We are WILD about families and WILD about Jesus...
Because Jesus is WILD about you!
The Wild at Real Life is a Bible-based, age-appropriate, community for children from birth through 5th grade. Childhood is the most crucial time of development in a person's faith and we are committed to loving and teaching your children about God.
Whatever your child's age or personality, you can know they are being loved and taught right on their level. In today's difficult culture, we stand with you in making your family all it can be. We like to say it this way: Around here we are WILD about families and WILD about Jesus.
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FAMILY EVENTS
Nursery
(0-12 months)
- Safe, clean, & loving cuddler/crawler environment
- Meeting your baby's needs so you can attend worship
- Babies will experience God's love through caring & trained leaders
Toddlers
(1 & 2 year olds)
- Welcoming & safe toddler environment
- Introduction to basic Bible truths, music, & crafts
- Play-based learning & worship time
Pre-K
(4 & 5 year olds)
- Creative worship experience
- Fun & age-appropriate activities
- Interactive & foundational Bible lessons
Kindergarten &
1st Grade
- Kids' worship experience & spiritually engaging environment (combined with 2/3rd grade)
- In-depth Bible lessons & games
- Small groups to discuss & grow
2nd & 3rd Grade
- Kids' worship experience & spiritually engaging environment (combined with K/1st grade)
- In-depth Bible lessons & games
- Small groups to discuss & grow
Preteen
(4th & 5th Grade)
- Worship in the adult sanctuary
- Bible lesson & activities in separate preteen space
- Small groups to discuss & grow
Weekly Online Content
Want your kids to grow at home? Check back here each weekend for new video bible lessons and printable coloring pages!
Pre-K Bible Lesson
December 15th-21st
Week 3
BIG IDEA: Jesus is God's greatest gift.
We are wrapping up our series this month with the best Bible story EVER! We get to talk about the birth of Jesus! Before Jesus was born, Mary and Joseph had to travel all the way from Nazareth to Bethlehem, where Joseph was from. The king wanted everyone to go to their hometowns so he could count everyone who lived in the kingdom. When Mary and Joseph finally arrived, there was no place for them to stay. Now, the only place that was available for them to stay was where all the animals were kept. This place probably was not the cleanest or prettiest place, but Mary was ready to deliver her baby. Mary gave birth to the baby the angel had promised. Jesus, the Son of God! Mary wrapped him in cloths and laid him in the manger.
Nearby there were shepherds in the fields guarding their flocks of sheep. Suddenly, an angel appeared in a bright light in the dark sky. The angel told them about the birth of baby Jesus and that they should go to Bethlehem to see for themselves. So, the shepherds traveled to Bethlehem and found the baby lying in the manger. After seeing him, the shepherds went and told everyone about the baby and what the angels had said. Everyone who heard the news was so excited! This was incredible! God had sent Jesus, the promised Savior, just at the right time. Right when the world needed some joy! This is why we celebrate Christmas. We all love the gifts, the food, and the music, but these are all just
extras. We celebrate Christmas because God sent us Jesus, a gift we can have forever!
Luke 2:1-20
Micah 5:2-4
Week 3
BIG IDEA: Jesus is God's greatest gift.
We are wrapping up our series this month with the best Bible story EVER! We get to talk about the birth of Jesus! Before Jesus was born, Mary and Joseph had to travel all the way from Nazareth to Bethlehem, where Joseph was from. The king wanted everyone to go to their hometowns so he could count everyone who lived in the kingdom. When Mary and Joseph finally arrived, there was no place for them to stay. Now, the only place that was available for them to stay was where all the animals were kept. This place probably was not the cleanest or prettiest place, but Mary was ready to deliver her baby. Mary gave birth to the baby the angel had promised. Jesus, the Son of God! Mary wrapped him in cloths and laid him in the manger.
Nearby there were shepherds in the fields guarding their flocks of sheep. Suddenly, an angel appeared in a bright light in the dark sky. The angel told them about the birth of baby Jesus and that they should go to Bethlehem to see for themselves. So, the shepherds traveled to Bethlehem and found the baby lying in the manger. After seeing him, the shepherds went and told everyone about the baby and what the angels had said. Everyone who heard the news was so excited! This was incredible! God had sent Jesus, the promised Savior, just at the right time. Right when the world needed some joy! This is why we celebrate Christmas. We all love the gifts, the food, and the music, but these are all just
extras. We celebrate Christmas because God sent us Jesus, a gift we can have forever!
Luke 2:1-20
Micah 5:2-4
Elementary Bible Lesson
December 15th-21st
Week 3
BIG IDEA: Jesus is God's greatest gift.
We are wrapping up our series this month with the best Bible story EVER! We get to talk about the birth of Jesus! Before Jesus was born, Mary and Joseph had to travel all the way from Nazareth to Bethlehem, where Joseph was from. The king wanted everyone to go to their hometowns so he could count everyone who lived in the kingdom. When Mary and Joseph finally arrived, there was no place for them to stay. Now, the only place that was available for them to stay was where all the animals were kept. This place probably was not the cleanest or prettiest place, but Mary was ready to deliver her baby. Mary gave birth to the baby the angel had promised. Jesus, the Son of God! Mary wrapped him in cloths and laid him in the manger.
Nearby there were shepherds in the fields guarding their flocks of sheep. Suddenly, an angel appeared in a bright light in the dark sky. The angel told them about the birth of baby Jesus and that they should go to Bethlehem to see for themselves. So, the shepherds traveled to Bethlehem and found the baby lying in the manger. After seeing him, the shepherds went and told everyone about the baby and what the angels had said. Everyone who heard the news was so excited! This was incredible! God had sent Jesus, the promised Savior, just at the right time. Right when the world needed some joy! This is why we celebrate Christmas. We all love the gifts, the food, and the music, but these are all just
extras. We celebrate Christmas because God sent us Jesus, a gift we can have forever!
Luke 2:1-20
Micah 5:2-4
Week 3
BIG IDEA: Jesus is God's greatest gift.
We are wrapping up our series this month with the best Bible story EVER! We get to talk about the birth of Jesus! Before Jesus was born, Mary and Joseph had to travel all the way from Nazareth to Bethlehem, where Joseph was from. The king wanted everyone to go to their hometowns so he could count everyone who lived in the kingdom. When Mary and Joseph finally arrived, there was no place for them to stay. Now, the only place that was available for them to stay was where all the animals were kept. This place probably was not the cleanest or prettiest place, but Mary was ready to deliver her baby. Mary gave birth to the baby the angel had promised. Jesus, the Son of God! Mary wrapped him in cloths and laid him in the manger.
Nearby there were shepherds in the fields guarding their flocks of sheep. Suddenly, an angel appeared in a bright light in the dark sky. The angel told them about the birth of baby Jesus and that they should go to Bethlehem to see for themselves. So, the shepherds traveled to Bethlehem and found the baby lying in the manger. After seeing him, the shepherds went and told everyone about the baby and what the angels had said. Everyone who heard the news was so excited! This was incredible! God had sent Jesus, the promised Savior, just at the right time. Right when the world needed some joy! This is why we celebrate Christmas. We all love the gifts, the food, and the music, but these are all just
extras. We celebrate Christmas because God sent us Jesus, a gift we can have forever!
Luke 2:1-20
Micah 5:2-4
Verse of the Month
Encourage your Pre-K and Elementary aged kids to memorize their monthly Bible Verse: Luke 1:46-47 (NIV).
They can watch the video above to learn it in sign language.
They can watch the video above to learn it in sign language.
Preschool (3 year olds) will be given the same lesson and memory verse all month long. They will learn about the lesson through age-appropriate stories and a variety of hands-on activities. For the month of December, our theme will be My Friend Jesus is God's Son. Memory Verse: Give him the name Jesus.
Luke 1:31
Parent Resources
Month at a Glance
JOY STORY: A 5-Week Series from the Gospels on Christmas
SERIES OVERVIEW: At Christmas, gifts are all around us, but we know the holiday isn't about the toys—it's about the joy of Jesus' birth. We might experience joy from opening up gifts, but God gives us even greater joy through Jesus. In this 5-week series, kids will learn all about the joy Jesus brought into the world. They'll learn Jesus is the Savior God promised, how God sent Jesus at the perfect time, that Jesus brings joy to the world, and what it means to say Jesus is God's greatest gift.
SERIES OVERVIEW: At Christmas, gifts are all around us, but we know the holiday isn't about the toys—it's about the joy of Jesus' birth. We might experience joy from opening up gifts, but God gives us even greater joy through Jesus. In this 5-week series, kids will learn all about the joy Jesus brought into the world. They'll learn Jesus is the Savior God promised, how God sent Jesus at the perfect time, that Jesus brings joy to the world, and what it means to say Jesus is God's greatest gift.
Tip of the Month
December
Raising kids and teenagers means they'll need your help with so many different things—like spotting the difference between identity and gifts. All kids have gifts. But do they always know their gifts are not their identity. Probably not! You can help your kids and teenagers see while a gift can be used to help others through
actions, our identity is all about what makes us who we are. Sometimes, kids and teenagers feel pressure when it comes to using gifts
and understanding their identity. When they're honest about who they are, they'll find the gifts they have align with their identity.
Be sure to check out this video for further tips!
Raising kids and teenagers means they'll need your help with so many different things—like spotting the difference between identity and gifts. All kids have gifts. But do they always know their gifts are not their identity. Probably not! You can help your kids and teenagers see while a gift can be used to help others through
actions, our identity is all about what makes us who we are. Sometimes, kids and teenagers feel pressure when it comes to using gifts
and understanding their identity. When they're honest about who they are, they'll find the gifts they have align with their identity.
Be sure to check out this video for further tips!