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Ministry for Elementary (K-5th Grade)

Love God More   
Love GOD’S FAMILY More
Love OUR NEIGHBORS MORE

CALVARY KIDS ON CAMPUS
SUNDAY 9AM & 11AM

Our weekend services are designed with children in mind! During the service, children will experience energetic and interactive worship, engage in games and activities with new friends, and have focused time with loving leaders who make sure every child knows they are important and loved by God. Your child will have a blast and learn about Jesus in a way that connects with them on their level.

Planning to visit Calvary Westlake for the first time? Click HERE to make our Calvary Kids check-in process quicker on Sunday morning.

Speed up your check-in on Sunday morning and never misplace the security pickup code again by using mobile check-in. Download the Calvary Westlake app from either the Apple App Store for iPhone/iPad or the Google Play Store for Android phones and then check in from home up to 2 hours ahead of time. Scan the barcode on your phone in the lobby and the labels will print. 

SAFETY AND SECURITY

Calvary employs a unique, computer-generated security sticker check-in system. Children will only be released to the person with the matching pick-up sticker. Additionally, all Calvary staff and volunteers undergo background checks and fingerprint screenings. If you notice any safety or security concerns during your time at Calvary, please notify a member of our staff or safety team promptly so we can work together to keep our kids safe.

In the event of an emergency, all of our staff, leaders, and volunteers are trained in our emergency procedures. These procedures include working with the Calvary security team and being aware of the evacuation plans for our facility.

VOLUNTEER WITH CALVARY KIDS
ON SUNDAY MORNINGS

Volunteers are a key piece of Calvary Kids each Sunday and help children to live and love like Jesus! We have many ways you can help make kids feel loved and accepted at Calvary based on your gifts. We’d love to talk with you personally to help you find the right fit. We also invite parents to serve with their children because we believe it is important to model serving and invest in the faith of their children. If you’re interested in volunteering with Calvary Kids, click below!

BAPTISMS FOR CHILDREN
NEXT BAPTISM CLASS IS SEPTEMBER 17
NEXT BAPTISM IS SEPTEMBER 27 (BEACH BAPTISMS) 

Has your child expressed an interest in baptism? If so, we invite you and your child to join us for an upcoming Calvary Kids Baptism Class! This class is intended for children in 3rd–5th grade.

During the class, your child will learn about God’s plan of salvation through Jesus, what baptism is, and why Jesus commands His followers to be baptized. They will also have the opportunity to ask any questions they may have about baptism.

Once your child, along with parents and leaders, confirms a clear understanding of its meaning and readiness, they will be invited to be baptized at the next baptism service.

If you have a question about baptism, contact Pastor Elaina White at elaina.white@calvarywestlake.org.

INTERESTED IN VOLUNTEERING WITH CALVARY KIDS GROUPS?
We’re looking for adults and high school students who are ready to encourage, have fun, and invest in the next generation! If you’re able to serve consistently on Wednesday nights during Calvary Kids Groups (CKG), we’d love to have you on the team.
Let’s make a difference—together! 

CALVARY KIDS GROUPS (CKG)
SEPTEMBER 16 – NOVEMBER 18
JANUARY 13 – MARCH 24

A brand-new year of Calvary Kids Groups (CKG) for 4-year-olds through 5th grade is about to begin, and we can’t wait to welcome your family! This year is packed with exciting opportunities for kids to build friendships, have fun, and grow deeper in their relationship with Jesus!

What’s New This Year?
Two Semester Options
To better fit your family’s schedule, we’re offering two separate semesters. If your child has sports, activities, or other commitments during part of the year, they can still join us for the semester that works best for your family.

  • Cost: $30 per semester
    • Semester 1: September 16 – November 18
    • Semester 2: January 13 – March 24 (Registration for Semester 2 opens November 8)


Wacky Wednesdays

The first Wednesday of each month is Wacky Wednesday! Kids can join the fun with that night’s special theme—from favorite colors to crazy hair, PJs, and more!

New Weekly Schedule
We’ve refreshed our weekly schedule to create even more opportunities for kids to connect with Jesus, build meaningful friendships, and experience engaging, interactive Bible teaching.

If you have a question regarding CKG, contact Pastor Elaina White at elaina.white@calvarywestlake.org.

CAMP 54
OCTOBER 17 – 18

Camp 54 is a special overnight camp experience created just for our current 4th and 5th graders! It’s a weekend filled with fun, friendship, worship, and opportunities to grow closer to God—all in the beautiful setting of Forest Home in Ojai.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL (VBS)

Kids ages 4 through 5th grade are invited to join us each June for an unforgettable week of fun, friendship, awesome music, and exciting games! Each year, kids dive into a new, Gospel-filled theme where they’ll discover more about Jesus, grow in their faith, and learn what it means to live and love like Him.

We can’t wait to see you at VBS 2027!

ADVENTURE WEEKS

Adventure Weeks is our Christ-centered summer day camp that’s all about having fun, making memories, and growing in faith! Starting each June, we welcome incoming Kindergarten through 6th graders, including those with special abilities, to join in the excitement. Our goal is to partner with families, providing spiritual support and helping kids build a lasting relationship with Jesus Christ while having an unforgettable summer adventure.

We can’t wait to see you at Adventure Weeks 2027!

Staff Contact

Elaina White
CHILDREN’S Ministry Pastor
ELAINA.WHITE@CALVARYWESTLAKE.ORG
(818) 991-8040

CHRISTA JENSEN
ELEMENTARY ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR – Kindergarten to 3rd GRADE
CHRISTA.JENSEN@CALVARYWESTLAKE.ORG
(818) 991-8040

SUSAN ROBINSON
ELEMENTARY Associate DIRECTOR – 4th & 5th GRADE (ELEVATE 54)
SUSAN.ROBINSON@CALVARYWESTLAKE.ORG
(818) 991-8040

 

Day 1: Pray That They Will Know Jesus

Scripture to Read

“Now this is eternal life: that they know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom you have sent.” John 17:3

Things to Remember

  1. Your greatest hope for your child is not simply that they are successful, safe, happy, or well behaved. It is that they know Jesus.
  2. You can teach them about God, bring them to church, and model faith for them, but only God can transform their heart.


Prayers to Pray

  1. Jesus, help them know You. Open their eyes to see who You are and draw them into a genuine relationship with You.
  2. Jesus, help them love You. May their faith become more than knowledge, tradition, or something inherited from our family.
  3. Jesus, help them follow You. Give them a lifelong desire to trust You, obey You, and walk with You.