Awana

Awana aims to connect children ages 3-12 to the life-changing message of salvation and gives the opportunity for strong Biblical teaching.

 

Awana is designed to be an engaging time of learning with games, songs, activities, verse memorization, and fun prizes!

Awana at Bethany Chapel exists as a central part of our Friday night family connection time. The intention is to facilitate faith formation and discipleship for all ages, and to have a place for Bethany families to connect with each other and strengthen relationships.

If you’re new to Awana and would like to know more about the clubs, click here for the Awana Canada site. 

Registration Requirements

1. Attend Bethany Chapel
Exceptions:
– All children who do not have a church home and are invited by a friend registered in Awana can attend without the requirement to attend Bethany Chapel.
– Consideration will be given to families from other churches interested in attending for one year, with the purpose of launching Awana at their home church the following year.

2. Volunteer
– A minimum of one volunteer per household must be registered. (Volunteers can be a parent, grandparent, or guardian, who commits to attend every week that the child/ren attends.)
– Volunteers require a valid police check. (We can help with that process if you don’t already have one, and can cover the cost, if needed.)

required every week. On the registration form, please indicate your top three preferences. We cannot guarantee that you will receive your preference, but we will consider them when assigning roles.

3. Payment upon registration
Payment in full is required at the time of registration. This is to ensure those registering are committed as there is more demand than space available. Payment is made by credit card at the time of registration and is non-refundable.

$

CUBBIES (Ages 3-5; child must be potty-trained)

Using a combination of stories, crafts, and other activities, children learn what God says in the Bible in a fun way. The characteristics of God, including Him being the Creator of all things, is learned from both the Old and New Testaments.

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SPARKS (Kindergarten - Grade 2)

Children in Sparks learn about God’s love and His plan for salvation. They learn how the entire Bible fits together in chronological order and about God’s amazing plan for them by studying the major people in the Old and New Testaments.

$

T&T (Truth & Training) (Grades 3-6)

T&T kids explore some of the fundamental principles of Christianity. They learn about the character and nature of God, the structure and sequence of the Bible, what Jesus has done for them, and key practices as one of His followers.

$

grades 7-9

Youth in Grades 7-9 also meet on Awana night at Bethany but hang out downstairs in the Youth Room.

Click here for more info. 

Awana Registration

REGISTRATION COSTS

The cost to register a child for Cubbies, Sparks & T&T is $89. There is also a $20 cost for their uniform and $25 for their handbook.

Fees are non-refundable once your child is registered.

If cost is a barrier to your family, please contact awana@bethanychapel.com before regsitering in order to access payment options.

DETAILS

  • Our clubs will run on Friday nights at Bethany from 6:30 to 8:00, followed by family fellowship time from 8:00 to 9:45. 

  • Training for volunteers will be held on Friday, Sept 6th.

  • The first Awana Club night will be held on Friday, Sept 13 and the program will wrap-up on May 9, 2025.

  • There will be no Awana on the following days –

    • October 11 

    • December 20 & 27 and Jan 3 

    • February 14 

    • March 28 

    • Apr 18 

  • Check-in will be in the foyer on the first day of Awana.

2024 special nights (Subject to change)

  • Sept 6 – Training Night

  • Sept 13 – First night for Awana Clubs
  • Sept 27 – Neon Night
  • Nov 1 – Sports Fan Night
  • Nov 8 – Store Night
  • Nov 15 – Missions Night
  • Dec 6 – Pyjama Night, Sneak-a-Peek, and Movie Night
  • Dec 13 -Catch-up Night (Family Games Night)

Awana Frequently Asked Questions

WE DON’T GO TO CHURCH. CAN MY CHILD STILL ATTEND?

Yes! If you don’t have a church home, please email awana@bethanychapel.com for more details about registration. 

WHY DO I NEED TO VOLUNTEER FOR MY CHILD TO ATTEND?

It takes a lot of volunteers to run Awana programs so we need families to participate in order to be able to offer the program.

AS A PARENT, WHAT IS REQUIRED OF ME BEYOND VOLUNTEERING?

A commitment to bring your child to Awana weekly and to help your child memorize their verses throughout the week.

HOW DO I KNOW WHAT SUPPLIES MY CHILD NEEDS FOR THEIR AWANA CLUB?

If your child is new to Awana, they will need a new uniform. Cubbies, Sparks, and T&T keep the same uniform throughout their time in that program. We will order the other supplies that your child will need.

WHAT SIZE UNIFORM SHOULD I ORDER?

The sizing of the vests tends to be a little small, so we recommend ordering a size slightly larger than what you normally would. Click here for Awana International’s sizing chart. Keep in mind that the uniform is worn throughout your child’s time in each club (i.e. Cubbies or T&T), so you will want to order a larger size so that they can continue to grow into it.

DOES MY CHILD NEED A NEW HANDBOOK?

If your child has already been in an Awana program and has a book in the same club (i.e. Cubbies, Sparks, or T&T), they can finish their current handbook before a new one is ordered. That is why we ask if it is your child’s first year of Awana or in a new Awana group when you register them.

WHY DOES AWANA USE AWARDS?

Please click here for Awana International’s thoughts behind the use of awards.

CAN I GET A REFUND IF I CHOOSE NOT TO HAVE MY CHILD ATTEND?

Unfortunately, we cannot refund your fees once you have registered. We hold a spot for your child/ren based upon your registration, which could limit another from being able to participate as space is limited. Additionally, the funds are committed to ordering Awana materials and uniforms once registered.

HAVE ANOTHER QUESTION THAT YOU DON’T SEE ANSWERED HERE?

Feel free to email: awana@bethanychapel.com