Children's Ministry
   

Children's Easter Breakfast & Egg Hunt
 A Children's Easter Breakfast & Egg Hunt will be held at OUMC on Saturday, April 3rd at 8:00 a.m.  Breakfast will be served from 8:00 to 9:00 am followed by an Easter Egg Hunt at 9:15 a.m.  All children newborn through 6th grade and their families are invited to come and enjoy a ful-filled morning with food, prizes and excitement!  All families with children up to 6th grade are welcome to attend, so please invite your friends, family and neighbors - the more the merrier!  Tickets are required so call the church office for your free tickets at (814) 269-3678 or contact Joy by email at oaklandkids@atlanticbb.net

S.O.F.A. (Serving Our Father Artistically / Athletically"
 S. O. F. A. stands for "Serving Our Father Artistically and Serving Our Father Athletically".  We will begin this new Wednesday night children's ministry focusing on music, dancing, sports, and service this fall.  Our purpose is to teach the children in a way that honors God and to develop God-given talents that can be used to serve Him.  This ministry will be open to children ages 4 years old through 6th grade and will meet every Wednesday night from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.  We will kick off this new ministry on Wednesday, September 9th at 6:30 pm with a fun night in the Fellowship Hall.  All practices for Children's Sabbath, Christmas, Easter, and other services that the children share in will be held during this time. For additional information, please contact the church office at  269-3678 or email oumc@atlanticbb.net. 

Children's Sabbath
 Every year in October, the children and youth take charge of the service.  Worship will be lead by the youth band and special music will be shared by the children's choir.  The Little Praise Dancers will also share in the worship service.  Watch the bulletin and website for more details. For additional information, please contact the church office at  269-3678 or email oumc@atlanticbb.net.


Children's Ministry
Hello and welcome from the Children’s Ministry Team at Oakland United Methodist Church!  Oakland offers a wide variety of on-going activities for children.  Even if you worship at another church on Sundays, please feel free to join us for JAM, Vacation Bible School and other activities as your schedule allows. OUMC strives to nurture the faith of children and to provide activities and experiences for them that will expand their faith. The Ministry also works towards helping them to build relationships and make "church" a fun and exciting experience. For additional information, please contact the church office at  269-3678 or email oumc@atlanticbb.net.
 

Sunday School

Sunday School is held from 10:00 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. We encourage children to grow in their Christian walk through Bible truths.  For additional information, please contact the church office at  269-3678 or email oumc@atlanticbb.net.

Classes
Baby Beginnings (Age 2 & Under)
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
Grade 1
Grade 2
Grade 3
Grade 4
Grade 5

Children's Church
 Children’s Church is held during the 8:30 & 11:00 Worship Services. Bible stories come alive through Godly Play! Children, ages 4 through 2nd grade, are dismissed from church to worship and learn God’s word. For additional information, please contact the church office at  269-3678 or email oumc@atlanticbb.net.

JAM

All children ages 4 years through 5th grade are invited to JAM (Jesus And Me) and Children's Choir, held every Wednesday from 6:30pm - 7:25pm.  JAM will be held on the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Wednesdays, and Children's Choir will be held on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month. For additional information, please contact the church office at  269-3678 or email oumc@atlanticbb.net.


Godly Play
 OUMC participates in the Godly Play Program for children ages 4 through 3rd grade.  On Sunday mornings at the 8:30 & 11:00 am services, children leave the Sanctuary following the Children's Sermon and travel to the Godly Play room, where they are greeted by a Team Member who helps the children "Get Ready" to enter the worship center.  Godly Play uses a style of storytelling that allows the children to encounter God & experience God and to respond to the stories of God. For additional information, please contact the church office at  269-3678 or email oumc@atlanticbb.net.



Vacation Bible School
 Each summer, OUMC hosts a Vacation Bible School, a week long experience, for Children ages 3 through 6th grade.    A central theme is chosen that allows children to experience Jesus and his teachings in a creative, active way.  Vacation Bible School is not just for members of OUMC, but available to everyone who has children who wish to attend.  This is a great way where children can learn about the gospel in a fun-filled  week of activities. For more information on VBS, please contact the church office at 269-3678 or email oumc@atlanticbb.net.        

 
Kid's Camp
 During the summer, the Kids Camp Ministry Team sponsor a trip to Jumonville.  The week-long experience for children includes hiking, swimming, games and crafts, and teaching sessions.  The purpose of the Kids Camp week is to help nurture children in their faith and lead them towards a deeper relationship with Christ as well as building stronger relationships with adults and children from the church body. For additional information, please contact the church office at  269-3678 or email oumc@atlanticbb.net.



Child Care
 OUMC offers the Child Care Ministry to provide a safe, happy environment for infants and toddlers so that parents are able to worship without worry.  Care of the youngest at OUMC is available in a "nursery" like setting and staffed by Child Care workers who have Act 33 and Childline Child Abuse clearances on file.  A sign-in system is also used for the safety of the children.  Currently, a pager system is used that allows the parent to be notified if their child needs them. For additional information, please contact the church office at  269-3678 or email oumc@atlanticbb.net.


Baby Beginnings
 For those 2 years of age and under, a new Sunday School Class is being offered.  The class will meet in the infant nursery from 10:00 - 10:45 am.  The curriculum that will be used is titled "Baby Beginnings" from Gospel Light which will nurture your little ones physically, emotionally and spiritually through music, stories and play.  This is a unique way to introduce babies and toddlers to Jesus!  The class will be taught by Becky & Ken Ressler.  If you have any questions, please feel free to contact them about the program at 467-6917 or email oumc@atlanticbb.net.


 
Children's Sermon
 Each Sunday, a special Children's Sermon is presented at the 8:30 & 11:00 am services.  This sermon is geared for the youngest of ages and often includes visual presentations or inter-action by the children.  Following the Children's Sermon, the children are invited to attend Children's Church where they can learn and experience worship in a way that children can understand. For additional information, please contact the church office at  269-3678 or email oumc@atlanticbb.net.

 

CHILDREN'S
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Little Praise
 Dancers
Little Praise Dancers
 The Little Praise Dancers perform on special occasions under the direction of Donna Cartwright.  They dance in costume and have a great time moving around to the music chosen.  If you have children who love to dance and would enjoy being a part of the "Little Praise Dancers",  please contact the church office at 269-3678 or email oumc@atlanticbb.net..

Children's Choir
 The Children's Choir sings several times during the year and on special occasions such as Christmas & Easter.  Their music is well received by the congregation and often draw applause for their efforts.  If you have children who may be interested in singing in the Children's Choir, please contact the church office at 269-3678 or email oumc@atlanticbb.net..

BLOCK  PARTY

 
Block Party
 The Annual Block Party is a fun time for children of all ages and a great community outreach event.  In addition to entertainment and ministry especially geared towards children, there are bounce tents, pony rides and more. For additional information, please contact the church office at  269-3678 or email oumc@atlanticbb.net.

Children's Advent Party
 The Annual Children's Advent Party is held on a Saturday in December where the children will make cards for Shut-ins, have lunch, make crafts, have lots of fun with their friends and listen to a story from Pastor Randy.  This is a great opportunity for your children to invite their friends!  For additional information, please contact Donna Cartwright or email oumc@atlanticbb.net.

Bedtime Story Hour
 Bedtime Story Hour is held several times a year and is a fun time for children 2 years old through 2nd Grade.  Children are invited to come dressed in their pajamas and then they listen to several stories read by some of the older children and adults from OUMC.  There is also food or snacks and sometimes, other activities such as crafts.  It's a fun time for the children as well as those who help out in this ministry.  For additional information, please contact the church office at  269-3678 or email oumc@atlanticbb.net.

Easter Egg Hunt & Breakfast
 The Children's Easter Egg Hunt and Breakfast is a fun time at OUMC where children and their friends can join the hunt to find hidden Easter Eggs as well as a delicious breakfast.  The event is held on the Saturday before Easter.  For additional information, please contact the church office at  269-3678 or email oumc@atlanticbb.net.



Joy Baker
Director of Childrens' Ministries
 
   
 

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