First Methodist Kids Elementary
Our elementary program brings Bible stories to life using innovative methods to help children grow in wisdom, faith, and friendships. We point the Kindergarten – 4th grade children to Jesus by giving them a place to worship and learn virtues through engaging Bible stories and Children’s worship. They also participate in an age-appropriate small group time with leaders who believe in them.
FIRST METHODIST KIDS WEEKENDS
Saturdays • 6:00 pm | Sundays • 9:30 am & 11:00 am (Kindergarten – 4th Grade)
Our program coincides with our Saturday and Sunday worship services.
During elementary programming, Kindergarten – 4th grade children are welcomed by the friendly faces of the Kids Ministry staff, along with adult and youth volunteers who join us in building friendships, enjoying fellowship, singing praise, and discovering biblical truths.
Our weekend worship for elementary-aged kids is centered on engaging lessons that bring key Biblical truths to life. Through creative storytelling, interactive activities, and worship, children learn how to apply these truths in their daily lives. Our goal is to nurture their spiritual growth and help them develop a strong, lasting faith.
In our elementary programming, we concentrate on Three Basic Truths:
- I need to make wise choices.
- I can trust God no matter what.
- I should treat others the way I want to be treated.
We realize that many kids attend two service times. To ensure they are engaged, motivated, and enjoy their time with us, we will provide different elements each hour. Each session will include different worship songs, videos, and live teaching elements, as well as different activities during small-group time.
FIRST METHODIST KIDS MIDWEEK
Wednesdays • 6:30 -8:00 pm (Kindergarten – 4th Graders)
On Wednesdays during the school year, we host Midweek, which offers a mix of fellowship, large group games, and small group discussions. This midweek gathering provides a deeper dive into God’s Word, reinforcing what children learn on Sundays and encouraging them to build meaningful relationships with their peers. The children will rotate through the activities while grouped by grade level. Children are encouraged to invite friends to this awesome and highly active midweek experience. It’s a time to explore faith further, grow in community, and have a lot of fun!
Safety and Security
We provide a safe and secure environment so that you can feel at ease leaving your child in the care of our dedicated staff and volunteers, who have undergone a background check and training in safety and sanitation. In addition to that, the Kids Ministry staff are CPR/First Aid trained. The check-in computers are located on the 1st floor of building A, where staff are available to help you.
Drop Off and Pick Up
Check-in computers are located on the first floor of Building A at both entrances. Staff members and volunteers are available at each station on weekends and Wednesday evenings to assist you.
First time? A staff member or volunteer can help enter your information. After that, you can quickly check in your child by entering your name.
When you check in, you’ll receive three stickers:
- 2 name stickers: Have your child wear one and place the other in the appropriate grade-level box at the check-in table in the gym.
- 1 alphanumeric sticker: Keep this sticker and present it to a staff member or volunteer at pick-up.
All drop-off and pick-up takes place at the check-in table in the gym.
VACATION BIBLE CAMP
July 12 – 15, 2027 • 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Vacation Bible Camp at First Methodist Mansfield is designed to give kids a week they will love and parents can feel confident about. VBC is a place where kids are known, included, encouraged, and taught biblical truth in ways they can understand and apply to their everyday lives. You don’t want your children to miss out on this incredible week!