Kids
The Kid's Ministry at Oakhill is an exciting place. We offer many activities and programs for children that will help them grow in their faith. Below you can see a list of regular programs that we offer. In addition to these weekly programs there are many different events that are offered throughout the year for your child to take part in. As you can see, children's ministry is important at Oakhill Baptist Church. We look forward to ministering to you and your child.
For more information about the children's ministry call (812) 476-3450 or email Bryan Gotcher, the Children's Pastor at
KIDS Worship & Life groups - SUNDAY 9:30 A.M. & 11:00 A.M.
Kids Worship & Life Groups are where children PreK to 5th grade learn dynamic Bible lessons from caring teachers and also experience intentional age appropriate worship specifically designed for kids. Register your child at the Kids Check-in Desk located at the top of the main stairwell at entrance B. Childcare is is also available for children 6 weeks to 3 years.
AWANA - WED. 6:00 P.M.
AWANA stands for Approved Workman Are Not Ashamed (2 Timothy 2:15). AWANA is a Bible club for children 3 years (two years from Kindergarten) to 6th grade. It is a fun and exciting program that is centered on the Gospel, Bible learning, and scripture memory. AWANA helps churches and parents work together to develop spiritually strong children and youth who faithfully follow Jesus Christ. Our program offers a proven approach for evangelizing and discipling kids in the church and community.
Club Information
- Who can attend - Children 3yrs (two years from starting Kindergarten) thru 6th grade
- Where - Oakhill South Campus (4615 Oak Hill Rd)
- When - Wed. Evenings 6pm - 7:30pm (August 30th - May 7th)
UPWARD BASKETBALL AND CHEERLEADING
Upward Basketball and Cheerleading is a Christian based sports program that seeks to teach and encourage kids through sports. Children will learn basic sports skills while developing a sense of teamwork and good sportsmanship. The program is offered December through February annually.
- The registration fee is the only fee for the entire season, it includes the uniform
- Players must attend the mandatory evaluations and uniform fitting. This ensures we have the most balanced teams. This will take place on Oct. 25th, 5-8 p.m. or Saturday 9 a.m. -12p.m. Cheerleaders only attend for the uniform fitting.
- Practices start the first week of Dec. and be on either Monday, Tuesday, or Thursday once a week for one hour depending on the coach's schedule (6th-8th teams practice for 1 1/2 hours). The practice will be at the same time each week for 12 weeks. You can request a one-night practice exclusion when you register. K-1st, 2nd-3rd practice at the South Campus (4615 Oak Hill Rd). 4th-5th & 6th-8th grade teams practice at the North Campus (5600 Oak Hill Rd).
- All games are played at the South Campus. They start the first weekend in January. The official game schedule will be published after teams are formed. Historically Friday night 6th-8th teams play and the rest of the teams play on Saturday with K-1st teams starting first.
- To make this program happen we need lots of volunteers. If you want to volunteer to be a coach or referee please sign up here: https://registration.upward.org/UPW87000/volunteer
Questions or Information: Pastor Bryan Gotcher,