At the Loudonville Baptist Temple, we have a different, but we believe scriptural, philosophy of youth ministry.
Our goal is not to entertain children, but rather to edify them in the faith. So much of our society is geared
toward entertainment and unfortunately many churches have adopted this philosophy in their youth programs.
They will say, “We have to do these things to attract or keep the youth in our church.” We believe this is contrary
to the Word of God and will prove to be destructive rather than constructive. Children are more capable than
they are often being given credit. They can learn the Word of God, they can memorize the Word of God,
and they can be taught the principles of the Word of God, and they can live Christ-honoring lives! They do not
need to come to church to be entertained, they can get more than enough of that in the world. They need to be
edified in the faith just as other believers.
Therefore, our youth programs are built around the principle of
discipleship/edification. On Wednesday Nights, the children are discipled in the faith and taught how to develop
their own devotional lives. This process begins at about 4 - 5 years of age and continues through high school.
We believe that principles taught in these formative years will become life-long character builders. On Sundays,
the children are taught the Word of God through its stories.
Teenagers are taught how to make faith their own and to
apply its principles to their lives.
Classroom instruction serves only as a foundation, and
children are encouraged to serve the Lord with their families in the many
ministries of the church.
Classes and Programs:
Sunday School Classes
Classes for all ages Nursery-High School. The Word of God is taught systematically through stories
and through verse by verse studies (depending on age) of scripture.
Soldiers for Christ Club
Our Soldiers for Christ club meets during the Evening Prayer and Bible Study.
This club meets year-round and is for ages 4 - High School. Principles of Bible Study,
development of prayer and devotional lives are encouraged. Many Children have
come to know Christ as Savior through this club.
Youth Visitation
Youth are encouraged to participate in our regular church-wide Thursday Night Visitation
Program as well as follow-up with people through our Sowing the Seed Ministry.
Church Services at Long Lake Park
From May to September we conduct Church Services at Long Lake Park Campground.
Campers are encouraged through singing and the preaching of the Word of God.
All church members are encouraged to participate by offering testimonies, special music,
and many of our men get opportunities to preach.
Vacation Bible School
Each year we set aside a week for intense Bible learning for our children from kindergarten-6th grade.
Nightly services are geared toward teaching the children a principle from the Word of God. Students
are encouraged to memorize Scripture and to invite their friends.
Jr. Church Services
During our Sunday Morning Worship service we have 2 Children’s church services One for 3-6 year olds and
one for 1st -6th grade. These are not mandatory, and
we allow parents to choose whether or not they would
prefer to have their children in the Morning Worship
Service.
Nursing Home Ministry
Once a month we conduct services at a local Nursing Home. Our goal is to be an encouragement to the residents
and well as the staff.
Singing Groups and Choir
Our young people are encouraged to use their talents for the Lord in our singing groups. Most of these groups
practice regularly and sing during special music times in our services.
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