Growing together.
Whoever you are, wherever you're from, you are welcome here.
Welcome to The Gate Kids Ministry
The Gate is a Christ-centered ministry for children and students from Pre-K through High School.
We meet every Thursday during the school year from 5:30–7:00 p.m.
Each week is designed to give kids and teens a place where they can:
Enjoy a great meal
Our desire is for every child and teenager who walks through our doors to know that they are welcomed, valued, and loved.
We meet every Thursday during the school year from 5:30–7:00 p.m.
Each week is designed to give kids and teens a place where they can:
Enjoy a great meal
- Build friendships
- Worship together
- Learn from God's Word
- Ask questions
- Grow in their faith
- Connect with caring adult leaders
Our desire is for every child and teenager who walks through our doors to know that they are welcomed, valued, and loved.
What to Expect
Dinner
We begin the evening at 5:30 p.m. with dinner.
Meals are prepared and served by our dedicated ministry volunteers. Dinner gives our kids, teens, and leaders a chance to sit together, talk, laugh, and build relationships before the evening continues.
And yes — the food is good! It is not unusual to see kids coming back for seconds.
Worship & Bible Teaching
After dinner, everyone gathers in the sanctuary for a time of worship and Bible-centered teaching.
We want our students to do more than simply hear Bible stories. We want them to understand God's Word, ask questions, and discover how biblical truth applies to their everyday lives.
Age-Appropriate Small Groups
Following the main session, students divide into age-appropriate groups led by caring and committed ministry leaders.
Small groups provide opportunities for:
Each group is supported by at least two approved leaders for safety and accountability.
We begin the evening at 5:30 p.m. with dinner.
Meals are prepared and served by our dedicated ministry volunteers. Dinner gives our kids, teens, and leaders a chance to sit together, talk, laugh, and build relationships before the evening continues.
And yes — the food is good! It is not unusual to see kids coming back for seconds.
Worship & Bible Teaching
After dinner, everyone gathers in the sanctuary for a time of worship and Bible-centered teaching.
We want our students to do more than simply hear Bible stories. We want them to understand God's Word, ask questions, and discover how biblical truth applies to their everyday lives.
Age-Appropriate Small Groups
Following the main session, students divide into age-appropriate groups led by caring and committed ministry leaders.
Small groups provide opportunities for:
- Discussion
- Activities
- Prayer
- Questions
- Encouragement
- Deeper relationships
Each group is supported by at least two approved leaders for safety and accountability.
Transportation Is Available
Need help getting your child to The Gate?
Transportation is available in:
Williamstown • Lykens • Wiconisco • Sheridan • Reinerton • Muir • Orwin • Tower City
Transportation arrangements are made during the online registration process.
When completing your child's registration, you will have the opportunity to let us know if transportation is needed:
Transportation is available in:
Williamstown • Lykens • Wiconisco • Sheridan • Reinerton • Muir • Orwin • Tower City
Transportation arrangements are made during the online registration process.
When completing your child's registration, you will have the opportunity to let us know if transportation is needed:
- From home to the church
- From the church back home
- Or both
Registering Your Child / Children
Registration can be completed online using the link below.
During registration, you will provide important information about your child, emergency contacts, medical information, permissions, and transportation needs.
You may click the link below to start the registration process or the link button on The Gate Kids Ministry page.
REGISTER FOR THE GATE
Please Read Our Conduct, Rules & Ministry Policies
Before registering your child, please take time to carefully review The Gate Conduct, Rules, and Ministry Policies.
We ask parents and guardians to review these policies below on The Gate Kids Ministry page with their child so that both the parent or guardian and the child understand and agree to follow them.
These guidelines are located below on The Gate Kids Ministry page and are designed to help us maintain a safe, respectful, welcoming, and Christ-centered environment for everyone involved in The Gate.
By registering your child, you acknowledge that you have reviewed and understand these expectations.
During registration, you will provide important information about your child, emergency contacts, medical information, permissions, and transportation needs.
You may click the link below to start the registration process or the link button on The Gate Kids Ministry page.
REGISTER FOR THE GATE
Please Read Our Conduct, Rules & Ministry Policies
Before registering your child, please take time to carefully review The Gate Conduct, Rules, and Ministry Policies.
We ask parents and guardians to review these policies below on The Gate Kids Ministry page with their child so that both the parent or guardian and the child understand and agree to follow them.
These guidelines are located below on The Gate Kids Ministry page and are designed to help us maintain a safe, respectful, welcoming, and Christ-centered environment for everyone involved in The Gate.
By registering your child, you acknowledge that you have reviewed and understand these expectations.
Your Child's Safety Matters
The safety and well-being of every child and teenager entrusted to us is extremely important at Twin Valley Alliance Church.
Those serving in our Children's and Youth Ministries complete the appropriate Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Background Check and Child Abuse History Clearance requirements.
Our ministries also follow policies and procedures designed to provide accountability and create a safe environment for children, teenagers, volunteers, and families.
Our church van ministry is staffed by approved volunteers, including a driver and an additional ministry volunteer.
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Those serving in our Children's and Youth Ministries complete the appropriate Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Background Check and Child Abuse History Clearance requirements.
Our ministries also follow policies and procedures designed to provide accountability and create a safe environment for children, teenagers, volunteers, and families.
Our church van ministry is staffed by approved volunteers, including a driver and an additional ministry volunteer.
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More Than a Thursday Night
The Gate is about more than a program.
It is about relationships.
It is about giving children and teenagers a place where they know they belong.
A place where caring adults know their names.
A place where friendships grow.
A place where questions are welcome.
And most importantly, a place where young people can
learn just how deeply they are loved by God.
Whether your family has been part of church for years, is looking for a new church home, or has never stepped inside a church before, there is a place for you at The Gate.
Come hungry. Come ready to have fun. Come ready to grow.
We would love to welcome your family to The Gate at Twin Valley Alliance Church.
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It is about relationships.
It is about giving children and teenagers a place where they know they belong.
A place where caring adults know their names.
A place where friendships grow.
A place where questions are welcome.
And most importantly, a place where young people can
learn just how deeply they are loved by God.
Whether your family has been part of church for years, is looking for a new church home, or has never stepped inside a church before, there is a place for you at The Gate.
Come hungry. Come ready to have fun. Come ready to grow.
We would love to welcome your family to The Gate at Twin Valley Alliance Church.
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The Gate Ministry & Church Van: Conduct and Expectations
The Gate: Van Transportaion
Twin Valley Alliance Church offers van transportation for children who wish to attend The Gate: Kids Ministry. To ensure your child can be picked up, all required forms must be completed and submitted in advance. Once your registration is processed, a leader from The Gate: Kids Ministry will notify you—via your preferred method of communication indicated on the registration form—when your child will be added to the pickup schedule.
Please note For The Gate Kids Ministry van will begin picking up children at 4:30 PM. To help us stay on schedule and minimize delays for other families, we kindly ask that your child is ready at the designated pickup time.
After being picked up, children will enjoy Dinner when the Gate begins at 5:30 PM, followed by Worship / Teaching, / Class Groups for teaching. Each child will be assigned an adult helper/Teacher to assist them throughout The Gate: Kids Ministry. children will participate in age-appropriate programs:
Children will begin returning home at 7:00 P.M. Please ensure an adult is available at home to receive your child from the van, as drivers cannot return children to the church if no one is present.
Please note For The Gate Kids Ministry van will begin picking up children at 4:30 PM. To help us stay on schedule and minimize delays for other families, we kindly ask that your child is ready at the designated pickup time.
After being picked up, children will enjoy Dinner when the Gate begins at 5:30 PM, followed by Worship / Teaching, / Class Groups for teaching. Each child will be assigned an adult helper/Teacher to assist them throughout The Gate: Kids Ministry. children will participate in age-appropriate programs:
- (Ages Preschool-Kindergarten)
- (Grades 1-2)
- (Grades 3-4)
- (Grades 5-6
- (Grades 7-12)
Children will begin returning home at 7:00 P.M. Please ensure an adult is available at home to receive your child from the van, as drivers cannot return children to the church if no one is present.
The Gate: Illness and Attendance Policy
Please don't allow your child to attend The Gate: Kids Ministry if they have had a fever or vomiting in the previous 24 hours. If the Williams Valley School District has cancelled school or designates virtual learning on a day ( for the entire school) that The Gate: Kids Ministry is scheduled, The Gate: Kids Ministry will also be canceled for that day. If your child attends school for virtual learning regularly, they may attend The Gate Kids Ministry as long as they are not sick as stated above. s.
