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A Fun Game time which offers a unique concept of four-team competition, Handbook Time which allows child-leader interaction as young people work through the handbook with Bible memorization and activities, and Large Group Time which includes songs, a short Bible message and award time. Incentives and special events are planned throughout the year!<\/p>\n<p>A Registration Form is required for participation. To help pay for handbooks, awards, and incentives, we ask that each child pay a registration fee. If this cost would impose a financial hardship on your family, please contact Tom or Penny Beierman at 754-3351. We would like to make Awana a special activity for your child.<\/p>\n<p>Your child will receive an entrance booklet, which is the first step in Awana achievement. 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