AWANA is an exciting program that teaches children the importance of scripture memory. AWANA is an acrostic for “Approved Workmen Are Not Ashamed” 2 Timothy 2:15. AWANA’s unwavering focus for over 50 years has been “to reach boys and girls with the gospel of Christ and train them to serve Him.” The Monterey Baptist Church AWANA staff is dedicated to helping each child to grow in the Lord.