Midweek for kids
Midweek for kids gives children dedicated Wednesday night programming with opportunities to learn from the Bible, build relationships, and have fun together.
Ministries · First McKinney Church, Texas
First McKinney Kids | Children’s Ministry for Birth–5th Grade
A place where kids are cared for, known by name, and taught the truth of God’s Word.
Kids at a Glance
First McKinney Kids is the children’s ministry of First McKinney, offering Kids Ministry for birth through fifth grade on Sundays and Wednesdays. Kids experience age-specific Bible teaching, worship, small groups, and opportunities to build relationships, with secure check-in for families and additional support available through Incredible Kids for kids with special needs.
01 · Sundays
A Sunday Built for Your Child
From check-in to pick-up, First McKinney Kids is designed to help children feel welcomed, cared for, and ready to participate. Families use a secure check-in system that provides matching security tags for each child and parent. Kids then join an age-appropriate environment where they experience Bible teaching, worship, and small-group activities designed to help them understand God’s Word and build relationships with others.
Kids church is available during both Sunday services at 9:15 and 10:45 AM. During the week, Wednesday night kids programs at Midweek give kids another opportunity to learn, connect, and spend time together.
02 · Safety
Safety Parents Can Trust
Your child’s care and security matter to us. Every family begins with secure children’s check-in, where parents and kids receive matching security tags, and the corresponding tag is required at pickup. Kids are cared for by screened, background-checked leaders who follow established safety procedures throughout the Kids Building.
We want parents to feel comfortable asking questions about how we care for their kids. Our goal is to provide a safe children’s ministry where families can check in with confidence and kids can focus on learning, worshiping, and building relationships.
03 · What kids learn
What Kids Learn Here
At First McKinney Kids, we want kids to know God’s Word and learn what it means to live and love like Jesus. Age-specific Bible lessons for kids use Scripture, worship, activities, and small-group conversations to help children understand biblical truth in ways that are meaningful for their age and stage.
We also believe parents are the primary disciple makers of their children, so our role doesn’t end when Sunday is over. The Kids Bible Reading Plan gives families a simple way to read and talk about Scripture together at home. When a child is ready to learn more about following Jesus, New U brings kids in fifth grade and younger together with their parents to learn about salvation and baptism.
This approach to Children’s Bible teaching allows the church and home to work together as kids grow in their understanding of Jesus and His Word.
04 · Beyond Sunday
Beyond Sunday: Midweek, Camps & More
There are more ways for kids to connect throughout the week and year at First McKinney Kids.
Vessels
Vessels meets Tuesdays from 6:15–7:45 PM for girls in third through sixth grades. Through Bible study, Scripture memory, music, crafts, and time together, girls learn from the lives of women in the Bible and grow in their understanding of God’s Word.
Special experiences
Throughout the year, kids can also participate in special experiences such as ActV18 Camp, Music Camp and Backyard Bible Clubs.
Milestones
Milestones including Ready, Set, Kindergarten! and the Kids Farewell Fiesta help families celebrate important transitions as kids move into new stages of ministry.
05 · Every child belongs
Every Child Belongs Here
We want every child to have the opportunity to know Jesus, build relationships, and participate in First McKinney Kids. Through Incredible Kids, our special needs ministry partners with families to understand each child’s individual needs and provide support that helps them participate on Sundays.
Families can also participate in Incredible Fridays, a free monthly respite night designed to give kids with special needs and their siblings a fun evening with trained buddies while caregivers have time for respite.
06 · The team
Meet the First McKinney Kids Team
Kids Minister Molly Williams leads First McKinney Kids alongside a staff team that supports preschool and elementary ministry, curriculum and resources, and Incredible Kids. They work alongside volunteers who invest their time each week to teach God’s Word, build relationships, and care for kids and families.
Our team also wants to partner with parents, answer questions, and help families feel connected as their kids grow. If you would like to be part of what God is doing through First McKinney Kids, explore opportunities to Serve in Kids Ministry.
Frequently Asked Questions
Parents ask us these first
First McKinney Kids offers age-specific kids ministry during both Sunday services at 9:15 and 10:45 AM for kids from birth through fifth grade. Kids experience Bible teaching, worship, and small groups in age-appropriate environments, and families use secure check-in for drop-off and pickup.
Yes. Our secure children’s check-in system provides matching security tags for parents and kids, and the corresponding tag is required at pickup. Kids are cared for by screened, background-checked leaders who follow established safety procedures throughout the Kids Building.
First McKinney Kids serves kids from birth through fifth grade, with age-specific environments designed for each stage. Families looking for weekday opportunities can also explore First Baptist Learning Center (FBLC), our weekday preschool serving children from 18 months through Kindergarten.
Yes. Midweek for kids offers dedicated Wednesday programs for kids during the Midweek season, with Bible teaching, activities, and opportunities to build relationships. Girls in 3rd–6th grade can also join Vessels on Tuesdays for Bible study, Scripture memory, music, crafts, and time together.
New U is a one-session class for kids in fifth grade and younger who are asking questions about salvation and baptism. Kids attend with a parent to learn together about what it means to follow Jesus, baptism, and next steps.
We believe parents are the primary disciple makers of their children, and First McKinney Kids is here to encourage and equip families along the way. Our Kids Bible Reading Plan provides age-appropriate daily readings to help families read the Bible and talk about God's Word together at home.
Yes. Incredible Kids is our special needs ministry, partnering with families to provide individualized support that helps kids participate on Sundays. Families can also enjoy Incredible Fridays, a free monthly respite night for kids with special needs and their siblings.
Each summer, First McKinney Kids offers special opportunities for kids, including Backyard Bible Clubs in neighborhoods throughout our community and an on-campus summer day camp for kids who preschool and gradeschool. Visit our Kids events for current dates and registration.
Rising sixth graders are celebrated at the Kids Farewell Fiesta as they prepare to transition from First McKinney Kids to First McKinney Students. Before Kickoff Sunday, Kickstart Weekend welcomes them into Student Ministry with a fun weekend designed to help students get to know their leaders, build relationships with one another, and feel more comfortable as they begin this next stage.
There are many ways to serve with First McKinney Kids, from welcoming families to helping kids learn and build relationships. Start with Serve in Kids Ministry, and our team will help you find a place to serve and walk you through the screening and training process.
Bring them Sunday
We’re Ready to Welcome Your Family
Visiting a new church with kids can come with a lot of questions, and we want to make your first Sunday as simple as possible. Plan Your First Visit ahead of time, or stop by Kids Check-In when you arrive. Our team will help you check in, find the right place for your child in the Kids Building, and answer any questions along the way.
Join us this Sunday at 9:15 or 10:45 AM. We look forward to welcoming your family and helping your kids feel comfortable, cared for, and ready to be part of First McKinney Kids.
