Three children smiling in a row on a playground at Christ UMC's All-Church Retreat.

CHILDREN'S MINISTRY

WELCOME STATEMENT

Christ United Methodist Church welcomes and values everyone, no exceptions. We strive to show the hospitality of Jesus Christ to persons of all ages, genders, races, sexual orientations, economic situations, and abilities. Believing that life is better together, we invite you to share  your God-given gifts in this community of faith to spread God’s love in our world.

 

Welcome to Christ UMC's Children's Ministry! We are very excited about the opportunity to be in relationship with you and your family. Here at Christ UMC, children are an important part of our congregation. We seek to teach and lead them in the faith, and also affirm the gifts of children to lead and serve. We invite you to check out the opportunities we've designed just for your children and family. If you'd like to sign up for the Children's Ministry Newsletter to stay informed about upcoming events, please click the button below.

 

We believe in a God of grace who loves us unconditionally. There is nothing we have done or can do to earn that love, and nothing will ever separate us from it.

 

We believe God’s grace was revealed fully in Jesus Christ, who lived, died and was raised from the dead. His life, death, and resurrection set us free from sin and empower us to love as God loves. And that he is present to all God’s children through the power of the Holy Spirit.

 

We believe that the scriptures are best understood when they are read and interpreted within a community of faith. We also believe the church is the Body of Christ in the world, meant to do as Jesus did by, among many things, feeding the hungry, welcoming the outcast, sharing our possessions, offering healing and hope to the lost, and sharing the witness of faith. 

SAFE SANCTUARY POLICY

We are called to make our churches safe places from abuse for our children, youth, and other vulnerable persons. All volunteers that work with children and youth are required to attend training on safe sanctuaries and have a background check completed. Please click below for a copy of our current Safe Sanctuary Policy. Contact Paul Bonner at paul@christumcfranklin.org with questions.

SAFE SANCTUARY POLICY

We are called to make our churches safe places from abuse for our children, youth, and other vulnerable persons. Christ UMC, with the help of Davis House Advocacy Center, provides comprehensive and mandatory training for all volunteers and staff that work with children and youth. Volunteers are also required to have a background check completed. Please click below for a copy of our current policy. If you have questions, please contact Paul Bonner at paul@christumcfranklin.org.

Welcome to Christ UMC's Children's Ministry! We are very excited about the opportunity to be in relationship with you and your family. Here at Christ UMC, children are an important part of our congregation. We seek to teach and lead them in the faith, and also affirm the gifts of children to lead and serve. We invite you to check out opportunities just for your children and family. If you'd like to sign up for the Children's Ministry Newsletter, please click the button below.

 

SAFE SANCTUARY POLICY

We are called to make our churches safe places from abuse for our children, youth, and other vulnerable persons. Christ UMC, with the help of Davis House Advocacy Center, provides comprehensive and mandatory training for all volunteers and staff that work with children and youth. Volunteers are also required to have a background check completed. Please click below for a copy of our current policy. If you have questions, please contact Paul Bonner at paul@christumcfranklin.org.

SAFE SANCTUARY POLICY

 

We are called to make our churches safe places from abuse for our children, youth, and other vulnerable persons. All volunteers that work with children and youth are required to attend training on safe sanctuaries and have a background check completed. Please click below for a copy of our current Safe Sanctuary Policy. Contact Paul Bonner at paul@christumcfranklin.org with questions.

Welcome to Christ UMC's Children's Ministry! We are very excited about the opportunity to be in relationship with you and your family. Here at Christ UMC, children are an important part of our congregation. We seek to teach and lead them in the faith, and also affirm the gifts of children to lead and serve. We invite you to check out opportunities just for your children and family. If you'd like to sign up for the Children's Ministry Newsletter, please click the button below.

 

SAFE SANCTUARY POLICY

We are called to make our churches safe places from abuse for our children, youth, and other vulnerable persons. Christ UMC, with the help of Davis House Advocacy Center, provides comprehensive and mandatory training for all volunteers and staff that work with children and youth. Volunteers are also required to have a background check completed. Please click below for a copy of our current policy. If you have questions, please contact Paul Bonner at paul@christumcfranklin.org.

Welcome to Christ UMC's Children's Ministry! We are very excited about the opportunity to be in relationship with you and your family. Here at Christ UMC, children are an important part of our congregation. We seek to teach and lead them in the faith, and also affirm the gifts of children to lead and serve. We invite you to check out opportunities just for your children and family. If you'd like to sign up for the Children's Ministry Newsletter, please click the button below.

 

SAFE SANCTUARY POLICY

We are called to make our churches safe places from abuse for our children, youth, and other vulnerable persons. Christ UMC, with the help of Davis House Advocacy Center, provides comprehensive and mandatory training for all volunteers and staff that work with children and youth. Volunteers are also required to have a background check completed. Please click below for a copy of our current policy. If you have questions, please contact Paul Bonner  at paul@christumcfranklin.org.



UPCOMING EVENTS

TRUNK OR TREAT!

Sunday, October 25

4:30pm–6:30pm

 

Get ready for a fun-filled evening of Halloween excitement at Christ UMC's Trunk or Treat! Families are invited to enjoy dinner together before the fun and games begin, then kids can show off their costumes as they make their way from trunk to trunk collecting treats.

 

We’re looking for at least 30 volunteers to bring the fun (and the candy!). Just decorate a trunk, show up with a smile, and be ready to hand out treats. We’re hosting two trunk contests, one for best youth car and one for best adult car—and yes, the winner gets a prize! Let’s make this spooky night one to remember!

 

Click below to register with a decorated trunk or to help with setting up and serving dinner. Questions? Reach out to Lanie Perkins. 

Children's event logo.
Children's event logo.

TRUNK OR TREAT!

Sunday, October 25

4:30pm–6:30pm

 

Get ready for a fun-filled evening of Halloween excitement at Christ UMC's Trunk or Treat! Families are invited to enjoy dinner together before the fun and games begin, then kids can show off their costumes as they make their way from trunk to trunk collecting treats.

 

We’re looking for at least 30 volunteers to bring the fun (and the candy!). Just decorate a trunk, show up with a smile, and be ready to hand out treats. We’re hosting two trunk contests, one for best youth car and one for best adult car—and yes, the winner gets a prize! Let’s make this spooky night one to remember!

 

Click below to register with a decorated trunk or to help with setting up and serving dinner. Questions? Reach out to Lanie Perkins. 

UPCOMING EVENTS

TRUNK OR TREAT!

Sunday, October 25

4:30pm–6:30pm

 

Get ready for a fun-filled evening of Halloween excitement at Christ UMC's Trunk or Treat! Families are invited to enjoy dinner together before the fun and games begin, then kids can show off their costumes as they make their way from trunk to trunk collecting treats.

 

We’re looking for at least 30 volunteers to bring the fun (and the candy!). Just decorate a trunk, show up with a smile, and be ready to hand out treats. We’re hosting two trunk contests, one for best youth car and one for best adult car—and yes, the winner gets a prize! Let’s make this spooky night one to remember!

 

Click below to register with a decorated trunk or to help with setting up and serving dinner. Questions? Reach out to Lanie Perkins. 

 




Stacked hands of children participating in an event together.
Group of sixth grade students posing on the chancel after Confirmation at Christ UMC in Franklin, TN.

CHILDREN'S MINISTRY 

MILESTONES

CHILDREN'S MINISTRY MILESTONES

As children grow, so does their faith! Our Children’s Ministry Milestones are special moments designed to help kids take the next step in their faith journey while celebrating each stage along the way. These meaningful experiences give children opportunities to learn, serve, lead, and share their faith with our church family.

 

We can’t wait to celebrate these exciting milestones with your family as we grow together in faith, friendship, and God’s love!

KINDERGARTEN:

Celebrate the start of the school year with Blessing of the Backpacks as we pray over students, teachers, and a new year of learning.

FIRST GRADE:

Learn the Lord’s Prayer together during Sunday School, then proudly lead the congregation in prayer during worship.

SECOND GRADE:

Go on a fun Church Scavenger Hunt to discover special places around the church and learn what makes each one important.

THIRD GRADE:

Receive a Bible, participate in Worship Training, and discover how to actively participate in worship each Sunday.

FOURTH GRADE:

Put faith into action through a hands-on Service Project, then share the experience with the congregation.

FIFTH GRADE:

Celebrate Share Sunday by inviting friends to church, creating invitations, and experiencing the joy of welcoming others.

SIXTH GRADE:

Complete Confirmation and celebrate this important milestone as students publicly affirm their faith before the church.

Group of sixth grade students posing on the chancel after Confirmation at Christ UMC in Franklin, TN.
Group of sixth grade students posing on the chancel after Confirmation at Christ UMC in Franklin, TN.

CHILDREN'S MINISTRY 

MILESTONES

CHILDREN'S MINISTRY MILESTONES

As children grow, so does their faith! Our Children’s Ministry Milestones are special moments designed to help kids take the next step in their faith journey while celebrating each stage along the way. These meaningful experiences give children opportunities to learn, serve, lead, and share their faith with our church family.

 

We can’t wait to celebrate these exciting milestones with your family as we grow together in faith, friendship, and God’s love!

KINDERGARTEN:

Celebrate the start of the school year with Blessing of the Backpacks as we pray over students, teachers, and a new year of learning.

FIRST GRADE:

Learn the Lord’s Prayer together during Sunday School, then proudly lead the congregation in prayer during worship.

SECOND GRADE:

Go on a fun Church Scavenger Hunt to discover special places around the church and learn what makes each one important.

THIRD GRADE:

Receive a Bible, participate in Worship Training, and discover how to actively participate in worship each Sunday.

FOURTH GRADE:

Put faith into action through a hands-on Service Project, then share the experience with the congregation.

FIFTH GRADE:

Celebrate Share Sunday by inviting friends to church, creating invitations, and experiencing the joy of welcoming others.

SIXTH GRADE:

Complete Confirmation and celebrate this important milestone as students publicly affirm their faith before the church.

KIDS CLUB

Kids Club is our Sunday evening fellowship for elementary and preteen kids. We believe every child brings something unique and together we create a fun, welcoming space to grow in faith, build friendships, and enjoy being together. On a typical Sunday, these groups share a meal, play games, learn about God, and have fun! Please check the calendar below for specific meeting dates, as sometimes these groups meet more frequently than usual, or email Lanie Perkins for more information at lanie@christumcfranklin.org.

Stacked hands of children participating in an event together.

5TH & 6TH GRADE 

Meets monthly on Sundays, 5:30pm

3RD & 4TH GRADE 

Meets monthly on Sundays,  5:30pm

K–2ND GRADE 

Meets quarterly on Sundays, 5:30pm

Tutoring elementary
school children

Providing Christmas gifts
for children

Cooking and delivering meals to homebound

Providing prisoners with a meal at Christmastime

Helping build a home for a
family in need

Mentoring new Nicarauguan
immigrants

Filling weekend "fuel bags"
for students

Hosting unhoused men weekly during winter

KIDS CLUB

Kids Club is our Sunday evening fellowship for elementary and preteen kids. We believe every child brings something unique and together we create a fun, welcoming space to grow in faith, build friendships, and enjoy being together. On a typical Sunday, these groups share a meal, play games, learn about God, and have fun! Please check the calendar below for specific meeting dates, as sometimes these groups meet more frequently than usual, or email Lanie Perkins for more information at lanie@christumcfranklin.org.

Stacked hands of children participating in an event together.

5TH & 6TH GRADE 

Meets monthly on Sundays,

5:30pm

3RD & 4TH GRADE 

Meets monthly on Sundays,

5:30pm

K–2ND GRADE 

Meets Quarterly on Sundays,

5:30pm

KIDS CLUB

Kids Club is our Sunday evening fellowship for elementary and preteen kids. We believe every child brings something unique and together we create a fun, welcoming space to grow in faith, build friendships, and enjoy being together. On a typical Sunday, these groups share a meal, play games, learn about God, and have fun! Please check the calendar below for specific meeting dates, as sometimes these groups meet more frequently than usual, or email Lanie Perkins for more information at lanie@christumcfranklin.org.

Stacked hands of children participating in an event together.

5TH & 6TH GRADE 

Meets monthly on Sundays,

5:30pm

3RD & 4TH GRADE 

Meets monthly on Sundays,

5:30pm

K–2ND GRADE 

Meets Quarterly on Sundays,

5:30pm

KIDS CLUB

Kids Club is our Sunday evening fellowship for elementary and preteen kids. We believe every child brings something unique and together we create a fun, welcoming space to grow in faith, build friendships, and enjoy being together. On a typical Sunday, these groups share a meal, play games, learn about God, and have fun! Please check the calendar below for specific meeting dates, as sometimes these groups meet more frequently than usual, or email Lanie Perkins for more information at lanie@christumcfranklin.org.

Stacked hands of children participating in an event together.

5TH & 6TH GRADE 

Meets monthly on Sundays, 5:30pm

3RD & 4TH GRADE 

Meets monthly on Sundays, 5:30pm

K–2ND GRADE 

Meets Quarterly on Sundays, 5:30pm

WAIT, THERE'S MORE!

Throughout the school year and summer, our Children's Ministry offers many programming events just for children, children and families, and church-wide multi-generational offerings—things like movie nights, pancake dinners, and a Firefly Festival. You can view these on the abridged church calendar below. To see our full event calendar, or open a printable Children's Ministry schedule, click the appropriate button below the calendar. And be sure to check out the Christ UMC Facebook page for timely information on other upcoming events! If you have any questions, please contact Lanie Perkins at lanie@christumcfranklin.org.

Children's

Churchwide

Throughout the school year and summer, our Children's Ministry offers many programming events just for children, children and families, and church-wide multi-generational offerings—things like movie nights, pancake dinners, and a Firefly Festival. You can view these on the abridged church calendar below. To see our full event calendar, or open a printable Children's Ministry schedule, click the appropriate button below the calendar. And be sure to check out the Christ UMC Facebook page for timely information on other upcoming events! If you have any questions, please contact Lanie Perkins at lanie@christumcfranklin.org.

Children's

Churchwide

WAIT, THERE'S MORE!

Throughout the school year and summer, our Children's Ministry offers many programming events just for children, children and families, and church-wide multi-generational offerings—things like movie nights, pancake dinners, and a Firefly Festival. You can view these on the abridged church calendar below. To see our full event calendar, or open a printable Children's Ministry schedule, click the appropriate button below the calendar. And be sure to check out the Christ UMC Facebook page for timely information on other upcoming events! If you have any questions, please contact Lanie at lanie@christumcfranklin.org.

Children's

Churchwide

Davis House recognizes this organization as a Partner in Prevention when it comes to helping prevent child abuse in our community! They have taken steps to protect children in their care and in our community by training adults on how to recognize and respond to abuse.

Davis House recognizes this organization as a Partner in Prevention when it comes to helping prevent child abuse in our community! They have taken steps to protect children in their care and in our community by training adults on how to recognize and respond to abuse.

Davis House recognizes this organization as a Partner in Prevention when it comes to helping prevent child abuse in our community! They have taken steps to protect children in their care and in our community by training adults on how to recognize and respond to abuse.

Davis House recognizes this organization as a Partner in Prevention when it comes to helping prevent child abuse in our community! They have taken steps to protect children in their care and in our community by training adults on how to recognize and respond to abuse.

Davis House recognizes this organization as a Partner in Prevention when it comes to helping prevent child abuse in our community! They have taken steps to protect children in their care and in our community by training adults on how to recognize and respond to abuse.

Davis House recognizes this organization as a Partner in Prevention when it comes to helping prevent child abuse in our community! They have taken steps to protect children in their care and in our community by training adults on how to recognize and respond to abuse.

Davis House recognizes this organization as a Partner in Prevention when it comes to helping prevent child abuse in our community! They have taken steps to protect children in their care and in our community by training adults on how to recognize and respond to abuse.