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ABOUT | CHILDREN & FAMILIES

children and families ministry

Grow together in faith

Welcome to Manchester UMC Children’s and Family Ministries. At Manchester UMC, we offer many ways for children to grow in faith and knowledge of God, and for families to grow together in faith. Our children and families are ALWAYS welcome, safe, and loved by our staff volunteers, and of course by God. We hope you will join us as we continue to educate these wonderful ever-growing minds on their faith journeys.

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Childcare

Childcare

At times during the week, there is a need for childcare so that parents can participate in classes and/or small groups. Childcare is available for children ages 6 weeks - 5th grade.

Children's Choirs

K-5th graders are invited to make music together each Wednesday from 4:45-5:45pm. They also sing in worship monthly from September - May.

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Family Events

There are special events throughout the year geared toward children and families. Check back for information on Family Lenten and Easter events.

Safe Gatherings

In order to provide a safe place for all children and youth to grow in faith, all persons working with children and youth must be Safe Gathering Certified at Manchester UMC.

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Serve with the Children & Families Ministry

Together we can have an important impact on kids by helping on Sunday mornings. Children are a vital part of the church, so let’s help them grow in their faith and preparing them for their next step in ministry. If you are interested in volunteering for Sunday School, PRAYground or the Nursery, please contact Rev. Brenda Stobbe. 

In order to provide a safe place for all children and youth to grow in faith, all persons working with children and youth must be Safe Gatherings Certified at Manchester UMC. 

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To receive emails about upcoming Children's Ministry events and activities, follow the instructions on the screen labeled "STAY IN THE KNOW!" and check the box "Children's Ministry".

 

Click here to connect through the Children & Family Ministry Facebook Group.

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Let There Be a Big Bang

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Pastor's Note

The God Particle

September 19, 2023 “All religions, arts and sciences are branches of the same tree. All these aspirations are directed toward ennobling man’s life, lifting it from the sphere of mere physical existence and leading the individual towards freedom.” – Albert Einstein Our worship series, “She Blinded Me With Science,” is

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Pastor's Note

Let There Be A Big Bang

September 12, 2023 Albert Einstein said, “Science without religion is lame; religion without science is blind.”  Scientific ideas and theological concepts are often woven together in beautiful ways. Not only are science and theology compatible, often they are complimentary. Some of the most cutting edge science has profound theological implications. And

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