Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a worker who has no need to be ashamed, rightly handling the word of truth.

1 Timothy 2:15

Battle Ground Baptist Church hosts our communities AWANA Program every Wednesday
from 6:30pm to 8:00pm September through May.

Awana Clubs International is an evangelical ministry that provides Bible-based evangelism and graded discipleship resources for children and teens. The name Awana is an acronym for “Approved Workmen Are Not Ashamed,” which comes from the verse above. The goal of Awana is to “reach kids, equip leaders, and change the world” by making one disciple at a time.

The age-based Awana curriculum aims to reach kids and families with the gospel. Awana pairs a small group discipleship handbook with large group teaching. Children and teens learn how to memorize God’s Word, study the Bible, and apply it to their lives. They also learn about worldwide missions and the need to help others. As children complete various stages in the Awana program, they earn awards. Churches are encouraged to use the curriculum and flexible program to develop a biblical foundation for the children of their communities.
Another goal of the Awana program is to develop and train leaders for effective ministry. Leaders are trained in how to effectively disciple children to become lifelong followers of Jesus Christ.

Awana is a time-tested and trusted Christian ministry. But, as with any Bible study program or ministry, we encourage all participants to compare the teachings of Awana to what the Bible says (see Acts 17:10–15). If you are considering sending your children to our Awana program, it is wise to evaluate our church’s statement of faith and compare it to God’s Word.