Church Contact Information
Program Fees
$2,000 + HST – STEM Club Package
x $375 + HST for each additional club (Includes extra Big Idea Books, teaching curriculum, and promotional materials)
Payment methods:
• Cheque
• Mastercard, Visa or American Express (call our office at 1-877-788-8233)
• E-transfer (give@cefontario.org)
Cancellation Policy
Prior to July 20 Full Refund
July 20 – Sept. 14 50% Refund
After Sept. 14 No Refund
*STEM Club registrations will not be processed until registration form and program fee are both received.
**In light of COVID-19 and the uncertainty of what government restrictions and guidelines may be in place during the 2021-2022 club year, changes may need to be made to the STEM Club program. CEFOntario’s desire is to be health conscious while seeking to reach children with the Gospel. CEFOntario is committed to communicating and working together with partner churches to adapt accordingly to changing circumstances and
This agreement forms the basis of the ministry partnership between Child Evangelism Fellowship of Ontario (CEFOntario) and the church (listed above). It specifies the conditions under which the CEF/Church partnership operates a children’s club program known as a “STEM Club” (STEM Club is a recognized ministry of Child Evangelism Fellowship of Ontario). It is intended to provide a clear understanding of the responsibilities of each partner. The purpose is to ensure a club where the Gospel of Jesus Christ is communicated clearly and with adherence to Biblical truth, and to ensure an environment where children are safe.
I have read and agree with the attached responsibilities of each partner. I am authorized to sign on behalf of the church.
Email the completed and signed form to: stem@cefontario.org or Mail the completed form to:
CEFOntario c/o STEM Club 335 Robinson Rd. Brantford,
ON N3R 0B8.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact David Guyatt at 705-349-3777.
Responsibilities of CEFOntario
Materials
The partner church will be provided the following:
• Curriculum (additional sets for partner churches running multiple clubs)
◦ 24 weeks of CEF Bible lessons & memory verses
◦ 8 songs with visuals
◦ 4 STEM Stories
• Big Idea Books (additional sets for partner churches running multiple clubs)
◦ 4 (25 copies of each)
• 6 Pieces of STEM equipment (to be ordered through the online STEM equipment library)
• Digital files of posters and invitations for promoting STEM club
The partner church is able to exchange STEM equipment at two points during the program year (under “Equipment Exchange & Curriculum Delivery” in “Responsibilities of Partner Church”).
*The use of non-CEF materials for Bible lessons must be approved in advance by CEFOntario.
**Program may vary for churches in remote communities.
Training
CEFOntario will provide the follow:
• STEM Club Training (4 hours of live training to all leaders and volunteers involved)
◦ Topics covered: Connecting with Kids, The Gospel, Why Evangelize Children?, and Using STEM Equipment.
• STEM Club Teacher Training (additional 9 hours of training for those teaching)
◦ Additional topics covered: Teaching Evangelistic Bible Lessons, Sharing the Gospel Invitation, Music, Teaching Bible Verses, and Preparing Your Heart.
*Training will be within a reasonable distance of the partner church. Training format may vary for churches in remote communities.
Tech Support for STEM Equipment
CEFOntario will provide tech support throughout the club year for equipment malfunction and to address questions about how to use the STEM equipment. The partner church will be provided with a phone number and email for tech support.
In the case of malfunctioning equipment, CEFOntario will endeavor to send replacement equipment as soon as possible. If in stock, the partner church will be provided with an identical piece of equipment. If the particular piece of equipment is not in stock in the STEM equipment library, the partner church will be able to choose a different item.
Ongoing Support
CEFOntario will seek to provide encouragement, prayer, and helpful insights to the partner church as they plan and launch STEM club(s). Our goal is to assist and support local churches as they labour to share the Gospel with the children and families in their communities.
Responsibilities of the Partner Church
Training
The partner church is responsible to ensure their STEM Club workers attend the appropriate training for their role in club (see “Training” under “Responsibilities of CEFOntario”). Additionally, the partner church is encouraged to make CEFOntario aware of other training needs for their STEM Club workers (refresher training, additional training courses for new workers, etc.).
Reports
The partner church is responsible to submit a monthly statistics report to CEFOntario.
Equipment Exchange & Curriculum Delivery
In order to take advantage of the STEM equipment exchanges during the club year, the partner church will need to ensure that they submit their equipment requests by each deadline. Depending on the number of clubs in the area, the partner church may be required to pick-up and drop-off of STEM equipment at designated “distribution centers”. CEFOntario will ensure that these distribution centers are at maximum 45 minutes from the partner church.
*Access to the online STEM equipment library will be sent once all portions of the registration have been received and processed.
**Specific dates, times, and locations will be communicated at a later date.
Additional Costs
The partner church is responsible for any additional costs including: venue rental fees, snacks, and promotional printing.