Welcome to Awana at McCook E-Free! Our Awana program is designed to help children develop a deep love for God, grow in their faith, and build lasting friendships.

AWANA stands for "Approved Workmen Are Not Ashamed," a reference to 2 Timothy 2:15:

"Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a worker who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly handles the word of truth." (NIV)

Awana is a fun and dynamic Bible-based program that focuses on teaching children about God’s Word through engaging activities, scripture memorization, and exciting games. It’s a place where kids can learn about Jesus in a loving, safe, and nurturing environment.

Awana is open to children PreK through 5th Grade. Our program is divided into different age groups to ensure that each child receives age-appropriate teaching and activities:

Cubbies (Ages 3-5):

• Preschoolers learn foundational truths about God and His love for them through stories, songs, and play.

Sparks (Grades K-2):

• Younger elementary children explore the Bible with a focus on key characters and events, while also beginning to memorize scripture.

T&T (Truth & Training) (Grades 3-5):

• Older children dive deeper into God’s Word, developing a stronger understanding of the Bible and how to apply it to their lives.

Awana meets every Wednesday from 6:30pm-8:00pm with dinner served from 6:00pm-6:30pm. The program runs from September through April.

Each evening consists of:

• Handbook Time (30m): Kids work with their leaders to recite verses they’ve memorized. Leaders also help children understand key Bible verses that teach them how to know and follow God. Awards are given to children who complete sections in their handbooks.
• Council Time (30m): The kids from each club gather to hear a Bible story and learn about character traits that honor God.
• Game Time (30m): Children learn teamwork and sportsmanship in team competitions in the AWANA Games Circle.

You can register your kids for AWANA today! Please fill out the Annual Registration Form below and bring it to one of our AWANA Wednesday nights at the church to check in your kids. You can also bring your kids with you, and we’ll help you register them on-site.

We value your privacy and will not share this information with anyone.

Check-In

• Doors open at 6:00 PM. We offer a meal to clubbers and their families each night.
• All clubbers must check in at the main entrance.
• AWANA begins at 6:30 PM in the worship center. Cubbies will begin and end in room 108.
• Parents are always welcome to stay and observe throughout the evening.

Note: There are at least two adults in each club, although we strive for three to enable more one-on-one help with the clubbers. Every adult working with kids has undergone a background check and child safety training.

Pick-Up

• AWANA ends at 8:00 PM. Please pick up your children promptly inside the building! Parents/guardians of Cubbies are required to pick up their child in room 108.

Our policy is that if McCook Public Schools cancel school, then AWANA will be canceled that night. You can check our church's Facebook page or listen to our local radio stations for all updates.

AWANA Commanders:

John & Nicole Gomez

john.merle.gomez@gmail.com

Kids Ministry Director:

Stephanie Stevens

sstevens@mccookefree.org

Church Office:

308-345-1661