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General Information
Awana Clubs, International, began in 1950 as a one-church program and has grown since then into a
ministry that includes about 7,000 churches in the United States and another
1,500 in more than 80 countries worldwide. Because Awana uses the gospel message
of salvation by grace through faith alone, emphasizes the atoning blood
of Christ at Calvary, and provides a fun and exciting way for children to learn
Scripture, it has proved to be an effective tool for Grace Baptist Church and
other local churches.
The purpose of Awana is to reach as many boys and girls in the local
community with the gospel of Christ, give them the opportunity to accept Christ
as their personal Savior, and train them to serve Him through leadership,
service, and witnessing. This goal is accomplished through the local church
providing Bible-based, Christ-centered weekly club programs and training
leadership. Of utmost importance to us as we pursue this aim are glorifying
God, commitment to His Word,
and edifying His people.
Grace Baptist Church offers the Awana program to several groups. Preschoolers
during the two years prior to regular kindergarten, usually three- and
four-year-olds, join the Cubbies club. Kindergartners, first-graders, and
second-graders belong to the Sparks. Older elementary children (third-, fourth-,
fifth-, and sixth-grade boys and girls) are members of Truth & Training.
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