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Train
up a child in the way he should go,
and when he is old he will not depart from
it.
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Children's Ministry Team at Arlington
Heights United Methodist Church
strives to fulfill its stated purpose of
building young disciples through service,
spiritual growth and celebration of God's
love in a caring community.
Believing that "the Kingdom belongs
to them", the
Children's Ministry Team is building these
young disciples by providing year-round
faith-based programming for children.
The
Children's Ministry Team meetings
are open to any interested
persons. They are generally
scheduled on the fourth Sunday
afternoon of the month; check the calendar
to be sure!
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Sunday Schedule |
| Pre-School Classes |
Lambs
(turning 2
before Sep
1)
Room 153, East |
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Doves
(turning 3 before Sep 1)
Room 158, East |
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Rainbows
(turning 4
before Sep 1)
Room 157, East |
| Elementary Classes |
Kindergarten
Room 207, West |
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Elementary I
(1st
grade)
Room 214, West |
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Elementary II
(2nd
grade)
Room 211 West |
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Elementary
III
(3rd grade)
Room 213 West |
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Elementary III
(4th
& 5th grades)
Room 212, West |
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Confirmation |
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In the fall, all new 6th graders are invited to participate in a series of classes and retreats in which the basics of the Christian faith are explored in an atmosphere that encourages personal
decision making and a commitment to Christ. This class
meets in room #354 in the East Education Building. |
| Confirmation
Support Parents - Rachel
Rosas, Liz Cottengame |
| Special Events
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| During the year, the Children's Ministries at AHUMC provide opportunities for celebration, learning, and spiritual growth. These include an Easter Event, Advent Camp, Promotion Sunday, Celebration Sunday, Summer Reading Club,
Summer Camp, Third Grade Bible Sunday and more! |
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| Vacation Bible School |
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Each summer, AHUMC comes alive as children participate in a week of exciting programs during Vacation Bible School. Children ages 3 through 4th grade will enjoy spiritual growth, community belonging and the experience of biblical story. |
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| Acolytes |
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Acolytes
are important people in the
worship service, being the first
to enter the sanctuary and bring
forward the lit flame to light the
candles on the altar. We
light the candles to remind us
that Jesus is the light of the
world, and that this light still
shines on our world today.
The candles remain lit until the
end of the worship service. Just
as the Acolytes begin the service,
they are the first to leave as
well. They carry the lit
flame, reminding all of us that
Jesus tells us to go into the
world and proclaim the Good News!
Gwen
Patteson coordinates our 4th
and 5th grade Acolytes.
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Music
for Children
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At
Arlington Heights United Methodist Church,
we
have three Children's Choirs for boys and girls in 4
years of age through 5th grade. These choirs sing and ring in Worship Services
several times throughout the year.
There is also a Children's
Choirs Activity Day at the beginning of the school year for
registration and to have a fun music day.
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| Junior
Handbell Choir |
Sunday
4:15-5:00 p.m. Sanctuary |
| Junior
Choir |
Sunday
5:00-7:00 p.m. Choir Room |
| Children's
Choir |
Wednesday
6:15-7:15 p.m. Rm #208 |
| PreSchool
Music Class |
Wednesday
6:15-7:15 p.m. Rm #60 |
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