CHILDREN

Our Children's Ministry at First United Methodist Crutch provides a safe, nurturing, and fun environment where children can explore and grow in their faith. We strive to provide a place where children can fully live into who God created them to be. We provide engaging lessons and activities that will help children understand God's love for them. We also invite children to ask questions and explore their faith in a safe and comfortable setting. Our goal is for our children to feel seen, heard, and loved.

Rev. Amy Strader, Pastor of Young People and Families:
(719) 471-8522 x102
amys@fumc-cs.org

FORMS

SUNDAY MORNINGS DURING THE SCHOOL YEAR

CHILDREN'S CHURCH
(Grades K-2)
9:00am

While many children can and enjoy sitting with their families during worship, we know that an additional way to connect is helpful for some. During the 9:00 a.m. worship service, younger children are invited to leave the service for Children’s Church Children’s Church looks a lot like

church— singing, scripture, and an offering is collected.

SUNDAY SCHOOL
(Grades Preschool-5)
10:15am

Then at 10:15 there will be Sunday School for all ages. This year there will be three classes (preschoolers, K-2 grade, 3-5 grade). Children will learn bible stories using food, art, science, and drama. Older children will also begin to explore how the Bible came to be, what the Bible is (and isn’t), and why we base our faith on such an old book.

FAMILY WORSHIP
(All Ages)
8:00, 9:00, 11:00am

We believe worship is a core element of spiritual development for children and adults. Even though programming is offered at the 9:00am service, all children are welcome to attend all worship services.

NURSERY CARE
(Birth-Age 5)
8:00, 9:00, 11:00am

Nursery care is available on Sunday mornings during all services. We also offer nursery care during special events at the church for those who attend. Kids are loved, read to, given room to play, and learn about God’s love.

BAPTISM
(All Ages)

In the United Methodist Church, baptism begins a lifelong walk with Jesus Christ. Families take this first step by reaffirming their commitment, and young people continue the journey through Confirmation. Baptism is available for people of all ages. Depending on your preference, we can perform the ceremony using sprinkling, pouring, or immersion. The first step for a baptism is to contact

Rev. Amy.

PARENT'S NIGHT OUT

Being a parent is hard, like really hard. FUMC is here to help! Drop the kids off and have a night out. Sometimes on your own and sometimes with other fun folks from church. Families with children from infant-5th grade are invited to attend.

Keep an eye on our news page for upcoming dates.

NURSERY/CHILD CARE IS AVAILABLE

DURING ALL SERVICES

Nursery: Ages birth - PreK5, Kingdom City
Child Care: Ages K - 2nd grade, Kingdom City

SUNDAY MORNINGS DURING THE SUMMER

JUNE-AUGUST CHILDREN GATHER UPSTAIRS FOR FUN AND FELLOWSHIP

Check out our news page to find out about our Children’s summer activities!