Children's Ministry
Nursery
- During Worship Services, nursery care is available for the little ones (8:20am - 12 noon).
- During Sunday School time (9:45am-10:30am) children 2 and under may attend.
- Our church Nursery is located on the 1st floor of the Education Building.
- Parents or guardians must sign their children in and out of nursery care.
- Two nursery care givers, provide a safe, warm, and loving environment.
- Snacks are always available.
- Worship Service is broadcasted to the nursery for all to enjoy.
Children's Education
Sunday School – 9:45am – 10:30am
Pioneer Club originated in 1939 with a mission statement: “to serve God by providing the most effective and educationally sound programs to help children follow Christ in every aspect of life.”
Our Goals:
1) To enable children to enter into a personal relationship with Christ and to know his Word.
2) To enable children to form healthy relationships.
3) To enable children to grow as whole persons.
4) To enable adults to understand children and help them develop.
Since January 2008 we have used the Pioneer Club curriculum for kindergarten – 6th grade.
The Wednesday program begins immediately after school until 5:15pm from September to April.
Children can join the program at any time if availability is open.
Van transportation (limited seating) Hearty snack Life application
Playtime outside (weather permitting) Bible story/study Small group
August registration Bible verse memorization Music
Children and Youth Service
- Toddler Sunday School is offered for ages 3-5 on the 1st floor of the Education Building.
- Kindergarten – 6th grade begin classes at 9:45am on the 2nd floor in the Education Building.
- Dedicated teachers are here to help the children learn about God and grow in your faith.
Pioneer Club originated in 1939 with a mission statement: “to serve God by providing the most effective and educationally sound programs to help children follow Christ in every aspect of life.”
Our Goals:
1) To enable children to enter into a personal relationship with Christ and to know his Word.
2) To enable children to form healthy relationships.
3) To enable children to grow as whole persons.
4) To enable adults to understand children and help them develop.
Since January 2008 we have used the Pioneer Club curriculum for kindergarten – 6th grade.
The Wednesday program begins immediately after school until 5:15pm from September to April.
Children can join the program at any time if availability is open.
Van transportation (limited seating) Hearty snack Life application
Playtime outside (weather permitting) Bible story/study Small group
August registration Bible verse memorization Music
Children and Youth Service
- Each October, a worship service is led by children and youth.
- Children greet, hand out bulletins, usher, read, acolyte, and more.
- Youth will deliver the message and are the liturgists.
- Children grades 2-5 serve as acolytes. | Children grades 6-8 carry the cross.
- Training is held each fall or upon request.
- If your child is interested in participating please notify the office.
Summer Activities
Vacation Bible School
Camps
Special Summer Days
- VBS is held yearly during a week in June.
Camps
- Revive Children’s Camp | revivetexas.org
- Basic Training Camp | fumcvictoria.com
- Lego Camp 2023 | July 31st – August 5th | Adventure STEM | ages 5-7 and ages 8-12
Special Summer Days
- Visit to the assisted living and nursing home is scheduled.
- Fun Family Day.
- Serve at the Annual Teacher Luncheon in August.
Holidays
Christmas
Easter
- Christmas Pageant is held 2nd weekend in December at 6pm.
- Angel Choir | preschool – 2nd grade
- Shepherd’s Choir | 3rd thru 8th grades
- Light meal follows pageant including a visit from a special guest.
Easter
- Palm Processional led by children on Palm Sunday.
- Butterfly release on Easter morning, telling the beautiful story for Jesus’ resurrection.
- Easter Egg Hunt | Easter Sunday | 9:45am
Children's Volunteer Opportunities
- Sunday School Teacher
- Vacation Bible School
- Pioneer Club
- Spaghetti Supper Fundraiser
- Easter Activities
- Christmas Activities
- Summer Activities
- Children’s Ministry Team