Children
Our FIRST Kids children's ministry exists to bring a child into a:
"We will not hide them from their children; we will tell the next generation the praiseworthy deeds of the Lord, his power, and the wonders he has done." - Psalm 78:4
Sundays at First Church
Sunday School classes are offered at 9:30 and 11:00 a.m. for all children except 5th and 6th graders, who meet at the 11:00 hour. Children are to be picked up at 10:30 to attend the Fellowship Time in Fellowship Hall with their parents. Children in grades K-2 may attend classes at both hours, and different lessons are provided at the 2 sessions. Children 3rd grade and up will attend one Sunday school class and then attend Worship with their parents. For more info contact .
Special Needs Class at 9:00 AM has been faithfully led by Linda Akers. See about the opportunities for a special needs child.
FIRST PLACE early childhood ministries ministers to the little ones from infants on, as well as to their parents, providing loving and safe care for our children. is the director.
Pre-teens, grades 5-6
These "tween-agers" have their own special classes where the boys meet separately from the girls for the hour. In both a teaching and sharing setting, these young people explore the Bible and relate it to their own lives, learning what it means to walk with Jesus. Class meets at 11:00.
Wednesday Nights at First Church
FIRST Kids
Kindergarten - 4th Graders begin the evening at 6:45 p.m. in the FIRST Kids room. Games, Bible teaching, small group time and group worship fill their time. This has become the highlight of their week! coordinates this fun group.
FIRST KIDS Fine Arts offer age appropriate choral & drama opportunities under direction of Dana Van Steenbergen, This is part of our Wednesday Evening Program during the school year.
END ZONE/Pre-Teens
(Grades 5 and 6) This lively group calls itself "E.N.D. Zone" which stands for "Equipping New Disciples". E.N.D. Zone meets each Wednesday night and continues through the summer offering a time of fun and games as well as Bible study. The summer months include outings and socials so that this group of young people can make friends within their church family and be ready to move into the youth group upon entering 7th grade.
Paneh Praise for 4th –8th graders is a unique form of worship through movement and dance. Contact for more information.
AND THERE’S MORE!
Future Generations is a self defense class for ages 10 and up that develops discipline and respect, while at the same time, offers loving acceptance and accountability. Open to the community with the desire to bring all children to Christ. Scholarships are available on a needs base. Tuesday and Thursday 6:30-8:00 pm in the Children's Ministry Center. Contact Carolyn Giffen at for more information.
Camps - Our Elementary children participate in IMPACT Camp, involving area Conference churches. Our Christian Education Director serves as the Dean of the camp for 3rd – 6th graders. View pictures from 2009 IMPACT Camp here.
Confirmation Class is offered to 6th grade students, in a six week course & weekend retreat, introducing them to the foundations of the faith and encouraging a personal application. Contact Director of Education, for more information.
Boy Scouts- Several Scout troops offer the scouting experience to the young men in our community. We are proud to share that Boy Scout Troop 121 was chartered by First United Methodist Church Carrollton, over 50 years ago. Troop 121 has two Cub Scout Dens, #8 and Den #14. Contact for more information.
Vacation Bible School is offered for a week during the summer to the children in the community. VBS is held in the evenings to better facilitate working families in getting their children there. Each evening will have lots of fun in games and activities as well as crafts and Bible teaching. Evenings from 6:45 – 9:00 PM. Contact for details. View pictures from 2009 VBS here.
First Place Ministries is the Early Childhood Department that offers child care for church-wide functions throughout the week including all worship services on Sundays, as well as the Mom’s Day Out and Preschool. Our name, First P.L.A.C.E. is an acronym for First Program of Learning Activities in a Christian Environment, which is a brief description of the types of different programs offered through this ministry area.
It is our belief that learning begins with children at a very early age and that the people and experiences associated with them throughout their early years should be positive and productive, encouraging and uplifting.
Our programs offer an outlet for parents to involve their children in programs where they can be assured that they are nurtured, taught and cared for by teachers who love children and love the Lord.
First PLACE also offers a weekday Mom's Day Out and Preschool program for infants through PreK4s.
For more details, click here to view the First Place Preschool and MDO page. Director is Ginny Lawler ().
