What is Awana?
Awana Clubs International is an evangelical ministry that
provides Bible-based evangelism and graded discipleship
resources for children ages Pre-K – 5th grade (here at
Calvary Chapel). The name
Awana is an acronym for “Approved Workmen Are
Not Ashamed,” which comes from their key verse: “Study to
shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not
to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth” (2
Timothy 2:15). The goal of Awana is to
“reach kids, equip leaders, and change the world” by making
one disciple at a time.
The age-based Awana curriculum aims to reach kids and
families with the gospel. Awana pairs a small group
discipleship handbook with large group teaching. Children
learn how to memorize God’s Word, study the Bible, and apply
it to their lives. As children complete various stages in
the Awana program, they earn awards. The night consists of
handbook time, worship time, game time, and a biblical
message for all groups. Throughout
the year we have fun theme nights and activities such as the
camp-in and the grand prix. Check out the AWANA calendar
below more details.
Cubbies (3 and 4 year olds)
We
offer 3 and 4 year olds the opportunity to learn the truths
about God, Jesus and salvation through fun learning
activities in a handbook.
There are 2 handbooks that alternate each year: the
Appleseed and the Honeycomb handbook. Your child will
need to bring this handbook with them every Wednesday
night and wear their vest.
Please look it over and work along with your child at
home when possible.
We will be going over each week’s verses with them in
class.
Sparks is K through 2nd Grade Truth & Training is 3rd Grade through 5th grade
SPARKS
Sparks® ignites the curiosity of early elementary-age kids
to learn about the people and events of the Bible, building
a foundation of wisdom for knowing Christ.
Sparks is divided into three years, each with a unique rank:
HangGlider®, WingRunner® and SkyStormer™. Each year, kids in
Sparks:
• Explore the biographies of people of the Bible from a new
portion of Scripture
• Memorize Bible verses
• Complete handbook activities
T&T
The T&T (Truth & Training) curriculum teaches kids the truth
of God's Word, trains them to follow Him and practice His
grace. In this 3 year curriculum series, kids will explore
the fundamental doctrines of Christianity including:
• The character and nature of God
• The structure and sequence of the Bible
• The redemption narrative
• Key practices for followers of Jesus
By encouraging kids to engage in highly biblical and highly
relational discipleship, T&T helps students to grow and
develop as lifelong followers of Jesus Christ. Every new T&T
will be given an entrance booklet called the
“Start
Zone”
that needs to be completed before purchasing the book for
the year. Each year will be a different book but everyone
will be going through the same book simultaneously. Please
try and have your child memorize their verse for that week
and come in to recite it to a leader.
How can I involve my child in Awana?
Please download the application form (click here), Fill out the form and turn it in at the Awana table in the hall behind the sanctuary, outside the gym. Any questions can be answered by the Awana representatives at the Awana table.
Calendar of Awana Events
Weekly Schedule
Awana meets each Wednesday at 7pm (in the gym), at the same time the adult bible study (sanctuary) and both Jr. and Sr. high youth groups (Sunday School rooms) meet. All activities end at 8:30pm.
Awana Calendar 2022- 2023 (Awana began August 31st)
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SEPTEMBER |
7 |
14 |
21 |
28 Share Store |
|
|
OCTOBER |
5 Candy Counting Contest Starts! |
12
|
19 |
26
|
|
|
NOVEMBER
|
2 Candy Counting Contest Ends! |
9 CRAZY HAIR NIGHT! |
16 |
23
|
Share Store
|
|
DECEMBER
|
7
|
14
|
21
|
|
|
|
JANUARY |
4 PLINKO CONTEST STARTS! |
11 MUSTACHE NIGHT! |
18
|
25
|
|
|
FEBRUARY |
1 PLINKO CONTEST ENDS!
|
8 STUFFED CRITTER NIGHT! |
15
|
22
|
|
|
MARCH |
1
|
8 PJ NIGHT!
|
15
|
22 |
|
|
APRIL
|
5 |
12
|
19
|
26
|
|
|
MAY |
3
|
10
|
17
|
24
|
AWANA ENDS! (Closing Ceremonies) |
