During Contemporary and Traditional worship hours, preschoolers follow the worship service scripture lessons in an age-based worship readiness class including music, story time, and crafts.

Spark Sunday School is for children ages 3 years-young 5’s and focuses on one priority: Love God using the First Look curriculum.

Plugged In is Elementary Sunday School that focuses on plugging kids into the power of God using the 252 Basics curriculum. Children participate in age-level small groups for half the hour then join a larger group setting for active, energized worship and story time. Our goal is for every child who participates in Plugged In to grow up knowing 3 basic truths: Wisdom: I need to make the wise choice, Faith: I can trust God no matter what and Friendship: I should treat others the way I want to be treated.

Children in Kindergarten through second grade who attend the 11:05 a.m. service are invited to participate in Foundations and Traditions, a worship readiness class led by the children’s ministry staff. After the children’s sermon (second-fifth Sundays) the children leave the Sanctuary with a staff member to go to the Library. Parents will pick up children in the Library after worship. On the first Sunday of the month, children stay in the Sanctuary to participate in Holy Communion. No registration is necessary.

This beginning choir uses tone chimes, which are similar to hand bells, and is for third through fifth graders. Music experience is helpful but not required. We perform for various services throughout the year. Performances vary.

Carol Choir is for 1st and 2nd graders. It builds on musical knowledge learned in Cherub Choir and encourages young singers through fun with music and participation in worship. Special events include musicals, concerts and the family Christmas Eve service. Performances vary.

The Cherub Choirs include Cherub Girls and Cherub Boys, with participants in preschool and kindergarten. Children are introduced to singing, playing rhythm instruments, moving and creating music to share in worship. Children must be 4 years old by September 1 to join. Performances vary.

This choir for 3-year-olds is an introduction to singing, moving, creating and playing with emphasis on the preparation to participate in worship. Li’l Lambs is limited to 20 children, with new members joining in January and August each year. Singers must be 3 by August 31. Performances vary.

3rd grade is an exciting year at DUMC! All 3rd graders will receive a special Bible presented to them by the church and are invited to participate in our 3rd Grade Bible Club. This program offers the chance to learn more about the greatest book they will ever read through fun activities, games and fellowship! Registration takes place in the summer prior to 3rd grade year.

Trailblazers is a quarterly event for children in 4th and 5th grade. Fun, food, and fellowship are always a part of this afternoon gathering that serves as a stepping stone towards our youth program. Check the calendar for specific dates and registration information.