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at
Hopewell
United Methodist
Church
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Hopewell United Methodist Church welcomes and encourages children to come to worship. It is by watching worshiping adults that children learn to worship. Children’s Choirs, Children’s Sermons, and Children’s bulletins are all ways in which we say to the child, "Welcome, we’re glad you are here!"
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Nurseries are available at most services. Paid Nursery attendants in addition to volunteers provide love and care for these children. Parents are asked to sign in their children when they are dropped off and mark all belongings.
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8:00 am — No nursery provided.
9:30 am — A nursery is provided for all children younger than 2 years in Room J. Children who turn 2 years old by Oct. 1 go to Room M. All other children go to Sunday School Class listed in the hallway.
10:45 am — Infants through 2 years go to Room M. All other children go to Sunday School Class listed in the hallway.
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9:30 am - Sunday School is offered for all ages. Each age or grade has their own class. Look for room assignments in the Narthex.
10:45 am - Blended classes are available for children as follows:
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3 & 4 year olds,
Kindergarten to
2nd grade, and
3rd to 6th grade.
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Sundays from 7 to 8 PM
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Look for room assignments in the Narthex.
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Grades 4-6 meet on Sunday evenings for fun and Christian fellowship. These children will have a great time as leaders engage them in topical discussions, games and a snack. Special events are planned like an annual swim/pizza party and a trip to a hockey game. Grades 4 & 5 meet together while grade 6 meets individually.
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Children's choirs are a chance for children to praise God in song. Three age levels are available. All choirs meet on Sundays nights at 6:00 pm.
Cherub Choir for ages 3 to Kindergarten,
Good News Choir for Grade 1 to 3,
and God's Children Choir for Grade 4 to 6. |
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Sundays from 7 to 8 PM
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Grades 1-3 meet on Sunday evenings for fun and Christian fellowship. These children will have a great time as leaders engage them in topical discussions, games and a snack. |
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2nd & 3rd Grade Retreat: An overnight retreat that takes place at the church. A Bible theme is chosen to teach children bible principles that relate to their lives.
5th & 6th Grade Boys Retreat: An overnight retreat that takes place at the church. 'Tween enjoy age appropriate activities and fellowship during this "sleep" over.
5th & 6th Grade Girls Retreat: Recognizing that these "transition years" for girls can be tender and tough at the same time, the goal of this retreat is to give young girls a place to share their faith and feelings with loving Christian leaders who care about them.
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For a week in the summer, children and youth of all ages come together to learn about Jesus and make new friends. A new theme and curriculum is chosen every year and caring teachers and helpers do a terrific job in helping children leave the week of VBS saying one thing,
"I can’t wait until VBS next year!"
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In early spring, children ages 2-5th grade and their parents came out for an Easter Extravaganza! In the Family Life Center, children walked around and visited different "booths" which were designed to help children experience the Easter story. The morning started with a short age-appropriate worship service for children using songs, puppets and drama.
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 After receiving a bible in church, 3rd graders enter into a seven week bible skills class during the 9:30 Sunday School hour. Children are taught how to use and understand the Word of God called the Bible.
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| Music & Drama Camp
For 4th-6th graders, a Christian musical is chosen to rehearse and perform in the evening during one week in August.
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Every summer approximately 70 Hopewell kids attend a week at Camp Innabah. Full scholarships are available. Children come away from their experience at camp excited because of the great time they had, but also "changed" as they experience growth in their faith development. Brochures are available in late winter with further information and registration materials.
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Hopewell’s purpose in Children’s Ministries is to team with families in helping children grow in the
love of God through Jesus Christ.
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Director of Children's Ministries
Patty Wiehler
Children’s Coordinator:
Erica Griste
VBS Coordinators:
Kim Atchison, Lori Grim & Diane Krusen
Easter Festival Chairperson:
Amanda Brooks
Other Members of
Children’s Council:
Paige Stapleton, Joan Figurelli, Holly Bright, Jennifer Bias,
Terri Blackburn, Sandy Brocious, Rebecca Gamble, Brenda Hummler, Carol Rees, Shauna Ridge, Julie Straub, Judy Platt, Cynthia West, Marianne Wiener, and Marsha Hodge.
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