"Train a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it.” Proverbs 22:6
Children are a very special part of our growing church family. Our church provides a variety of ministries for children. Each teaching ministry is biblically based and designed to reach children who have varying needs and learning styles. Special events are held throughout the year for children and their families. All programs for children are led by caring adults and are under the direction of a part time children’s director.
RELATED LINKS:
Current Children's Ministry Calendar
Children's Ministry Flyer
Heritage Childcare and Preschool
Sunday School Classes
SAFE SANCTUARY
Our congregation’s purpose for establishing a Safe Sanctuary policy and procedures program is to demonstrate our absolute and unwavering commitment to create within our ministries a “safe sanctuary” that will foster healthy growth and development in spiritual and other dimensions as we have opportunity to provide ministry. Please click here to read more about it and complete the required documents.
NURSERY
A well-staffed nursery is provided during all three Sunday morning worship services for children birth-5. Nursery is also available each Wednesday evening during adult choir rehearsals and bible studies, and is also provided for special events or meetings by contacting the Director of Children’s Ministry.
Age appropriate curriculum is taught during Sunday school (9:45) in both Nursery I (toddlers) and Nursery II (preschool). Snack and craft activities are provided during 10:45 service in Nursery II.
The nursery uses a pager system to check children in and out of the nursery.
SUNDAY SCHOOL (9:45)
Amazing Journey, our rotational Sunday school program is a place where children (grades K-5) learn to “Fully Rely On God—F.R.O.G.” Children experience a new bible story each month as they participate in a variety of activities based on multiple learning styles. As they walk down the hallway of the children’s wing, they will see the life story of Jesus depicted on beautiful wall murals. Each week they visit one of three wonderfully decorated classrooms--The Art Ark, The Temple, and The Story Telling Tent. It is truly an Amazing Journey.
TEMPLE TIME (10:45)
This extended Sunday school session groups all children (Grades K-5) together in the Temple room. The emphasis during “Temple Time” is learning about the bible—how to use it, what it says, and how it applies to children's lives today. Jesus spent his youth learning in the Temple. What an example this is for our children. A multi-media approach is used. The Temple room is equipped with a TV/VCR and a computer lab.
KidZone AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM
KidZone is designed for children in grades 1-5. It meets each Wednesday from mid September to early April in the West Wing multipurpose room. A large group/small group model and multi-media curriculum is used. Other activities include snack, games and recreation, crafts, and King’s Kids choir. The children and their families are invited to eat at the Solid Rock Café after KidZone. Registration forms and parent permission are required to participate in KidZone. Click the link below to:
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SOLID ROCK CAFE
The Solid Rock Cafe is open during the school year on Wednesday's 5:00pm - 6:30pm in the West Wing. Many good meals are served by volunteers for children, youth, and adults. It's a great time for friendship and fellowship!
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SEASONAL EVENTS
The Children’s Ministry Team sponsors family events for the Lenten/Easter and Advent/Christmas seasons. These events provide activities which are interactive, fun, as well as spiritually enriching.
SUMMER PROGRAMS
Vacation Bible School—This is the highlight of children’s ministry at FUMC each summer. More than 100 children and 20-30 adult and youth leaders meet to sing, play, and learn what it means to be a follower of Jesus.
Oklahoma Conference United Methodist Camps
Children can enjoy all the fun and excitement of summer camp at beautiful Camp Egan. All children will have an opportunity to attend one of the United Methodist district camps at Camp Egan this summer. You can download the 3 forms below, and return them to Judy Kimmel or Gayle DuBois no later than May 15th. Adult Leaders are needed for the camps, so any adults who are interested in serving are asked to contact Judy, jkimmelgroveumc@sbcglobal.net, 786-5148.
