Family Ministries
At Calvary UMC, we believe that the foundations of faith begin with the family. We strive to support these faith foundations through our Family Ministries. Family Ministries include educational, fellowship and mission-oriented opportunities for children and their families to participate in. We are excited to announce that our Family Ministries program is growing! Check back in early 2022 for new programming information.
Children's Church
Children’s Church is a time for children to build their faith in Jesus through age-appropriate lessons, songs, games and activities. Children’s church is for kids age pre-k through 8th grade. Children’s Church meets in the Chapel during the 10am worship service. Children may join their parent or guardian for the beginning of worship in the sanctuary and will attend Children’s Church following the children’s message. Children also have the option to stay with their parents for worship in the sanctuary. Those in 6th, 7th and 8th have opportunities to develop their leadership skills as helpers in Children’s Church or may choose to attend the regular worship service with their parents. If you would like to register your child for children’s church or would like more information please contact: charitypreston.calvaryumc@gmail.com or kristenrains.calvaryumc@gmail.com
Nursery Care
Nursery care is available for children aged 2 months through age three. Our nursery is currently run by volunteers who have safe sanctuaries training and a background check. The coordinator of the nursery is also on-sight for additional support to nursery staff. If you would like to volunteer or have questions about the program please contact: Kristenrains.calvaryumc@gmail.com
Youth Group
Calvary’s Youth Group is open to any 7-12th grade youth. All are welcome to attend. This fellowship group provides youth the opportunity to learn and grow in their faith with God through Christ, shared in fellowship and discussion groups; retreats; mission activities; and participating with other United Methodist youth groups and Conference events.
Youth Group meetings are held the first Sunday of each month after worship from 11:30-12:30, please contact Charity Preston at charitypreston.calvaryumc@gmail.com for more information.
Children's Choir
Our Children's Choir has resumed rehearsals following worship at 11:15am to 11:45am in the choir room. Children aged kindergarten through eighth grade are encouraged to attend. Children in pre-k are welcome to attend rehearsals with a parent. If you have any questions, please contact: kristenrains.calvaryumc@gmail.com
Family Ministry Events
Calvary Youth Group
Trivia Game & Luncheon
Sunday, March 26th
Trivia Game & Luncheon
Sunday, March 26th
Save the date! Youth Group is hosting a church wide event after worship on March 26th. Youth Group will host a luncheon and a few rounds of Bible Jeopardy! You do not have to play to attend! Come be entertained!
Easter Egg Hunt
April 2, 2023 at 2pm
Our annual Easter Egg hunt will take place the week before Easter this year! Join us for a multi-age egg hunt, treats, activities and the Easter Bunny! Sign up is available now. Please RSVP here:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E044CAEAF2CA5FA7-easter
VBS Announcement!
I'm excited to let you all know the theme of this year's Vacation Bible School! Drum roll please.... This year's VBS will be called the Changemakers Lab! With Changemakers Lab, our kids will come together to learn how to be the change they wish to see in the world! The kids will work on asking hard questions and working together, reaching across our differences, to care for all people as Jesus showed us.
The kids will participate in worship, drama, Bible study, STEAM activities and active games to experience the transforming love of God! This year's VBS will take place July 10th-14th from 5:30pm to 8pm. This is a FREE program that includes dinner! Sign up will be available soon. In the meantime, save the date! Tell friends!
Trunk Or Treat
Trunk or Treat has become a new tradition at Calvary and we are excited for our 3rd annual event in 2022. Stay tuned for more information.
Christmas Pageant
As as part of our Christmas celebration Calvary's kids offer an annual Christmas pageant. Check back in fall of 2022 for more information.
2023 Egg Hunt
Join us on Saturday, April 2nd, 2023 at 2pm for a multi-age egg hunt, treats, activities and the Easter Bunny!
VBS 2022
Changemakers Lab
July 10th to 14th
5:30pm to 8pm
More information to come.
If you have any questions/are interested in attending or helping with any of the above, please contact Charity Preston or Kristen Rains at
charitypreston.calvaryumc@gmail.com and kristenrains.calvaryumc@gmail.com.