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!
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
Children's Choir
The Children’s Choir is for children ages 3 and up. It practices regularly during the school year on Sundays after church services for a half hour. The choir is led by Mrs. Barb and Mrs. Kristen, who help our kids learn fun uplifting and christian songs throughout the year. This choir typically to provide their wonderful, joyful songs during once a month during Sunday morning worship. If you have any questions, please contact: 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 on Sundays after worship from 11:30-1:00, please contact Charity Preston at charitypreston.calvaryumc@gmail.com for more information.
Easter Egg Hunt
Join us for Calvary's annual Easter Egg Hunt on Sunday March 24th at 2:00pm. This event includes an Easter Egg Hunt, treats, activities and more!
Parenting Book Study
April 10th - May 1st
Wednesday 6pm - 7:30pm
April 10th - May 1st
Wednesday 6pm - 7:30pm
Join Family Ministries as we host our first ever parenting book study! The evening will provide dinner, childcare and what we hope will be an enriching discussion on parenting and faith! The book we will be reading is called Parenting. Getting IT Right by Andy and Sandra Stanley. Sign up by email to Kristen Rains at kristenrains.calvaryumc@gmail.com.
Family Ministry Events
Trunk Or Treat
Trunk or Treat has become a new tradition at Calvary and we are excited for our 4th annual event on October 29th, 2023, 2pm - 4pm. 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 2023 for more information.
Easter Egg Hunt
Join us for this "egg-citing" event including a multi-age egg hunt, treats, activities and the Easter Bunny!
Each year in July we offer an exciting Vacation Bible School for Children Kindergarten and up. In 2023 our kids learned all about being Change-makers through an interactive curriculum incorporating science and faith. Check back in the Spring to learn about VBS 2024
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.