Introduction

Our children are our future. Join us for many wonderful programs specifically designed to grow and nuture our special treasures.

Check the Children/Nursery Upcoming Events section often for updated event information.

Contact Karen Holder or Bridget Williams for more information.

Sunday School

Our Elementary Sunday School program is an exciting place to be. We use several different models during the year to learn God's Word.

Calling all people who love children and who are willing and able to be part of God's plan. We are looking for Sunday School teachers for the fall. We have classes open at 9:00 a.m. and at 10:10. Teachers rotate so that they teach every other week. On the week that the other teacher is in class, you are encouraged to attend an adult Sunday School class. Please contact Dretha Burris, Minister to Children and Families, if you are interested. dretha.burris@fumc-rowlett.org or call at 972-475-3667. ext. 137. Let the children see the love of Christ through YOU!

Wednesday Night Program for PreK-5th Grade

Secret Agent Managers Wanted to lead Mission Possible Kids

We are looking for special people to lead our Secret Agents (the children) during our Wednesday night program which will start on September 3rd.  Mission Possible Kids runs from 7-8 pm right after GAPkids choir which starts at 6:15.  Our leaders help the agents with mission projects they are working on.  For more information or to sign up, contact Bridget at bridget.williams@fumc-rowlett.org . 

MISSION POSSIBLE KIDS: Each Wednesday night during the school year, children have the opportunity to be secret agents for God while learning about God's special agents in the Bible. MISSION POSSIBLE KIDS is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping kids change the world through helping others. Since our chapter started in September of 2007, our children have touched more than 800 lives in mission to those in our community and around the world! Some of the mission projects have included making busy bags for children in the hospital, making cards and gifts for nursing home residents, collecting loose change for Russian orphans and making dolls out of bandanas for children in Romania. There is a one time member fee of $15 to join which includes a t-shirt but all are welcome to join at any time. For more information about this program or to volunteer, contact Bridget Williams at bridget.williams@fumc-rowlett.org.

For more info on the national organization, visit www.mpkids.org or call 1-877-MPKIDS-1.

Children's Events:

SPRING:

Our church family celebrates children in worship twice a year as Children's Sabbath . Generally held the Sunday after Easter and the second Sunday in October (National Children's Sabbath), Children's Sabbath is a way for children to participate in worship which gives them a better understanding of the service. Children able to read and up to 5th grade may choose to read the scripture or lead the Affirmation of Faith while others may wish to help usher or participate musically. During National Children's Sabbath we are reminded of all children in our community, country and around the world; the struggles they may have and are called to respond.

On the Saturday before Easter we celebrate our risen Lord with children at our annual Easter Eggstravaganza . With everything from pictures with the Easter Bunny, pony rides, bounce houses, carnival games and a visit from the local fire and police departments children and their families from within our church share Christ's love and hospitality with families in the community.  Lunch is usually served and then it's off to the egg hunts which begin in our chapel with a story about the real meaning of Easter.

SUMMER:

At FUMC Rowlett, children from age 3 up to 5 th grade come for a great time at   Vacation Bible School !  With 400-500 children each year to minister to, much prayer, thought and work is put in to one of the biggest spiritual growth events in a child's life. This five day event generally held in July uses rotation model curriculum where children go to different activity centers daily instead of being in the same classroom the entire time. Children learn different bible points and verses each day through repetition by rotating to crafts, snacks, games, dramatized bible exploration and music in assembly time. This approach to learning caters to all children with differing learning styles and allows them to have fun while learning about God's love. There is also opportunity during the week for children to participate in mission through donations to local charities. By the end of the week children (and sometimes adults!) learn 5 new biblical principals. We close the week by inviting all children back on Sunday morning for worship to sing the new songs they learned in VBS as well as show video from the past week's activity.

Every summer kids completing grades 3rd-5th have an opportunity to spend the week at Bridgeport Camp which is 40 miles west of Denton . So what's camp like for these kiddoes? Camp is a life-changing event!  Each day at camp is filled with Christian fellowship, creative worship, dynamic music, fun games, team-building activities, arts and crafts, family groups, and outdoor recreation. Children will have an incredible week having fun, making life-long friends, and growing in their faith in Christ. Camp forms will be mailed to previous attendees in January or February and registration will open up then to all.   As always, space is limited so sign up as soon as you can.

AUTUMN:

The weekend of Halloween the youth of FUMC sponsor a Fall Carnival for their younger friends.  This carnival is full of fun and games, dinner and a costume and pumpkin carving contest.  This is just a fun way for our teens to reach out and have fun with the children of our church and community.

ADVENT:

The first Sunday in Advent is our annual Family Advent Celebration .  All members, friends and family are invited to come learn about the meaning of Advent while making crafts and sharing a meal. 

Children in Kindergarten through 5 th grades are invited to come to a Birthday Party for Jesus which is generally held the second Sunday in December during the 10:10 Sunday school hour.  Just as any child would experience at a friend's birthday party, children bring presents of a new unwrapped toy to be distributed to local families in need by Rowlett Reindeers, play games and have cake.  It's a great way to remind children what is really important and of the reason for Christmas

Parents' Night Out (PNO) & F.R.O.G Camp (Fully Rely On God)

Looking for some hassel-free family fun ? We have two programs that offer a safe and fun Christian environment for children to socialize together while their parents enjoy some quality alone time. Parents' Night Out (PNO) is offered throughout the year on Friday and/or Saturday nights and F.R.O.G. Camp is offered during the summer. Truth be told, it's a KIDS NIGHT OUT, but shhhhh they don't want us to tell the parents. Check out our PNO/F.R.O.G Camp page for the latest details.