
We want kids to know Jesus, love His Word, and experience church as a safe and joyful place. We offer age-appropriate classes and care for children during our Sunday gatherings.
Our Heart for Kid’s Ministry at First Baptist
First Baptist Kids exists to come alongside parents as they raise their children to know and follow Jesus. Our heart is to provide a safe, welcoming, and joyful environment where kids are known and cared for, learn the story of Scripture, and grow in their understanding of the gospel. We want Sunday mornings to help lay a biblical foundation that supports the discipleship already happening at home.
What are the Kid’s Learning?
- Ages 2–3: 13 foundational biblical truths through lessons and memory verses, taught by Terry & Latrell Van Maanen
- Ages 4–Kindergarten: The Gospel Project for Preschool, exploring the Old Testament and how it points to Jesus, taught by Devona Moore.
- Grades 1–5: Studying the book of Numbers, taught by Jack Klumpenhower, with Ethan Click & Shyla Rogers.
- 10:00 a.m. Kids Ministry: All ages continue Year 2 of our three-year Genesis-to-Revelation curriculum, currently exploring the Gospels and the teaching and identity of Jesus.

Important Details
Family Worship: Families are always welcome to worship together. Children’s worship resources are available in the foyer near the check-in printers.
Elementary: Children check in before the 10:00 a.m. service and join their parents for the first worship set. When children are released, teachers meet them in the foyer and safely walk them upstairs to Room 3. Children are picked up by their parents, with claim tags in room 3 at the end of the worship service.
Safety: All Kids Ministry volunteers are trained, background checked, vetted, and known by church leadership. We maintain a two-person policy in classrooms, with additional staff and a church security team providing support and accountability.
Get Connected
Devona leads our Kid’s Ministry at First Baptist Durango! Get in touch with her through her email or by calling the church office! Email: devona@firstbaptistdurango.org

