Welcome to
firstkids!
We are committed to helping families connect their children with God. If you have questions about any FUMCT ministry for children, contact our Director of Children's Ministries, Ali Lindsey at ali@fumct.org.
nursery childcare
Your infants and toddlers will be lovingly cared for by dedicated and trained FirstKids Care Team members.
ROOM 101 | INFANTS & CRAWLERS
The FirstKids Care Team members have a love and passion for the littlest of the littles, and can't wait to care for your child in the nursery.
ROOM 102 | WALKERS, 1 & 2 year olds (AS OF SEPT. 1st, 2023)
FirstKids CareTeam members have fun playing with and caring for your tots. They love big with lots of energy and tenderness.
preschool
Childcare is provided during 9:00 & 11:00 a.m. services. FirstKids Care Team members are excited to greet these rising preschoolers! Play, excitement, encouragement, and gentleness are core in this phase!
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ROOM 103 & ROOM 106 | 3 & 4 year olds (AS OF SEPT. 1st, 2023)
Sunday mornings at 10:00 a.m. and Wednesday nights at 6:00 p.m. Each child's interests and needs are engaged with age appropriate Bible lessons, crafts and play. Room 106 is utilized for interactive music and Bible stories.
Preschool Sunday school and Wednesday night lessons are led by volunteers. If you would like to volunteer with the preschool ministry, contact Nicole Burkhalter, Children's Ministries Assistant Director at nicole@fumct.org or tap the button below to sign up.
Firstkids: k-3rd Grade
Children are always welcome at every worship service; these opportunities are also available:
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firstkids Sunday school for KINDERGARTEN-2nd GRADErs at 10:00 a.m. in Room #206
Large group worship & fellowship activities, snack, Bible stories and lessons.
THIRD GRADE BIBLE CLASS for 3RD GRADERS in ROOM #204
Kids will aquire basic Bible skills to become familiar and learn to use their Bibles, helping to build a foundation for a lifelong journey of spiritual growth.
FIRSTKIDS ROTATIONS at 11AM services for K-3RD GRADERS
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Art - Room #205
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Drama - Room #206
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Games - Room #210
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Science - Room #207
Kids follow the monthly Bible story with hands on experiences that allow different learning styles to be highlighted each Sunday of the month.
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FirstKids on Wednesdays
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Dinner served 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. in Chitwood Hall
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Doors open at 5:45 p.m.
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Small groups and fellowship starts at 6:00 p.m. in HomeRoom #206
Relaxed and fun time of learning and growing in Christ together through hands on Bible lessons, games, and hanging out, chilling, singing and dancing!
preteen-4th & 5th grade
Sunday mornings at 10:00 a.m. and Wednesday nights at 6:00 p.m. in Room 203
Music, interactive Bible stories, lessons and fellowship, snacks, games and hands on projects keep kids engaged.
Note taking and doodle sheets are available during 9:00 & 11:00 a.m. services. Preteens are encouraged to participate in corporate worship. At this stage, kids are able to grasp more challenging lessons and themes. Parents who snap a photo of their kid's notes or doodles from a worship service and email a copy to Mrs. Ali will earn an extra reward!
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Elementary and preteen Sunday school and WNA lessons are volunteer led. If you would like to volunteer with the preteen ministry, please contact Ali Lindsey at ali@fumct.org or follow the link below to sign up.