Encouragement & Empowerment
Children and Youth Ministry
We understand the pressure and stress under which so many parents and their families are functioning. We offer a nurturing and safe environment for children and youth through programs tailored to their unique spiritual needs. Through engaging activities, age-appropriate teaching, and caring mentors, we aim to support children and families on their faith journeys, while also supporting you on your everyday journey.
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JOY COMPANY is a weekly after-school children’s program where playfulness has meaning. Children will have opportunities to make new friends, use their imagination, be creative, explore new experiences, and try new skills. Each week there will be time for play, storytelling, music, crafts, and games. All children 4 years through 5th grade are welcome to attend every Wednesday from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. This program is held in the Community Center, 6210 Crestwood Ave. Click HERE to register.
Questions: Contact Debby Wendell at 941-780-5857 or debby@pineshorespres.org or the church office at 941-922-1597.
Adventure Camps at Pine Shores
Adventure Camps are offered for Winter, Spring, and Summer School Breaks. This program is open to anyone ages Pre-K4 to 5th grade in the community regardless of race or religion. This gives children a safe, fun, and enriching place to be when parents need to work and not worry about their kids. Come enjoy the fun as we discover new things together.
Cost is $75 per day for Winter and Spring Camps or $300 per week for Summer Camp and is all inclusive of field trips, snacks, lunches, crafts, games, music, yoga, science, math, & reading. Call Debby for more information at 941-780-5857.
Please register early so as not to be disappointed.
Winter Camp 2025-2026 - CELEBRATE WITH ME!
December 29, 30, 31, Jan 2, 5 8:30-5:30
Scouts at Pine Shores
Three Scout Troops meet at Pine Shores in the Community Center Chapel Room during the school year:
Cub Scout Pack 50 (for boys & girls ages 5 - 11) meet on Monday evenings at 6:30 p.m. For more information call Karen McGrath at (941) 879-5909.
Scouts BSA Troop 50 (boys) meet on Tuesday evenings at 6:00 p.m. Visit the Troop 50 website: https://www.troopwebhost.org/Troop50Sarasota/.
Scouts BSA Troop 1920 (girls) meet on Wednesday evenings at 7:00 p.m. For more information contact Shawn Airey (shawn.airey@gmail.com)
Moments with our Youth
