Awana at Belgrade Alliance

Wednesdays at BAC are all about fun & friendships at Awana! Kids preschool through 4th grade will surely have a blast! Awana provides opportunities for kids and their families to put their trust in Jesus Christ and learn to faithfully follow Him. Children have the opportunity to memorize, study, and learn important life lessons from the Bible, while having fun and participating in exciting games and activities. Kids can join us anytime throughout the year. Learn more about Awana

Registration

Registration is now online for the 25/26 school year!  Follow the steps below to get your child registered for Awana. If you need help or have questions, please reach out and we would be happy to help.  There is  limited space in some clubs, so be sure to register as soon as possible. Email nextgen@belgradealliance.com or call us at 406.388.6030

Fees may also be paid at the Block Party & First Day of Club

Yearly Registration = $45 | Handbook = $15 | Uniform Vest (Cubbies & Sparks) = $15  | Uniform Shirt (T n T) = $20  | Optional Cubbies/Sparks Book Bag = $10
Please don't let finances stop you from participating in Awana! We do offer partial scholarships and payment plans to make things a little bit easer. If your family could benefit from this please download, complete & return the financial assistance form. 

Cubbies

Cubbies celebrates the spiritual potential of preschoolers by helping them develop respect for God, His Son and His Word. Kids need to be potty trained and willing to participate without a parent. Space is limited in Cubbies, so register early! Cubbies are preschoolers age 3+ on 9/10/25 and potty trained.
Preschool
Wednesdays 4:00 – 5:30PM

Sparks

Sparks ignites the curiosity of early-elementary aged kids to learn about the people and events of the Bible, building a foundation of wisdom for knowing Christ. Sparkies are kids in grades K - 2 and age 5+ on 9/10/25.
K – 2nd Grade
Wednesdays 4:00 – 5:30 PM

Check-In  -  Afterschool Snack - Fast Track Verses - Play with Friends  
Anytime between 3:30 - 4:00 PM

Truth & Training

Truth & Training teaches kids the truth of God’s Word, & trains them to follow Him and practice His grace.  T&T helps students to grow and develop as lifelong followers of Jesus Christ.  TnT'ers are in grades 3 & 4 and age 8+ on 9/10/25.
3rd & 4th Grade
Wednesdays 4:00 – 5:30 PM

Check-In  -  Afterschool Snack - Fast Track Verses - Play with Friends  
Anytime between 3:30 - 4:00 PM
We gather weekly, September through April, excluding Belgrade school holidays. Throughout the year, clubbers participate in special events, including our Christmas Party, Verse-A-Thon, Awana Grand Prix Race and fun theme nights. Don’t miss the fun!  Families are asked to cover the cost of books, uniforms, and other supplies. However, please do not let cost be a barrier.  We have financial assistance available to enable everyone to attend.

Upcoming Events

You and your entire family are invited to stop by Belgrade Alliance anytime between 5 - 7:30 to meet your Awana leaders, connect with friends new & old and have a ton of fun! We will have hot dogs and other yummy things to eat.  Kids should come prepared to get wet! There will be a short orientation and an opportunity to register and pay fees. 
Club starts on Wednesday September 17! We can't wait to see all our clubbers are excited to dig into God's word!  **Note new club meeting times. 4 - 5:35 PM 
Register online following the links above for more details.
Mark Your Calendar! You and your entire family are invited to our annual Harvest Party at Belgrade Alliance Church. We have some new things planned for this year. More details coming soon. 

What Happens at Awana?

Check-In

Check-in begins 30 minutes before the start of club, downstairs at BAC.  While clubbers wait for club to begin they will be given an afterschool snack and have an opportunity to work on verses and connect with their friends. Clubbers must be checked in  by an authorized caregiver, who will be given a security tag for checkout.  Clubbers will earn "check-in" points for attendance and being prepared. Dismissal is at 5:35 pm.

The Gathering

Clubbers gather together for  prayer, worship songs and  open ceremony.  During gathering time, we share an engaging  Bible  story related to the Scripture we are studying. Often we have guest speakers and exciting object lessons.

Games & Activities

Game time is  high energy fun that  helps clubbers learn the value of teamwork an d  sportsmanship. We play a variety of games for all abilities and interests,. We often add other activities  to the mix, such as crafts and service projects. 

Team Time

Small group "team time" is devoted to relationship  building and digging into the Bible. Clubbers work through their handbooks and memorize Scripture and learn how to apply key truths to their daily lives.  Discussion & Q & A.

Mission Time

Each week we spend time learning about  past and present missionaries who have shared the Gospel of Christ locally and around the world. Clubbers will learn how they can be on mission at school and in their neighborhood.

Awards 

We conclude each club with awards and recognition for  completing handbook sections, Scripture memorization, good sportsmanship and competition in games. We share important announcements and  send clubbers off with prayer. 

Join Our Team!

Our volunteers love Jesus and love hanging out with all of our amazing kids. Not only do we serve on Wednesdays, we love to have fun together! Just a couple of hours a week can make an eternal impact on the life of a child. Visit with Millie Veltkamp to talk about possibilities! 

Connect with Us

Millie Veltkamp

Director of NextGen Ministr& Awana Ministry Leader
(406) 388-6030
nextgen@belgradealliance.com
We want to be sure you are fully informed about what’s happening at Awana throughout the year. When you register your child, you will be asked to share your email address.  We primarily communicate via email, printed newsletters and the  BAND App. If you have any questions, concerns, or prayer requests, we would love to talk to you. Feel free to reach out on Wednesdays, or contact us via phone, email or text.