Frequenty Asked Questions

 

Q: When is nursery care available? 

Sundays:  From 7:45 am till 12:15 pm on Sunday Morning

Wednesdays:  6:15 pm -7:30 pm

Special Events:  Per request available for other events at FUMC

Q: Is there an age limit in the nursery?

Nursery care is for birth – 2 year olds. 

Q: What type of training do the nursery care providers have?

Our nursery providers are caring Christian individuals who have been certified in First aid and CPR.

Q: Is it ok to bring my child to church?

Absolutely!!!  Jesus said, "Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these." (Matthew 19:14)

We welcome all of our children in church.  If you however would prefer nursery care is available for birth – 2 year olds.

Q: What is available on Sunday mornings for my child?

We have Sunday school from 9:45-10:45 am on Sunday mornings.  Click HERE for locations of the classes.

Q: What is rotational Sunday School?

We offer rotational Sunday School for our elementary age classes.  Rotational Sunday school focuses on one Bible message for 3-5 weeks.  During this time the children experience this teaching through various forms:  art, science, video, drama, storytelling, computer, cooking, games.  This method allows them to learn and retain this important Biblical foundation in a way that is best suited to them.

Q: If my child is in AK or was in AK which class should they be in?

If your child is in AK they can join the Kindergarten class in room 205.  Once your child enters Kindergarten they will either need to spend one more year in the Kindergarten class or join us upstairs in Journeyland (our rotational Elementary program) and stay with the 1st grade class for two years. 

Q: What is JAM Session?

JAM (Jesus and Me) Session is a fellowship program for our 4th & 5th graders.  We meet once a month  on Sunday evenings from 5:30 – 7:00 during the school year to develop bonds of fellowship – we play games, eat a fun, kid friendly meal and periodically participate in a service project.

Q: Why are there different programs on Wednesday nights for the elementary age children?

We are trying to fit the needs of our elementary schoolers.  Bible Blitz is a fun, interactive study teaching Biblical foundations to our kids.  Spiritual Champions offers a step up for those who are already ready for a discipleship program.

Q: Who can I go to if I have concerns about my child or the programs at FUMC?

Please contact Val Lawrence our Director of Christian Education and Discipleship for children.  If you do not feel comfortable for any reason in speaking to Val you can contact Pastor Melisa Bracht-Wagner.

 

 

First United Methodist Church
1298 Seventh Avenue
Marion, Iowa 52302
(319) 377-4856

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