Children

To grow a group of little disciples with a big heart for Jesus.

All Kids in 1-5th grade come together on Sunday mornings at 9:30 in Zerr Hall for the start of their weekly adventure of connecting with God, their faith, and with each other.  Through music, food, scripture, and chatter we grow.  The curriculum is built upon five principles:  worship, building community, discipleship, transformation, and Grandview.

Worship

• Worship God with song
• Become familiar with congregation
• Feel welcome at worship
•  Attend 9:30 worship for meet/greet & 2 songs

Building Community

• Create space for relationships to grow
• Introduction to different forms and types of prayer
• Meal provided by a family each week

Discipleship

• What it means to be a Christian in everyday life
• Familiarity with the rich stories and characters of the Bible.
• Foster an interest in faith, church, and serving.
• Object lessons, discussions, activities

Transformation

• Serving
• Worship
• Fellowship
• Music expression, projects, 4 square, and what else we dream

Grandview

• Kids become familiar with Pastors
• Pastors become familiar with kids
• Keep kids in the loop about church happenings
• Closing handshake, benediction, poem, song

Youth

For youth:
High school students meet on the 1st and 3rd Sundays from 9:30 to 2 p.m. for an extended session that includes worship, discussion, lunch and games.  They also have mentors who help guide them through the process of understanding and embracing their own faith and beliefs.

Middle school students have a similar extended session on the 2nd and 4th Sundays.  Current events and topics of interest to students often are a spark to their discussion.

On off weeks, youth are encouraged to worship with their families and/or to assist in children's education.

Adults

The Searcher's Class also meets every week -- at 9:15 in the Parlor. Led by Ruth Daugherty, this class also varies its topics. There have been book studies, Bible studies, and many interesting conversations. If you have questions about the Christian faith, United Methodism, Church history, or the Bible, bring them to this class.