KIDS

Welcome to kids' ministry! Whoever you are and wherever you’re from, we’re glad you’re here. Our goal is to help our children become true disciples of Jesus Christ by building relationships with them, being examples for them, and teaching them God’s Word.

To stay in the loop about what we’re teaching as well as upcoming events, follow along on Facebook and sign up for our weekly parent emails by calling the church office or emailing Betsy Spencer, Director of Family Ministries.

Share your kid's activity schedule with us so we can come and cheer them on! Click here to visit the sign-up form.

upcoming events

PJs & Pancakes

Sunday, March 8 | 9:45 am | Hagler Hall

On March 8th, we will kick off Spring Forward with a pancake breakfast during Sunday School. Kids wear your PJs and come hungry for a sweet morning of fun in Hagler Hall!

Scout Sunday

Sunday, March 8 | 8:45 & 11:00 am

We believe one of the ways we help tell God's Big Story of love is through community organizations such as scouting. This Sunday, help us celebrate all of the scouts in our church family! All scouts are invited to join us for worship wearing their uniforms to be recognized for their service in our community and beyond.

Palm Sunday Parade

Sunday, March 29 | 8:45 & 11:00 am

All are invited to join us for a Palm Parade in both worship services on Sunday, April 29. As we begin Holy Week celebrations, meet Ms. Betsy and Ms. Lauren outside of the Great Hall by 8:30 am or in the PreK hallway to the Sanctuary by 10:45 am to participate in the Palm Parade!

Journey to Jerusalem

Sunday, March 29 | 10:00 am during the Sunday School hour

Journey to Jerusalem is a churchwide Lent event designed for members and their families to experience the story of Jesus’ death and resurrection together. Participants will travel from classroom to classroom, where each door represents a different part of the Easter story. Each room will help bring the story to life.

Easter Egg Hunt & Family Picnic

Saturday, April 4 | 11:00 am - 1:00 pm | West Parking Lot

All are invited to join us for our annual Community Easter Egg Hunt & Family Picnic on Saturday, April 4th. Children from babies to 6th grade are invited to participate in the Egg Hunt. Check in begins at 11 am in our West Parking Lot, and the first Egg Hunt will start at 11:30 am. Enjoy fun family Easter activities before and after the hunt including a picnic lunch of hot dogs and chips. Bring your basket and invite a friend - we are excited to celebrate Easter with you! Click here to donate to the Easter Egg Hunt fund.

Sundays

All families will check in on the kiosks located in our Main Floor check-in Area. Just follow the dots, and a friendly face will be there to greet you, get you all checked in, and help you locate the right classroom for your children.

Infants & Toddlers

6 weeks old through walking

8:00 am-12:00 pm | Nursery Hall - Room 101

Pre - K

2-5 years old. Ages are as of September 1

9:00 am | Room 101 & 104
9:45 am | Rooms 101 & 104 & 106
11:00 am | Room 104

Children's Sunday School

Age: Kindergarten-Fifth Grade

9:45-10:45 am | Second Floor

Children's Sunday School meets every Sunday upstairs in the Children's hallway. After signing in and receiving your child's nametag at the downstairs kiosks, drop off your K-5th grader beginning at 9:45 am and pick up at 10:45 am.

In Kid's Sunday School, we learn about our faith through games, Makerspace, and music/art classes.

We explore foundational elements of worship, such as the liturgical seasons, and develop a working understanding of the structure of our Bibles so that we can use them to learn more about God this year!

For more information on Kids' Sunday School, please contact Betsy Spencer.

Confirmation Class

Age: Sixth Grade

Starts September 21 | 5:00 - 7:00 pm Sunday Evenings | Rooms 220 & 222

The Confirmation experience at FUMC is a year-long class on Sunday evenings.

We begin with hangout time and dinner in the Confirmation Cafe, and then move to our classroom.

Throughout the year, students explore various topics, including church history, United Methodist beliefs, and what they believe.

Our 6th graders also enjoy fellowship opportunities, mission projects, and retreats.

The Confirmation year concludes with a worship service and banquet in May, where students are invited to confirm their faith, join the church, and celebrate!

Please contact Betsy Spencer for more information about Confirmation or if you have a 6th grader interested in Confirmation..

Children's Choir

Age: Kindergarten - Sixth Grade

Fall Schedule: Sunday, August 17-September 21 | 4:00 - 5:00 pm | Room 217

We incorporate all styles of sacred music, from contemporary to traditional, through singing and instrumental playing.

It is our goal that children begin to learn the joy of worship through music.

Our children’s choirs rehearse for around six weeks at a time before taking a break. They'll be performing in the First UMC Arlington Music Showcase on Sunday, September 28, at 4 pm in the Sanctuary.

Shining Stars Special Needs Class

Age: 3 - 12

11:00 am - 12:00 pm | Room 108

This is a safe and fun class for children with special needs to attend on Sunday mornings to learn about and experience the Love of God. Other family members can attend worship during this time.

Parents must notify us each week that their child will be attending so that we can match up volunteers to the child’s needs

Please contact Betsy Spencer no later than the Thursday before the Sunday you wish your child to attend.

Learn more about our Special Needs ministries here.

Ministry Safe

Over a decade ago, FUMC of Arlington decided it was of utmost importance to protect children, youth, and special needs individuals from potential harm and provide a loving environment for them.

Additionally, to help us fulfill this obligation, a resolution was passed at the General Conference in 1996 requiring all conferences to adopt policies to safeguard children and youth. The General Board of Discipleship was charged with developing written resources for these policies, which became known as Safe Sanctuaries.

Our MinistrySafe policy, background checks, and MinistrySafe training attempt to do just that for our ministries that work with children, youth, and vulnerable adults.

To volunteer with children's, youth, and special needs ministries, you must:

Have been an active participant at FUMC of Arlington for a minimum of six months
Fill out a volunteer application
Pass a background check
Read and sign our MinistrySafe policy
Complete the provided MinistrySafe training

Required forms to volunteer with the previously stated ministries

Volunteer application
Background check - please get in touch with Karla Anzaldua to order your background check.
MinistrySafe policy acknowledgment

Every two years, a MinistrySafe training link is emailed to volunteers wishing to continue volunteering.

Please contact Betsy Spencer or our office at 817.274.2571 for more information or if you have any questions.

Volunteer

If you are interested in volunteering, please submit the form below.

Volunteer Application