Discover God’s love.
“Jesus said, ‘Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them,
for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.’”
—Matthew 19:14
Sundays
BIBLE–CENTERED KIDS PROGRAM | YEAR-ROUND
Our Sunday morning kids program encourages your child to discover and live their faith in Jesus as we explore the great stories of the Bible together. All activities are led by trained leaders in a purposeful, safe, and age-appropriate way. Visit us in the Kids Lobby before your service starts and we will help you check in and find your kid’s classroom.
Sunday Mornings
Age 3–Grade 5
Check-in required
Main Campus – Kids Wing
Rockford, IL 61107
Various Kids Rooms
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VOLUNTEER
Wednesday Nights
STARTING SEPTEMBER 8, 2021
Kids play team games, memorize Bible verses, and explore different Biblical stories and people with their group leaders and friends. Your family does not need to attend First Free Rockford to participate.
6:30–8 p.m. Wednesdays
Feb. 17–April 28, 2021
No program during Spring Break
Main Campus | Kids Wing
Rockford, IL 61107
Various Kids rooms
My kids love to come on Wednesday nights and see their awesome leaders and friends. They love the lessons and small group time!
LAURA
Parent Child Dedications
SUNDAY DEDICATION SERVICES | YEAR-ROUND
Parent-child dedication is a way for parents to declare their own commitment to raise their child in a home where God is the center. We host dedications during our Sunday morning services several times a year.
2021 Dates
Sunday, June 27
Sunday, October 24
Main Campus – Sanctuary
Rockford, IL 61107
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BLUME FAMILY
Summerama Day Camp
FAITH, FRIENDSHIP and CREATIVITY | SUMMER
Summerama serves Rockford area families by providing a fun and caring day camp experience for kids. Campers choose from a variety of activity focuses each week and participate in daily crafts, games, Bible lessons and singing. Visit website for 2021 dates.
Mom’s Day Out
BIBLE-CENTERED PRESCHOOL | SCHOOL YEAR
2021–22 registration now open.
Mom’s Day Out is a school-year ministry of First Free Rockford held on Mondays and Fridays for kids ages 12 months through preschool. Led by a talented staff of teachers and caretakers, MDO provides a secure and loving environment for children to learn and grow. For over 30 years, busy parents have used MDO to get a weekly break to meet friends, run errands, or simply relax.
FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT
Bring the whole family to Summerwood Amphitheater for Family Movie Night at 7 p.m. Friday, June 4. First Free Kids will be hosting the event and airing the Paramount Pictures movie Wonder Park.
AMAZING CHEMISTRY SHOW
Experience an explosive morning of family fun at The Amazing Chemistry Show 1–2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 7. Kids and adults alike will enjoy this entertaining production filled with fireballs, colored foam, liquid nitrogen and more.
FALL KICKOFF 2021
Save the date for our fall kickoff of Wednesday night kids programming Sept. 8. Kids play team games, memorize Bible verses, and explore different Biblical stories and people with their group leaders and friends.
First Free Kids is a family of families who worship, grow and serve together. Our team partners with you in leading your kids to follow Jesus by offering several weekly programs that focus on their spiritual growth. Trained staff are committed to being a positive reflection of God’s love while providing a clean and safe environment for all kids—not to mention having a lot of fun too!
KIDS MINISTRIES
Kari Heckler
Kids Ministries Director
KIDS MINISTRIES
Teresa Hubbard
Early Childhood Coordinator
KIDS MINISTRIES
Janel Palmer
Administrative Assistant
