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Camp Paran '24: Whatever...!
Join us for CAMP PARAN '24: Whatever...!
Is there ever a time when God is not with us? No! He not only sees everything we do, but He also knows our every thought! At Camp Whatever...!, we'll learn from Philippians 4:8 how the Holy Spirit empowers us to live in a way that glorifies God by helping us think about good things. Because what we think about affects how we act, we want to make sure that whatever we think about is for our good and for His glory!
1ST - 5TH GRADES (CURRENT)
Monday, Jun 10, 2024 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM EDT
Tuesday, Jun 11, 2024 8:30 AM - Friday, Jun 14, 2024 3:00 PM EDT
Camp Whatever...! Information:
Elementary Day Camp: June 10 - 14
1st - 5th grades, current 23/24 school year (rising 2nd-6th grades)
Location: Mount Paran Church
Lunch and snacks are provided (Tuesday through Friday)
Camp Whatever...! Daily Schedule:
Monday, June 10: Family Fun Night @5pm!
5:00 - 6:30 PM - Campers pick up their camper packets with t-shirts and wristbands.
Cafe is open for dinner from 5:00 - 6:30 PM
6:30 - 7:15 PM - Camp Kick-Off event in the Sanctuary (for the whole family)
7:15- 8:00 PM - Camp Team Meet and Greet in the Great Hall (grab a snack and meet the team leaders)
Tuesday, June 11 - Friday, June 14
8:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Check-in begins at 8:00 AM (Tuesday through Friday)
Pick up is at 3:00 PM (Tuesday through Friday)
Daily activities include: services, games, worship, team competitions, crafts, and a variety of special activities each day.
Lunch and snacks are provided (Tuesday through Friday).
Thursday, June 13: Field Trip Day!
Check-in begins at 8:00 AM, pick up is at 3:00 PM at Mount Paran.
A waiver form will be provided by the event facility.
Friday, June 14: Foam Party and wet events.
Check-in begins at 8:00 AM, pick up is at 3:00 PM at Mount Paran.
A bathing suit, towel, and a change of clothes will be needed.
Camp Paran Preschool '24: Firelight
Camp Paran Preschool '24: Firelight
DAY CAMP FOR 3 YRS. (POTTY TRAINED) - KINDERGARTEN (CURRENT)
Monday, Jun 17, 2024 9:00 AM - Friday, Jun 21, 2024 1:00 PM EDT
At Camp Firelight, we will learn that we can trust God in every situation, even when we might be afraid. Because we know that God is always with us, we never have to worry! Like our memory verse, Psalm 56:3 says, "Whenever I'm afraid, I put my trust in you."
Camp Firelight Information:
Preschool/Kindergarten Day Camp: June 17 - 21
9 AM - 1 PM (check-in begins at 8:30 AM)
3 years (potty trained) - Kindergarten, current 23/24 school year
Snacks are provided.
Each day at camp, we will learn new songs, play games, participate in crafts and fun activities, learn lessons, make friends, and have yummy snacks.
We can't wait to see you at Camp Firelight!
Parent’s Night Out
Parent’s Night Out
Nursery (12 months and up), Preschool, 1st - 5th Grades
Friday, February 9th | 6:00 - 9:00 PM
Parents, please enjoy a night on the town while we provide entertainment and dinner for your kids! MP Kids is hosting a Parent's Night Out wit hChicken and Waffles (Elementary), Pizza (Preschool-Kindergarten), crafts, activity centers, movies, and great care for your children.
ATTENTION GOOD NEWS CLUB STUDENTS:
If you are attending Good News Club, email Ms. Emily before registering at EmilyS@MountParan.com. Please provide your student's full name, age, grade, and what school they attend.
EVENT INFORMATION:
Pizza, crafts, movies, & more!
Drop off and pick up for 12 months - Kindergarten is located on the 2nd floor of the Walker Center (Preschool Hallway), enter on level 2 of the parking deck.
Drop off and pick up for 1st - 5th grade is located on the 3rd floor of the Walker Center.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
Registration Cost - $15 per child
Pre-registration is required so that we may secure the necessary staff to adequately care for your child(ren) and make their night amazing!
No registrations will be accepted after Wednesday, February 7th in order for us to secure the necessary staff to adequately care for your child(ren) and make their night amazing!
One Sunday Service at 11 am
Join us for one Sunday morning service at 11 am on New Year's Eve. All MP Kid's ministry areas will be open.
Christmas Eve Candle Light Service
- One Sunday morning service at 11 am (Christmas stocking)
- Evening service at 5 pm (Christmas stocking)
- Childcare for 5 and under is available in the Nursery only for the 11 am service.
Preschool Pajama Jam with Yancy
Join us in your Pajamas as Christian songwriter and artist Yancy leads the MP Kids Preschool Pajama Jam party in songs and worship on Sunday, December 17.
About Yancy:
Yancy is a worship leader, songwriter, and producer of hundreds of songs that make Jesus loud. She has traveled the globe performing family concerts and leading worship. Her Dove Award-winning music is all the things kids love and everything adults value. As a songwriter, she’s written a number-one song, “I Don’t Want to Go,” recorded by Avalon. She loves the local church and is a powerhouse at leading and teaching kids to worship.
Pajama Jam and Donation Drive
Pajama Jam is here! Come in your favorite PJs and don't forget to bring a new pair of socks or PJs as all of MP Kids will be collecting donations for needy families this Christmas Season.
One Sunday Service at 11 am
It's the Sounds of Christmas weekend! Due to the performances happening this weekend, there will be only one service at 11 am on Sunday, December 10.
Great Hall Christmas Party
Join us in the Great Hall after the 9 am and 11 am service with Santa! Enjoy cookies, hot chocolate, and pictures with old Saint Nick.
Festival on the Mount 2023
Festival on the Mount is coming soon!
Join us for a fun-filled night for the whole family on Friday, October 27! We'll have games, inflatables, photo booths, costumes, and candy, and you won't want to miss the special FamBlitz Live event! The FamBlitz team is bringing their high-energy, interactive show with exciting games and challenges for kids and parents!
The festivities begin, and the café opens at 5:30 PM. The FamBlitz Live show starts at 7:15 PM.
Friday, October 27 | 5:30 – 8:30 PM
Café opens at 5:30 PM
Games and Activities from 5:30 – 7:00 PM
FamBlitz Live at 7:15 PM
Family-friendly costumes are welcome.
Please, no scary costumes.
Children's Christmas Choir Audition
Coming soon! Mount Paran's Worship team will hold auditions for the Sounds of Christmas Children's Choir on Sunday, September 24, and October 1 for 2nd-5th grade students. Email mpworship@mountparan.com for more details and to sign up for auditions.
Details:
Children's Choir Auditions: September 24 and October 1, starting at 12:15 pm.
Sounds of Christmas Performance Dates: December 9 & 10 | 3 pm & 7 pm.
To sign up for children's choir auditions, email mpworship@mountparan.com.
Children's Christmas Choir Audition
Coming soon! Mount Paran's Worship team will hold auditions for the Sounds of Christmas Children's Choir on Sunday, September 24, and October 1 for 2nd-5th grade students. Email mpworship@mountparan.com for more details and to sign up for auditions.
Details:
Children's Choir Auditions: September 24 and October 1, starting at 12:15 pm.
Sounds of Christmas Performance Dates: December 9 & 10 | 3 pm & 7 pm.
To sign up for children's choir auditions, email mpworship@mountparan.com.
Good News Club at Green Acres Elementary
Who can attend? All boys and girls, grades 1st-5th, regardless of religious background. Parents are also welcome to attend with their child, however, interaction with other children is not allowed without a background check on file with CEF. Please note that registrations need to be completed by Friday in order to attend club the next week.
Date: Every Thursday, beginning September 7, 2023
Time: 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Interested in volunteering or signing up? Email EmilyS@MountParan.com
Good News Club at Brumby Elementary
Who can attend? All boys and girls, grades 1st-5th, regardless of religious background. Parents are also welcome to attend with their child, however, interaction with other children is not allowed without a background check on file with CEF. Please note that registrations need to be completed by Friday in order to attend club the next week.
Date: Every Tuesday, beginning September 5, 2023
Time: 2:45 pm - 4:00 pm
Interested in volunteering or signing up? Email EmilyS@MountParan.com
Promotion (Move Up) Sunday
What's happening on July 30:
Preschool: Rising 1st graders will go to Elementary
Elementary: Rising 6th graders will go to Middle School
Middle School: Rising 9th graders will go to High School
Graduation Sunday
Sunday, July 23 will be the last Sunday in your current grade/ministry area. The following Sunday, July 30 all students will move to the next grade/ministry area.
What's happening on July 30:
Preschool: Rising 1st graders will go to Elementary
Elementary: Rising 6th graders will go to Middle School
Middle School: Rising 9th graders will go to High School
Freedom Celebration
Join us on July 2nd from 12-2pm for the Mount Paran Church Freedom Celebration! Live music and bounce houses for the kids.
The event is open to the public. BBQ lunch is available for purchase via meal tickets at the link below or on-campus at the MP Store.
Camp Paran Preschool 2023: Hero Hotline
Details:
Monday - Friday | 9:00 am – 1:00 pm (check in begins at 8:30 am)
3 years (potty-trained) - Kindergarten (spring 2023)
Snacks provided
$50 - Early registration ends April 3rd.
$75 - Registration closes June 5th.
Description:
In the depths of a colorful underground cave, is the beating heart of the hero community, the Hero Hotline Headquarters where everyone’s gifts are valued and every hero has a role to play. Each day at the Hero Hotline Headquarters, superheroes of all ages and abilities answer the call and join the Professor and veteran hero, Super Meer the Meerkat, to provide expert assistance and solutions to Hero Teams everywhere.
When Heroes in the field call in, the Professor, Super Meer, and our team of heroes will spring into action and explore the ultimate Hero Handbook -the Bible- to discover how all Heroes can follow the examples set by a cast of supporting Bible Heroes in stories from the Old and New Testaments, who work together to bring peace, build each other up, and share the great story of God’s love for us where they are and with the whole world.
Sessions:
Session 1: Jesus Builds the Team (John 1:35-51)
Session 2: Shiphrah, Puah, and Miriam: God's Wonder Women (Exodus 1:8 - 2:10)
Session 3: Jethro Mentors Moses (Exodus 18)
Session 4: The Magnificent Magi (Matthew 2:1-12)
Session 5: Unexpected Heroes Give Paul a Basket Ride (Acts 9:1-25)
Camp Paran Elementary 2023: MOVE
Join us for Camp Paran: MOVE!
During your child's week at camp, they will learn how to wake up and get ready to face any challenge that comes their way! When we face the unknown, Jesus is always with us, and with His help we are ready to MOVE!
DETAILS:
Camp Paran '23 - Elementary Day Camp (completed 1st - 5th grades)
Location: Mount Paran Church
Lunch and snacks provided.
CAMP SCHEDULE:
May 29th: Kick-off Monday with Family Night!
Camp check in begins at 5:00 pm on Monday, May 29th.
Dinner is available for purchase in the cafe.
Family concert with Yancy! at 6:15 pm in the sanctuary.
Camp team meet and greet with refreshments at 7:30 pm in the Great Hall.
May 30th - June 2nd
Tuesday - Friday: 8:30 am-3:00 pm
Check in begins at 8:00 am Tuesday - Friday.
Pick up at 3:00 pm.
Thursday: Field trip day off-campus. *No change to drop off and pick up times and location.
Friday: Great Race and water inflatables. *Please bring a bathing suit, towel, and dry clothes.
LUNCH:
Tuesday - May 30th: Chicken Tenders Crinkle Fries Fruit Cup Snacks: Cheez-Its, Rice Krispie Treats
Wednesday - May 31st: Turkey sandwich Lay's Chips Carrot sticks/ranch Snacks: Graham Crackers, White Cheddar Popcorn
Thursday - June 1st: Pizza Pringles Fruit Snacks Snacks: Granola Bars, Cheese Puffs
Friday - June 2nd: Chicken Nuggets Crinkle Fries Carrot Sticks/ Ranch Snacks: Pretzels, Fruit Snacks, Kona Ice Truck
Parents Night Out 2023
Parents, please enjoy a night on the town while we provide entertainment and dinner for your kids! MP Kids is hosting a special Parent's Night Out with pizza, crafts, activity centers, movies, and great care for your children.
EVENT INFORMATION:
Pizza, games, movies, & more!
Drop off and pick up for 12 months - Kindergarten is located on the 2nd floor of the Walker Center (Preschool Hallway), enter on level 2 of the parking deck.
Drop off and pick up for 1st - 5th grade is located on the 3rd floor of the Walker Center.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
Registration Cost - $15 per child
Pre-registration is required so that we may secure the necessary staff to adequately care for your child(ren) and make their night amazing!
No registrations will be accepted after Wednesday, February 8th in order for us to secure the necessary staff to adequately care for your child(ren) and make their night amazing!
1 Service New Year's Day
One service at 11 am only.
· Elementary, Preschool, and Nursery areas will be open.
New Year's Eve at Mount Paran
Make plans to join us for New Year’s Eve at Mount Paran! 11PM both on campus and online.
1 Service Christmas Day
There will be one family service at 11 am in the Main Sanctuary.
High school, Middle School, Elementary, and Preschool ministry areas will be closed.
Christmas Eve Service at 7 pm
7 PM Candle Lighting Services
(Childcare for 5 PM, Family Room Open, 7 PM)
Stockings for all kids!
Christmas Eve Service at 5 pm
5 & 7 PM Candle Lighting Services
(Childcare for 5 PM, Family Room Open, 7 PM)
Stockings for all kids!
Pajama Jam w/ Yancy
Put on your favorite pj's and come party with Yancy!
Sunday, December 4 @ 9 & 11AM.
Join us for a Yancy Christmas concert and help celebrate the Grand Opening of the new MP Kids Elementary Ministry!
About Yancy: Yancy is a singer/songwriter, recording artist, and worship leader from Nashville, TN. She has traveled the world sharing her music and leading worship for families.
Preschool Pajama Jam
Preschoolers, wear your PJs on Sunday, December 4th as we have a Christmas Cookie Decorating Party in the chapel! Join us at 9 or 11 am service.
Festival On The Mount 2022
Join us for a fun family night with special guests David and Teesha Laflin, who have inspired audiences worldwide by sharing the message of Jesus Christ through the art of illusion. We'll also have carnival games, inflatables, photo booths, costumes, and candy. Make sure to bring the whole family, and invite your friends and neighbors!
The café opens at 5:30 PM.
Games and activities from 5:30 - 7:00 PM.
The main event with David and Teesha Laflin begins in the sanctuary at 7:15 PM.
Family-friendly costumes are welcomed please no scary stuff.
Elementary Christmas Auditions for Sounds of Christmas (Copy)
Auditions for the children’s choir for the Sounds of Christmas for 1st – will take place on two Sundays. Sunday, October 2 and 9, starting at 12:15 p.m. until done. Rehearsals begin the following Sunday (October 16).
Audition dates are as follows:
- 10/2 (Auditions)
- 10/9 (Auditions)
Rehearsals (12:15 – 1:15 p.m.):
- 10/16
- 10/23
- 10/30
- 11/6
- 11/13
- 11/20
- 11/27 (No Rehearsal - Thanksgiving weekend)
- 12/4
- 12/10-11 (Performance weekend)
Wednesday Game Night
Join us Wednesday, October 5, 2022.
Elementary service in the Chapel.
Nursery and Preschool in the Preschool Hallway.
Check-in for everyone will be in the Preschool Hallway.
Elementary Christmas Auditions for Sounds of Christmas
Auditions for the children’s choir for the Sounds of Christmas for 1st – will take place on two Sundays. Sunday, October 2 and 9, starting at 12:15 p.m. until done. Rehearsals begin the following Sunday (October 16).
Audition dates are as follows:
- 10/2 (Auditions)
- 10/9 (Auditions)
Rehearsals (12:15 – 1:15 p.m.):
- 10/16
- 10/23
- 10/30
- 11/6
- 11/13
- 11/20
- 11/27 (No Rehearsal - Thanksgiving weekend)
- 12/4
- 12/10-11 (Performance weekend)
Wednesday Game Night
Join us Wed. Sept. 28th @7pm.
Elementary service in the Great Hall.
Nursery and Preschool in the Preschool Hallway.