Children's Sunday School

Meets Sundays, 9:50 - 10:50 a.m.

Visitors are always welcome, and greeters are located on two hallways to assist persons in finding classrooms.

Teachers are recruited each year during a “Ministry Recruitment” phone-a-thon. Training methods and curriculum are provided. Teaching Sunday school provides an opportunity to help children, youth, and adults form caring communities who learn about Christ, Christianity and the Church.

All curriculum is Biblically based. Children use the United Methodist Exploring Faith series, while youth use United Methodist and Group Ministry curriculum.

Children and youth are encouraged to dress comfortably. Separate classes are offered for each age level. We share Bible study and faith development through classes for children and youth.

The Sunday school offerings go toward purchasing curriculum and supplies.

Nursery Information - Our infants and one-year olds are cared for by two paid childcare workers, as well as by parents and other volunteers. A nursery superintendent prepares volunteer worker sheets. Each child brings his/her own juice and snack.

Toddlers enjoy and “Early Christian Awareness” program. This ministry focuses on sharing God’s love and world with our young children. Childcare is provided for toddlers and pre-schoolers during all services of worship.

Preschool Department - (2,3, and 4-year olds)

These children have their own Sunday school classes using the curriculum described above. There is a special “Sanctuary Time” every first Sunday, which gives the children an opportunity to visit the Sanctuary, hear a story and pray at the altar with a pastor or staff member.

Parent volunteers staff extended session during the late church hour (11-noon), and each set of volunteers brings a snack and juice. The second hour is play time and story time.

Elementary Department - (K-6 Grade)

Elementary children follow an age appropriate curriculum that covers major Biblical characters and events over a four-year period. This allows the children to cover the Bible three times from ages two-sixth grade. Kindergarten through third graders enjoy “Second Sunday Singing” once a month in the sanctuary.

Youth Sunday School

Meets Sundays, 9:50-10:50 a.m.

7th Grade Class: Focusing upon the special needs and interests of the young teen. We use the curriculum, "Bible Lessons for Youth."
8th Grade Class: Including Confirmation, this class explores the various meanings and expressions of faith and church membership.
9th Grade Class: This class explores issues from a unique high school freshman's perspective.
10th, 11th, 12th Grade Class: This class investigates the impact of faith and the church upon contemporary issues.