The Vine - York St Church of Christ

Mainly Music is where parents and caregivers
bring their children for a thirty-minute session of
music, rhyme, movement, listening and more.
It has been specifically set up as a time when
parents can spend ‘time’ with their children.
Many activities today allow parents to leave their
children while they spend time by themselves.
The compilation of songs and actions are cleverly
formulated to encourage bonding with the adult,
whilst developing the children’s motor skills,
spatial, reading and word association and so
much more!
At this session, adults and children are given
snacks and refreshments. This allows time for
children to enjoy each other’s company, and to
develop social skills. In addition it enables those
adults who don’t have a wide circle of friends to
be introduced to others who have young children
and they are therefore able to support each
other.
Here is some of what is gained by coming to
Mainly Music:
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Music & Action – Children appreciating
music & extending their musical abilities
Building better relationships with parents,
caregivers & families
Place for parents of small children to
connect, breaking isolation
Providing a visibility to parenting and
highlighting the value of being a parent
Sharing a cuppa & snacks with the aim of
building friendships
Improving social skills
Improving fine & motor skills
Spatial awareness
Introducing exercise to a family’s schedule
in a fun way
Bonding games & exercises
Language Development
Learning ‘God-songs’
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There is a Christ-Centred Family Care component
in the larger Mainly Music programs, where
families are supported when hurting, through
marriage or relationship breakups, miscarriage,
when a partner or child dies, supporting those
with police involvement and unconditional
positive regard.
Mainly Music provides an environment where
young children develop skills to enhance their
early education, through the use of music,
rhythm, rhyme, and other music related activities
with the participation of a parent or primary
caregiver.
In short, Mainly Music is an opportunity for adults
and young children to build memories and spend
time together, sharing special time with each
other, whilst reinforcing good behaviour.
If you are interested
in becoming involved
in this ministry,
please speak to
Brenda Peralta or
contact the church
office.