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Home » Learn & Grow » Children’s Services » Children’s Ministries

Children’s Ministries

“I tell you the truth, anyone who will not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it.” — Mark 10:15

Our mission is to partner with families to build a strong spiritual foundation in children by teaching God’s Word, encouraging meaningful relationships, and fostering a love for Christ through interactive and age-appropriate experiences.


Our Vision

  • To create an environment where every child feels safe and loved
  • To teach the Bible in relevant, age-appropriate, and fun ways
  • To build meaningful relationships where each child is known and loved
  • To build and nurture a community of adult leaders who are committed to their own faith and passionate about shepherding the next generation of disciples

Registration for programming

We have programming for children on Sundays mornings and Wednesday evenings, along with various special events throughout the year. 

Sunday mornings we have Kingdom Kids during both worship services as well as Children’s Sunday School at 10AM.

Wednesday evening programming is called GLOW: God’s Light on Wednesdays, and it begins in the sanctuary at 6:30pm following the fellowship meal.

We also offer nursery care for infants and toddlers during all services. 

If you have a child that will be participating in nursery care, Kingdom Kids, Sunday School, or GLOW, please use the following form to register them for programming. It is important for us to have up to date contact information and allergies/special concerns in case of emergencies during services. 
Program Registration

 


Nursery Care 

Contact Dawn Summerlin at dawn@horneumc.net for more information.

  • Nursery childcare is provided for infants (at least 6 weeks) and toddlers from 8:30am – 12:15pm on Sunday mornings. Our mission is to provide a safe, loving environment for children while parents participate in one of our worship services and/or Sunday School.
  • Room B5 – Infant/Crawler Room is for children 6 weeks through those just beginning to walk.
  • Room B4 – Toddler Room is for children who have started walking steadily, through age 3.
  • Please bring all necessary supplies for your child (clearly labeled) and communicate any instructions or anticipated needs to the childcare staff.

We’re Hiring…Nursery Attendants Needed!!

Love Children?  We have the place for you!  Nowhere else can you serve in the church and be rewarded with unlimited hugs, passing time in a rocking chair, and all-you-can-eat pretend food served to you by the church’s cutest members.  If that sounds like an amusing and fulfilling way to spend your Sunday mornings, please reach out to Dawn Summerlin at dawn@horneumc.net and we will even let you share the animal crackers!
 

Children’s Sunday School 10:00 – 10:55 – Each Sunday all year.

Contact Jessica Andolsen, jessica@horneumc.net for more information.

We focus on a strong faith foundation in a fun environment through scripture lessons, interactive activities, and crafts.

Sunday School is available for children 3 years old through 5th grade are invited to join a Sunday School class each Sunday from 10:00-10:55. We gather in the basement by the inside tunnel entrance at 9:55am. They will be picked up at 10:55 from the  classrooms B9 (preschool), B7 (K-2nd), B6 (3rd-5th). During the summer months, we combine into a single room Sunday School class

Sunday School Teachers

 


Kingdom Kids (Children’s Church) after Children’s Time at the 9am service and 11am service.

Join us after Children’s Time in both 9am and 11am worship services! Leaders will be available to take you down to Kingdom Kids (3 years-5th grade) or to the nursery under 3 years of age. We have exciting new curriculum for our Kingdom Kids – join us! Contact Dawn for more information Dawn Summerlin

 


GLOW (God’s Light on Wednesday)

Join us Wednesday nights (3 years – 5th grade) as we grow in God’s love through fellowship, music, crafts & lessons! Join us beginning Wednesday, September 16 in the Sanctuary (6:30pm-7:30pm). Contact jessica@horneumc.net for more information.

Join our Children’s Facebook Group here!

 


 

Children’s Message at 9am Traditional Service and 11am Contemporary Service

Do you feel called to teach children in a short (5 minutes) lesson? We would love to have you lead a Children’s Message during our workship services! Contact Jessica Andolsen at jessica@horneumc.net for more information.

During the Traditional Worship Service on Sundays at 9:00am and Contemporary Worship Service at 11:00am, there is a designated Children’s Time. After the short message, children under 3 years old are invited to go downstairs to the nursery and toddler rooms for the remainder of the service. A Nursery Care staff member will accompany the children to the nursery.  


VBS

Click here for more information on VBS 2027!


Children’s Ministry Shepherds

GLOW: Lead an age-level group of kids (age 3 years – 5th grade) on Wednesday nights. Each grade-level has a pre-selected curriculum. All lesson plans and materials will be provided. Small amount of prep-work is involved i.e. previewing the lesson plan each week.

Sunday School: Lead one of our three children’s Sunday School classes on Sunday mornings from 10-10:55 AM. Each age grouping has a preselected lesson for each week. All lesson plans and materials will be provided. Volunteers will receive lessons the week before they are scheduled to lead.

Nursery: Care for children 3 years and younger during times when activities taking place at the church require child-care. 

**All volunteers will need to pass a background check and complete an online Safe Sanctuaries course.

Please email jessica@horneumc.net if you are interested in learning more about being a Children’s Ministries volunteer.

 


Stay Connected!

Join our private Facebook group to keep up to date with events and how you can help! You must answer the membership questions to join the group.

 

 

 

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Horne Memorial UMC

Mailing address:
PO Box 475
Clayton, NC 27528

(Church Office Hours:
Mon – Fri, 8:30am – 12:00pm)

(919) 553-6464
info@horneumc.net
Physical Address:
121 E. Second Street
Clayton, NC 27520

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Horne Memorial United Methodist Church
121 E. 2nd Street
Clayton, NC   27520

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