Salem, South Carolina

    The acronym AWANA comes from the first letters of the phrase, "Approved Workmen Are Not Ashamed" (2 Timothy 2:15).

    Awana exists to reach children and youth with the Gospel of Christ and train them to serve Him.  Awana uses a blend of: (1) Council Time - a worship experience and presentation of the Bible appropriate to the needs of children and youth: (2) Handbook Time - devoted to scripture memory and understanding with as much one on one instruction and supervision as possible: (3) Game Time - a highly charged and fast moving time of recreation and competition, supervised diligently and capably by our trained staff.

    Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a workman who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly handles the word of truth. – 2 Timothy 2:15

    Awana is an international, non-denominational, Bible-based organization whose goal it is to reach boys and girls with the gospel of Christ and train them to serve Him.

    Awana consists of several different “clubs” within the entire organization ranging from Cubbies at the preschool level to Varsity. As of this year we will expand our part of the organization to include Cubbies, Sparks, and Truth & Training. This will cover grades K3 through 6^th.

    Awana at Calvary Baptist Church meets during the school year from mid-August to mid-May. We routinely meet on Friday nights, but we will have special events scheduled on some Saturdays and Sundays throughout the year.

Awana Club Meetings

Opening Ceremony

The purpose of the Opening Ceremony is to bring clubbers together at the beginning of the evening. It consists of prayer, American and Awana flag pledges, and general announcements.

Game Time

The purpose of Game Time is to provide structured fun that interests kids, but also teaches them the value of teamwork and acceptance.

Handbook Time

Handbook Time consists of scripture memorization, explanation, and learning. Leaders provide one-on-one time with the clubbers answering their questions and listening.

Council Time

Council time consists of praise and worship along with a Bible-themed message to the clubbers (usually led by the pastor).

Closing Ceremony

The Closing Ceremony consists of announcements, prayer, weekly awards, and dismissal. It takes place back on the Game Square.

Uniforms and Uniform Inspection

An important part of Awana is to establish unity and discipline within children (and leaders). Awana uses uniforms to assist in this effort. Uniforms are also a neat place to display awards.

In order to ensure uniforms continue to be an important part of our Awana program at Calvary, we will initiate Awana Uniform Inspection Nights. Incentives and awards will be a part of this effort to promote unity and discipline within the ranks of the Awana clubbers.

Uniforms are available to all clubbers after completing their entrance booklets. Order forms will be sent home to parents upon doing so. Please contact the pastor or Awana Commander if you should have any concerns about the uniforms.

Theme Nights and Special Events

Every year we will be holding theme nights to encourage participation among the leaders and clubbers of our Awana Club – also because theme nights are a lot of fun!

The 2004-2005 Awana Year will include the following theme nights: SDRAWKCAB Night, Retro Night, Black-Out Night, Good “SAM” Night, Team Night, Round-Up, Crazy Mixed-Up Night, Veggie Valentine, Crazy Hat Night, and Beach Party. 

In addition to theme nights, we will also have special Saturday celebrations such as our 2^nd annual FIESTA during the Christmas season, and a Family Field Day to wrap up the year.

Last but not least, we will have AWANA Sundays to encourage participation of our clubbers in regular church services, and have the opportunity to honor our clubbers’ parents and families.

Information will be sent home prior to all theme nights and special events to ensure all clubbers and their parents are aware of current happenings.

The Awana Store and Earning Shares

Each Awana clubber has the opportunity to earn what we call “shares”. Shares are simply Awana money to be spent in the Awana Store.

The Awana Store houses many items that kids love from small novelty toys to large items the clubbers can save for. Store nights alternate weekly so that all clubbers have the opportunity to earn shares and take advantage of this unique opportunity.

We do accept donations of new toys and items that might persuade kids to earn and learn.

November is Good “SAM”-aritan Month

During the month of November, our clubbers will be collecting canned, boxed, and non-food items to aid in a community food closet at Calvary. This will be done by teams (BLUE, RED, GREEN, and YELLOW).

In an effort to encourage good will, we will have a special theme night called Good “SAM” Night where the team that brings the most items will be awarded a prize. Consolation prizes will be given to all other teams.

A list of needed items will be provided to the clubbers on Black-out Night, October 31. We will begin collecting items on November 7 and continue through November 21 (Good SAM Night).

Boxes will be set up for each team in a designated area and stats will be posted weekly.

Dues

Dues are requested, but not required by Awana Clubbers. The 50 cents per week, or $16 yearly (per child), aids us in off-setting costs associated with the program. These costs include prizes and AWANA materials.

Drop-off and Pick-up

Please drop off your children no earlier than 5:45 PM at the multi-purpose building.

Please return to the multi-purpose building for pick-up at 8:00 PM. Please stay in your car, and we will call your children to meet you. This is to avoid any confusion and safety risks.

For more information about Awana at Calvary, please email Joe Green at Joe@Calvary-Salem.com. More information regarding Awana International is available online at http://www.awana.org . There are several resources for Awana leaders and parents.

Please note the calendar on the following table lists meeting dates for AWANA.

INCLEMENT WEATHER NOTICE

In the event of inclement weather, the AWANA Clubs at Calvary Baptist Church will operate on the school closing schedule. If you have any questions call or email Joe Green, Joe@Calvary-Salem.com..

Click on below links to see pictures of activities.

Game Time 2005 Pictures

Council Time 2005 Pictures

Game Time 2003 Pictures

Handbook Time 2003 Pictures

Council Time 2003 Pictures

The Awana Store 2003 Pictures

Friendships 2003 Pictures

Theme Meetings

Mexican Fiesta 2003 Pictures

50's Sock Hop 2003 Pictures

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This page last updated on 06/10/2008.