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Children's
Ministries
Parents Morning Out
Parent's Morning Out (PMO) is a ministry of Lewisburg United
Methodist Church for children ages 1/independently
walking to 3 years. PMO strives to provide a safe,
nurturing, stimulating environment where children can learn
about
God's world through play, song, crafts, and group
activities.
PMO is open on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday
mornings from 8:45am-12:15pm, with an early drop-off option
from 8:15am-8:40am. This fully staffed program is offered
at reasonable rates, and provides excellent care in a safe
environment.
A typical morning includes story/Bible time, water table
fun, art projects, music, free-play with variety of
educational toys, snacks, and outdoor fun in our fenced
green space and on our playground. The children learn about
the world around them, as well as colors, numbers, letters,
etc. We provide a place for children to socialize, make
friends, share and learn manners, in order to help them move
onto preschool when the time comes.
PMO is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. After
filling out the appropriate paperwork to enroll your child,
you may either have a standing reservation on one or more
days, or call from time to time to make a "drop-in"
reservation if a space is available. Prospective
participants are welcome to visit with their
parents/guardians before enrolling in PMO.
Please contact the church office at
304-645-2727 or visit our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/LUMCPMO to
find out more.
LUMC Preschool
The mission of The Preschool at LUMC is to provide a
child-centered environment by nurturing each child's
individuality and creativity through mind, body and spirit.
The children have opportunities to grow and explore through
music, self-guided and directed play, circle time, chapel,
art, and movement. Classes are located in the bright,
cheerful children's wing of the church. Outdoor play takes
place in the church's large, fenced-in green space complete
with a state of the art playground.
A special guest visits The Preschool each week allowing
children to discover and learn about all sorts of different
things! Children experience a weekly Spanish lesson! The
pastors and church staff lead weekly Chapel time for the
children. The Preschool maintains a high level of
communication with the family through newsletters, weekly
child notes, daily circle time, and invitations for parents
to be involved in the classroom. And, one of the things that
makes our preschool most unique is an option for children to
continue learning and exploring through the summer months!
The Preschool at LUMC offers two classes:
3-year old classes are
held on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from
8:45am-12:15pm. (An early drop off option is offered from
8:15am-8:40am.)
4-year old classes are
held on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from
8:45am-12:15pm. (An early drop off option is offered from
8:15am-8:40am.)
Joyful Noise
After School Program
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Open every weekday from 3pm until 6pm.
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Open to children in Pre-K through the fifth grade.
Accepts Mountain Heart Children.
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Only state licensed after school enrichment program in
Greenbrier County.
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Program includes homework help with a tutor, recreation,
crafts, enrichment programs, educational
games, a phonics program, and nutritious snacks.
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Offers a "parent worry free" environment and supports
the working families of Greenbrier County.
Located at The Lewisburg United Methodist Church
For more information or to enroll
Call (304) 647-4140
Nursery Program
We welcome you and your little one to the
childcare programs and ministries of Lewisburg UMC. We
seek to offer childcare during worship and any other
church activity during which childcare is needed. On Sunday
mornings, the nursery is open to children 5 years of
age and younger during both worship services (9:00am and
11:00am) and during the Sunday School hour
(10:00am). The nursery is also open throughout the
week for various Bible Studies, Fellowship Groups,
Special Worship Services and Ministry Team meetings when
persons within the various groups need childcare for
their children.
We also ask that you, as the parent, sign your child out
of the nursery. Please do not send older siblings to
sign your child out.
Information Cards
All parents are asked to fill out an information card.
This lets the childcare providers know important
information (such as allergies) regarding the care of
your child. Please help us keep your child’s
information up to date.
Pagers
Pagers are given to parents when they
arrive in the nursery. If your child needs you, becomes
upset or becomes ill, the nursery staff will page you.
Your pager will vibrate, alerting you that you are
needed in the nursery. So, you can relax during
worship, Sunday School and other church activities
knowing that that nursery will be be able to contact you
immediately should your child need you.
Nursery Snacks
We have a limited supply of snacks in the
nursery. We take into consideration food allergies. If
your child requires feeding (as with a bottle) while in
the nursery, please supply the caregiver with explicit
instructions.Sick
Children
We ask that you do not bring a sick child
to the nursery. Some signs of childhood illnesses
include: coughing, sneezing, runny noses and eyes,
fevers, vomiting and fatigue. We also encourage you to
notify the nursery staff should your child contract a
common childhood disease such as chicken pox, so that we
may inform other parents of possible exposure.Should
your child become ill while in the nursery, our staff
will notify you immediately. Certain behaviors (for the
safety of all children present) are not permitted.
Biting, kicking or hitting are impermissible at all
times. Consequences for such behavior first includes a
warning and then a time-out. If this behavior persists,
then the staff is obligated (based on discretion and
maturity) to notify the parents of the child.
What to Bring?
If your child requires the use of
diapers, we ask that you supply one diaper for each hour
he/she will be in the nursery. A minimum of two
diapers is suggested. If your child uses a bottle or
sippy cup, please bring that as well. A lovey or
special comfort item is also welcome. Please be sure to
label all items, including the diaper bag, with
your child's name. How
you can help
The nursery uses a rotating team of
volunteers in addition to the paid staff. Volunteers
assist in the nursery on Sunday mornings. If you would
like to become a nursery volunteer, please contact the
church office for more information.
Staff
Presently, our nursery is staffed with a core of strong
volunteers from our church family and three paid staff
persons. The paid staff members are easily recognizable
in their staff t-shirts.
Comments and Feedback
We continually welcome your comments and feedback.
Should you have a concern, please bring your concern to
the awareness of Bev Colombo, Minister of Children
and Christian Formation, one of the pastors, or one of
the nursery staff members. Thank you. It is our hope to
continually provide a safe, secure and nurturing
environment for your child.
Sunday School (Quest A.M.)
* New
Ministry Alert!! QUEST A.M. every Sunday (10:00am-10:45am)Grades
K-5th Grade
10-10:15am= Music with Carrie Neese
10:15-10:30 = The Story & creative learning with our
Children’s Ministry Team
10:30-10:45am= Small group by age!
Quest
Quest will
be starting back on Sunday, September 9th from 5-7pm. Quest
will be every second Sunday of each month. Enjoy music,
storytelling, skits & edible art! Any parents/grandparents
who may be interested in volunteering please contact: Kerry
Lemon Children’s Ministry Team: Call or text-304-688-6546.
Time: 5-6pm K-2nd grade Time: 6-7pm 3rd-5th grade
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