Arborlawn Children’s Ministry
It is our goal that each child knows and experiences God through the loving message of Jesus and the stories from the Bible. Providing a safe and nurturing environment for all of our children, from infants to 5th grade, is of utmost importance.
The ultimate goal is for all of our children to know that they are children of God.
Sunday Morning Opportunities
Children's Church
Children's Church meets every Sunday with the exception of Communion Sunday and some major holidays. The children Kindergarten through 2nd grade meet in Room 121 after the Children's Sermon in the 11:00 and 11:11 services. During this time we read Bible stories, do crafts, play Bible games, cook, and much more. It is a time to enrich your child's knowledge of the Bible. We hope you will join us each week.
Acolytes
Acolytes are children in 3rd through 6th grade. They are trained twice a year ( August and January ). Acolytes are worship leaders in our 11:00 service. They carry the cross, offering plates, and pass out the offering plates to the ushers during offering time. They sit on the front pew with the Acolyte parent. You can sign up today for spots September through December. If you did not attend the August training please contact Kim Cordell to be trained before you can participate.
Faith Walk Rotation
9:45 to 10:45
Our Workshop Rotation Sunday School is for children 1st through 5th grade. We meet each week downstairs in the large Gathering Area and sing songs related to our current topic. Then the children explore the lesson for the day in one of the rotation stations: HolyWord Theater, Circuit Riders computer lab, Joseph’s Workshop, Artisan’s Market, Wondrous Acts (drama), HisStory, or Discovery where they may do Bible Games or Cooking. If you have any questions please contact Kim Cordell.
TOPICS
Feb. 7 - 28, 2010
The Parable of the Sower
Mar. 7 - Apr. 4, 2010
Symbols of the Holy Week
Apr. 11 - May 9, 2010
David
Preschool Sunday School
9:45 to 10:45
Our preschool Sunday School consists of children 2 years through Kindergarten. Each Sunday the children meet downstairs in the small Gathering Area and play instruments and sing songs. After they are finished the 2's, 3's, 4's, and Kinders leave and go with their teachers to their own classroom. Each class is self contained with two teachers. We use the Hands On Bible Curriculum from Group. At 10:45 parents can come and pick their child up from class or for the 2's, 3's, and 4's they can stay downstairs in the nursery while parents attend the 11:00 or 11:11 services. Please contact Kim Cordell if you have any questions.
Nursery
Sunday Morning Nursery: 8:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. A nursery is a place where each child receives loving care and attention. Children from infants to toddlers are in age-appropriate rooms. Nursery rooms are located on the first floor of the main church building.
Preschool-Kindergarten
Preschool-5th Grade Sunday School: 9:45-10:40 a.m. Children are provided age-appropriate Biblically based Christian education and activities.
Elementary Age
Elementary students experience the stories of the Bible in the innovative “Faith Walk, A Journey Through the Kingdom,” our Rotation-model Sunday school.
Weekday Opportunities
Children’s Day Out 
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
“Children’s Day Out” is part of the nurturing ministries for children at Arborlawn United Methodist Church. This program, provides an opportunity for parents, grandparents, brothers, sisters, and/or guardians to enjoy time alone while their children are cared for in both a structured and a loving Christian environment. Our program is for ages six-weeks through pre-kindergarten. While participating in arts and crafts activities, circle time and games, children will learn the basic concepts needed to begin kindergarten while socially interacting with their peers. Nell Cantwell directs this program. 817.731.0701.
Mother’s Day Out
Wednesdays & Fridays, 9:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
"Mother's Day Out" provides an opportunity for children and their parents, grandparents, brothers, sisters, and/or guardians to enjoy time alone while their children are cared for in both a structured and a loving Christian environment. Call Dana Thompson at 817.731.0701
Parents’ Night Out
Held on odd-numbered Friday evenings, 6:00-10:00 p.m.
Parents’ Night Out is a ministry of Arborlawn for parents in our church and friends of the community. This is an opportunity for parents to have an evening out while the children spend quality time in a caring, Christian atmosphere. Children are supervised by experienced staff and teenage helpers. An on-sight director is present for each evening. While you are out, your children will enjoy: games, crafts, stories, snacks, movies, and outside play. You can call Nell Cantwell at 817-731-0701 x106 for reservations or more information.