Children’s Programs & Events

Children and youth are an important part of Epworth UMC! We welcome all children and youth to participate in worship, communion, programs, and events. Church membership is not required to participate!

Sunday School · Sundays (September – May): 10:40am – 11:30am

ALL ARE WELCOME! Following worship, we have Sunday School available for children ages 3 – 12th grade. Children meet in the large classroom (next to the Fellowship Hall).
 

Bible Buddies · 2nd Sunday of each Month (September – April)

FREE! For children ages 4 through 6th grade, Bible Buddies is a FREE program that offers music, a Bible story, crafts, games, a snack, and fun! It is located in the Epworth Fellowship Hall, adjoining classrooms, and outdoors. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes for active play and messy crafts!

*Contact Linda Lockwood or Marie Senften-Deitz (msenften1@yahoo.com) for more information. 

Day Camp · Saturday, February 21st: 10:00am – 2:00pm

FREE! For children ages 4 through 6th grade, the Kid’s Camp-in is a daytime event where kids participate in a mission project, crafts, games, Bible lessons, and fellowship. Free lunch and snacks are also served.

*Registration is required in advance or on the day of the event; a parent/guardian must complete the form. Registration forms are available in the church office. Contact Linda Lockwood or Marie Senften-Deitz (msenften1@yahoo.com) for additional information and details. 

Vacation Bible School · Sunday, July 12th – Thursday, July 16th: 6:15pm – 8:30pm

FREE! For children Ages 4 through Grade 6, Vacation Bible School is a 5-day event filled with music, Bible stories, crafts, games, science, mission projects, snacks, friends, fun, and fellowship! On Thursday evening @7:00pm, the kids will present a program to show their loved ones what they have learned during the week!

2026 Theme: “Ants & Bugs & Worms – and God?”

Youth: Please consider volunteering during the week. We would love to have you join us!

*Registration is preferred in advance, but we welcome all who come! A parent/guardian must complete the form. Registration forms are available in the church office. Contact Linda Lockwood or Marie Senften-Deitz (msenften1@yahoo.com) for additional information and details.