We have gatherings and events beyond our normal Sunday School to help them to form stronger bonds with one another. This also allows them to feel confident inviting friends from outside our church to have some fun, and come be a part of our family. We hope to serve everyone, and help all our kids to build a strong foundation in faith.

With this mission in mind, we offer a number of programs that promote biblical learning and application as well as service in church:

Nursery Services are offered to parents of toddlers. Children, one to three years old, are received in a nurturing and safe environment in which they can play and listen to biblical stories and music while their parents are participating of the church's Sunday program.

Pre K and Kindergarten Class is offered to children in preschool and kindergarten, ages four through five. This class utilizes a curriculum designed for early biblical instruction that emphasizes Creation, stories from the Old and New Testaments, the life of Christ and the early Christians.

Elementary and Middle School Classes are offered to children in two separate groups: 1st-3rd grade and 4th-6th grade. Lessons for these age groups are selected and design with the purpose of giving children a foundation on God’s word that will serve as a guide for their personal lives, to apply the teachings of the bible to their daily living and to develop a personal relationship with the Lord.

First Communion Preparation Class is designed for children seven years old and older to develop an understanding of what Communion represents in the Christian church as well as its importance and background in biblical history. This class consists of five special lessons offered once a year (between April and June) and culminates with a special service in church for a First Communion celebration.

Vacation Bible School (VBS) is a one-week program geared to biblical instruction trough fun activities and lessons around a specific theme. Besides being instructed in the word of God, children participate in activities making crafts, playing games, singing worship songs, and preparing their own snacks.

Holiday Parties are special events to celebrate Thanksgiving, Christmas and Easter. Children of all age groups participate together in a program that includes worship, lesson, crafts, games and snacks.

Other Special Programs: Children's Choir (for special activities) and Christmas Play

One of the most precious gifts the Heavenly Father has given us is the children that He has placed in our trust. The Children's Ministry is a place where each child is loved, nurtured and taught the truths and promises of the scripture. It is important that our children know we have a loving Father in heaven, a helper in the Holy Spirit and a Savior in the Lord Jesus Christ.

"For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edge sword, it penetrates even in dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart." - Hebrews 4:12 NIV

For more information, please contact: Desire Boutsikos