GNC takes us into the public elementary schools, after school hours.  We teach bible stories that have the gospel message told through out the story.  At the end of the story there is an invitation given. We sign songs, play games, have a memory verse, treasure box prize, snack and prayer.  When a school allows us to host a club we, as a church, adopt that school.  We pray for them, help them with special projects if asked and reach out to form relationships with administrators, staff, students and families.

We, as a church, pray for our adopted schools.  Our prayers usually sounds like this:  Father, I ask that you surround the schools with your angels, protect all who go in and out their doors. Bring peace and unity to the staff, students, parents and volunteers, bless them all. Cause all decisions being made to be the best for the children involved. Open hearts and minds to you and your message.  Thank you Lord. Amen.

For the duration of the summer months the church collects Box Tops for Education, Campbell's Soup UPC's and can tabs. There are drop of containers in the Heirport Check-In Lobby.  When school starts back we pick one of our adopted schools to receive them.

Last July we had a Backpack Roundup. We collected backpacks and supplies to distribute to our adopted schools.  It was a simple and practical way to let the schools, children and families see the love of Christ.  We are hoping to do the Backpack Roundup again this coming July.

With the GNC we have an awesome opportunity to put prayer, worship and God's Word back in our schools!  Through the GNC ministry we can share the Good News of Jesus Christ with hundreds of children that might not ever visit a church.  If you would like to be part of this, or just want more information please contact us at grace4u@the-harvest.org.