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Children

A COMMUNITY WHERE KIDS BELONG, WONDER AND GROW

We believe children are an important part of the East End community. We welcome children and families of all shapes and sizes and seek to create a place where kids can feel known, supported, and loved as they grow in faith.

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Whether your family has been part of EEUMC for years or you’re visiting for the first time, you’re invited to find your place here. Children are welcome to participate in worship, wonder about their faith, make friends and experience the love of God alongside the whole community.

East End UMC Nursery Ministry

Nursery Ministry

AGES: 8 WEEKS - 4 YEARS

During Sunday morning worship, we offer an excellent Nursery Ministry where infants and toddlers are cared for in a clean, safe, and loving environment. Toddlers enjoy "Toddler Church" where they hear stories from the Bible, pray and sing. The nursery ministry is filled with holy play.

East End UMC Children's Church

Children's Church

AGES: 4 YEARS - 2ND GRADE

Children’s Church is an opportunity for children to experience worship in a kid-friendly way. Every Sunday we invite children during worship to hear and wonder about God's story, and discover more about God's love through intentional conversation, spiritual practices and hands-on activities.

East End UMC Worship Assistant Ministry

Worship Assistant Ministry

AGES: 3RD - 5TH GRADE

Worship Assistants help our worship team lead in kid-friendly ways during the worship service on Sunday mornings.

East End UMC Breakfast Brunch

Breakfast Bunch

OLDER ELEMENTARY FAITH FORMATION

AGES: 3RD - 5TH GRADE

During our Breakfast Bunch, older elementary children gather before Sunday worship to grow deeper in their faith and understanding of scripture through our faith formation study. 

East End UMC Family Connection Events

Family Connection Events

Families with young children are invited to join us for our regular gatherings as we build community and support one another in parenting and life. Gatherings include sharing meals, local field trips together, camping, and other experiences. This group builds friendships, supports one another, and makes meaningful memories with their children.

Frequent Questions about

Children and Families

  • We love and welcome children at East End UMC! During Sunday worship, children’s worship bags and other resources are available at the Welcome table for children to utilize as they engage in worship. Our Nursery Ministry (for children ages 8 weeks-4 years old) is available during the full worship experience, and Children’s Church (for kids ages 4 years old-2nd grade) is available during the sermon time.

     

    CHECK IN FOR ALL KIDS: As we are making our transition on November 22nd and 29th, we will not have any children’s ministry or nursery ministry programming. Starting December 6th, we will begin requiring all children in children’s ministry programming to be checked in by a caregiver upon arrival to worship (or any other EE Kids ministries). On a regular Sunday morning, caregivers can check their infant or toddler into the nursery in our new children’s ministry space or check in a young child (ages 4 years-2nd grade) on the iPad provided as you enter the worship space.

     

    HELP UPDATING INFORMATION FOR ALL KIDS: To help make sure your family’s first check-in experience goes smoothly, please fill out the form HERE to update your information and ensure our information is up to date. 

  • We love having children present in worship, even when that means dancing in the aisles or making a little noise. Be sure to check out the Children’s Worship Resources in the back of the worship space to find additional tools to help your child engage in worship. Children are an important part of our community.

  • Our Nursery Ministry is available during Sunday morning worship for children 8 weeks through 4 years old.

  • Absolutely! Children are welcome to remain in worship with their families. Children ages 4 years through 2nd grade may also participate in Children's Church during the sermon portion of the worship experience. Nursery ministry is available for children ages 8 weeks-4 years.

  • East End offers opportunities for children, youth, and families to grow in faith and community together. Visit our Children and Family Ministry and Youth Ministry pages to learn more and get connected.

  • Providing a safe and sacred space for our children to grow spiritually is important to us. Our Nursery and Children’s Ministry Staff are qualified professionals who care for the child’s whole being. All children’s ministry volunteers and staff follow our Safe Sanctuary policies at all times and in all ministry programming. These policies include: 

    • All adults serving with children are background-checked every three years. 

    • All children are always accompanied by two adults. 

    • Teens are not to supervise children without two adults present. 

    • Doors remain open and/or have windows for visibility of all children.

    • All children are to be properly checked in and checked out by their caregiver/approved adults.

  • Visit our Children page to learn more about children's programming or reach out to our Pastor with Children and Families, Rev. Joanna Cummings.

Families Are Welcome Here

There is no perfect way to show up at church with kids. Come as you are, bring the wiggles, ask questions, and know that your family has a place at East End. If you're new or have questions about children's programming, we're happy to help you find your way.

Contact: Rev. Joanna Cummings, Pastor with Children and Their Families

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