Welcome to Children’s Ministry at First United Methodist Church!

The Children’s Ministry Team warmly welcomes you to First United Methodist Church Children's Ministry. We invite you to become involved in the many Christ-centered programs offered in a loving, nurturing and supportive environment. Jesus said; “Let the little children come to me and do not hinder them; for to such belongs the kingdom of Heaven.” (Matthew 19:14). Our mission is to train and nurture children so they may be filled with the light of Christ and may SHINE Christ's glory wherever they go.

S: Study God's word

H: Help others

I: Involve families

N: Nurture a relationship with Christ

E: Equip to share the gospel

Children are one of God’s greatest gifts to us and we try to provide a variety of programs and activities that will introduce a child to a life of faith in God. We offer childcare and programming for nursery age through 5th grade.

To read our Children's Ministry Newsletter, The Parent Link, click on this link.

Sundays for Kids

Nursery Care

Birth - Two years

9:00- 12:30

Preschool Promiseland

Ages 2-Kindergarten

Sunday School Hour

9:30 – 10:30

Snack and play time

10:30 – 11:00

Promiseland Worship Time

11:00 - 12:00

 Paradise Island

“Where the Son always shines”"

First – Fifth Grade

Sunday School Hour

9:30- 10:30

 The Bridge

10:30 – 11:00

Snacks, games, free time

 Paradise Island Kid’s Kingdom

11:00- 12:00

Weekday Ministries

Parents' Morning Out

A weekday drop-in program for children 9 months to 2 years, from 9-12 noon. Children’s activities include outdoor play, music, crafts, games, snacks and other special activities while Mom or Dad have time for themselves.

Preschool Day School

Preschool program for children ages 2-4 years of age, designed to give these children a solid foundation upon which to build their formal education and spiritual life.

Wednesday Night Live!

An evening of choir, dinner, games and Bible study for children 2 years to 5^th grade.

Driving Force

Get your Elementary and Preschool engines moving all at the same time! An eight-week series that will help kids realize that Jesus should be the 'Driving Force' of their life. This series will teach students how to make Him first by studying the life of Christ and will give the students practical applications to develop into daily habits.

 The Spring sesson of Wednesday Night Live begins January 13th.

To learn about our children's choirs click here.

Children and Family Ministries

Children are a vital part of our community of faith. Because we cherish them, we offer a variety of programs which are designed to teach them to know the love of God through Jesus Christ and to strengthen the family.

After the Stork – Meals for new parents

Angels after Dark – Holiday Gift Mart

Angel Tree – Christmas gifts for needy children

Blessing of the Babies – January celebration of new babies born during the year

Children’s Outreach Ministries – Projects for our children to help other children

Lock –In – Overnight adventure that includes games, food, movies, crafts, and lots of fun

One Night in a Stable – Preschool Christmas pageant

The Gathering – Church-wide picnic and “gathering” at Easter

Trunk-or-Treat – Church-wide fall celebration

Children’s Ministry Staff

Lora Ulrich

Children’s Director

727-894-4661 ext 127

Tiffiny Spoor

Elementary Director

Brianna Jarmen

Preschool Director

Jennifer Stewart                                                                                                                                                                                              PMO/Nursery Director

727-894-4661 ext 124