Children’s Ministry

Wesley Monumental UMC is grateful to have a thriving Children’s Ministry. All children are invited to learn more about loving Jesus and loving others with us.

Nursery

8 Weeks Up to 3 Years Old

A nursery is provided for our youngest friends every Sunday, during Wednesday evening activities, and during most church activities.
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Early Childhood

3 Years Old through Pre-K

Pre-school-aged friends are able to attend Sunday School classes and Children’s Worship alongside their friends. The Joyful Noise Choir gets them off to a musical start!
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Kindergarten through Third Grade

Young elementary school students enjoy Sunday School and Children’s Worship together. They may also participate in Children’s Choir.
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Fourth and Fifth Grade

Fourth and fifth grade students have Methodist education classes on Sundays as they look toward becoming confirmed members of Wesley Monumental in middle school.
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Sunday School: A Firm Foundation

Each Sunday morning, we have Sunday School classes for children of all ages beginning at 9:45 a.m.

From the newest babies to our friends who are getting ready to graduate elementary school, there is a place for everybody to learn more about Jesus through games, stories, and music.

Mom and Dad can enjoy their own Sunday School classes and Worship Service knowing their children are receiving love, care, and faith-filled lessons at the same time.

No sign-up is necessary, and families are welcome to begin attending at any time throughout the year!

 

Sunday School: A Firm Foundation

Each Sunday morning, we have Sunday School classes for children of all ages beginning at 9:45 a.m.

From the newest babies to our friends who are getting ready to graduate elementary school, there is a place for everybody to learn more about Jesus through games, stories, and music.

Mom and Dad can enjoy their own Sunday School classes and Worship Service knowing their children are receiving love, care, and faith-filled lessons at the same time.

No sign-up is necessary, and families are welcome to begin attending at any time throughout the year!

 

Our Safety Policies

Safe Sanctuary Program

Safe Sanctuaries is the United Methodist Church’s policy which provides guidelines toward making congregations safe places where children, youth, and elders may experience the abiding love of God and fellowship within the community of faith.

Childcare Workers
on Staff

Wesley Monumental has paid childcare workers on staff. These staffmembers know our children and are trained in many different techniques to promote safety, physical, emotional, and spiritual  health, and quality learning.

Volunteers Fully Vetted

All of our volunteers are screened and evaluated to ensure the safety and wellbeing of the children and youth they serve.

Special Events

Easter Egg Hunt

Each year around Easter, we hunt for Easter eggs, play games, enjoy a petting zoo, and have activities in the big house at Wesley Gardens Retreat Center. The Easter bunny even stops by for a visit and pictures.

Easter Pageant

The Joyful Noise and Children’s Choirs present our Easter pageant, open to all congregation members and guests. This takes place during the Easter season, after Easter weekend.

Infant Recognition Sunday

For Mother’s Day, we recognize all of the infants born into our congregation throughout the previous year. Families who take part enjoy a Mother’s Day brunch, a family photo, and recognition during the 11 a.m. Worship Service.

Vacation Bible School

Wesley Monumental’s children enjoy Vacation Bible School at Wesley Gardens Retreat Center every summer. The theme of the week changes every year, and each age group has fun learning songs, making crafts, and playing games together.

Summer Fun Daze

Mid-summer, Wesley Monumental’s kindergarten through third grade students play water games, enjoy summer activities, and more for a week at Wesley Gardens Retreat Center. First through third graders spend the night on the last night of Summer Fun Daze!

Bible Presentation Sunday

New second graders are presented with their own Bible during an 11 a.m. Worship Service in the fall. They are always excited to receive this special gift from one of our pastors as they begin learning how to read and understand Scripture. 

Fall Festival

Each autumn, we have a great time at Wesley Gardens Retreat Center as we celebrate the fall season. A petting zoo, s’more station, inflatables, and fun games are all highlights of the gathering.

Nativity Pageant

The Joyful Noise Choir (three-year-olds through Kindergarteners) and the Children’s Choir (first through fifth graders) each work hard to present a nativity pageant during the season of Advent.

Christmas Fun Day

One Saturday in December, parents are able to drop their young children off for an afternoon of Christmastime activities such as making ornaments, decorating cookies, watching Christmas movies and more while parents run errands.

Special Events

Easter Egg Hunt

Each year around Easter, we hunt for Easter eggs, play games, enjoy a petting zoo, and have activities in the big house at Wesley Gardens Retreat Center. The Easter bunny even stops by for a visit and pictures.

Easter Pageant

The Joyful Noise and Children’s Choirs present our Easter pageant, open to all congregation members and guests. This takes place during the Easter season, after Easter weekend.

Infant Recognition Sunday

For Mother’s Day, we recognize all of the infants born into our congregation throughout the previous year. Families who take part enjoy a Mother’s Day brunch, a family photo, and recognition during the 11 a.m. Worship Service.

Vacation Bible School

Wesley Monumental’s children enjoy Vacation Bible School at Wesley Gardens Retreat Center every summer. The theme of the week changes every year, and each age group has fun learning songs, making crafts, and playing games together.

Summer Fun Daze

Mid-summer, Wesley Monumental’s kindergarten through third grade students play water games, enjoy summer activities, and more for a week at Wesley Gardens Retreat Center. First through third graders spend the night on the last night of Summer Fun Daze!

Bible Presentation Sunday

New second graders are presented with their own Bible during an 11 a.m. Worship Service in the fall. They are always excited to receive this special gift from one of our pastors as they begin learning how to read and understand Scripture. 

Fall Festival

Each autumn, we have a great time at Wesley Gardens Retreat Center as we celebrate the fall season. A petting zoo, s’more station, inflatables, and fun games are all highlights of the gathering.

Nativity Pageant

The Joyful Noise Choir (three-year-olds through Kindergarteners) and the Children’s Choir (first through fifth graders) each work hard to present a nativity pageant during the season of Advent.

Christmas Fun Day

One Saturday in December, parents are able to drop their young children off for an afternoon of Christmastime activities such as making ornaments, decorating cookies, watching Christmas movies and more while parents run errands.

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