Sunday School
Sunday School is offered for children of preschool age through fifth graders. Classes meet on Sundays, September through July, from 10-11 A.M., in the Education Building. During part of June and July, age groups are combined and a video lesson is presented with craft activities, games and puzzles. In August, children attend services in the Sanctuary. Each class is staffed by two adults.
The program’s mission is to help children know God through Jesus Christ and to develop strong relationships with classmates.
Many children attend the beginning of the worship service in the Sanctuary with their parents, so that they may participate in the Message for Young Disciples before going to their Sunday School classes. On the 5th Sunday of any month, attendance with parents for an intergenerational worship service is encouraged.
The Sunday School Curriculum uses Group Publishing’s “Buzz” Sunday School. Group’s Buzz will give children a strong theological framework about God’s nature. Every quarter, each age level focuses on a different attribute of God, through a unique, fun theme and age-appropriate Bible lessons, using the children’s Hands On Bible. Activities include stories, games, puzzles, songs, and crafts. Over two years, children will know and understand eight foundational truths about God: God is loving, perfect, forgiving, faithful, real, giving, powerful, and good.
Vacation Bible School Day Camp
Son Surf Beach Bash VBS (Vacation Bible School Day Camp)
Dates: July 11 – 15, 2011, 9AM – Noon
For Who: All children and youth are welcome, age 3 – 8th grade
Key Bible Verse: “Jesus said to him, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life…” John 14:6
What’s It About? It’s All About Jesus. On hot summer days, the best place to be is the beach! Cool off in sparkling blue waves. Build a magnificent sandcastle. Explore the tide pools and collect seashells. The beach is a beautiful, natural playground!
As kids explore the wonders of a beach, right here at Lafayette United Methodist Church, they’ll also discover Big Answers to Big Questions about Jesus:
Who is Jesus?
Why do I need Jesus?
What does Jesus want me to do?
Grab your surfboard and paddle out to ride a wave of fun and adventure. Come to Son Surf Beach Bash VBS and meet Jesus. It will be the most rewarding week you’ll ever spend at the beach!
Activities: Bible Stories, Games, Crafts, Music, Snacks, Skits, Mission Project, Animals
Special Activities for Middle Schoolers: Field trips to local mission projects for service, such as Contra Costa Food Bank, Shelter Inc., and Books for the Barrios.
Cost: $50
Click here to go to the VBS Website for updated information and registration forms.
For more information or to register, email us: Lafayette United Methodist Church, or phone (925-284-4765).