Thursday, February 23, 2012
Children's and Youth Ministry
 
 
        FaithWeaver Friends
 
FaithWeaver Friends is a mid-week after-school program offered by FUMC.  The emphasis of the program is helping pre-K and elementary children experience an incredible, personal friendship with Jesus.  Through the discovery centers (Projects with a Purpose, Music & Memory, Games, Surprise Station) and journaling, FaithWeaver Friends encourages kids to grow in their faith, outreach, and service to others.  FaithWeaver Friends meets each Wednesday afternoon from 3:30 - 5:30 p.m. in McDonough Hall.  School pick-up is available from Silsbee schools.  Contact Jennifer Suitt (385-5568) for additional information.
 
 
 
All Faiths Day School
 
A nondenominational day school for Children 2 1/2 to 5 years of age is housed in McDonough Hall.  Classes are from 8:30 to 2:30 Monday through Friday during the school year.  "Early bird" service (beginning at 7:15 a.m.) and "Extended care" service (until 6:00 p.m.) are also available.  "Mother's Day Out" for 2 and 3 year olds is offered on Fridays from 8:30 to 2:30.  For more information and pricing contact the Director of All Faiths Day School, Traci Turner at 385-2741.  You may also find us at http://allfaithsdayschool.kids.homepagenow.com/homepage.shtml
 
 
Summer Camp 
 
A five-day Christian camp for children entering the 4th grade and above.  The camp is held during either June or July at the Lakeview Methodist Conference Center.
 
 
Vacation Bible School 
 
A week long Vacation Bible School is held each summer in June or July.  Please continue to check website for periodic updates on time and theme.
 
           Safe Sanctuary
The Texas Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church has mandated that every church in the Conference must have a Safe Sanctuary policy, which meets minimum standards set by the Conference.  Through this program ALL PERSONS WHO WILL WORK WITH CHILDREN OR YOUTH in our church must receive special training aimed at protecting both the children and youth they will serve. They also must undergo a criminal background check through a professional company designated by the Annual Conference for such checks. While all this does occassionally create a hardship for the church in recruiting and maintaining a list of accepted adult leaders, it is testimony to our dedication to the creation of a safe and welcoming environment for the children in our care.  Please contact the church office at 385-5568 for more details or a copy of the complete policy.