Learn
Bible stories, Christian values, prayer and discussion form the foundation of Christian education.
Growing in Faith Together
Children & Youth
Marysville First United Methodist Church helps children and young people grow in faith through Bible learning, prayer, music, service, fellowship and age-appropriate activities.
Sunday School Time & Location
Children begin worship together at 10:00 a.m.
Children begin Sunday morning in the church sanctuary with their families at 10:00 a.m. for congregational singing and Children’s Time. At about 10:15 a.m., they are dismissed for Christian education classes.
Class time includes sharing, prayer and age-appropriate activities focused on Bible stories and living a life that reflects God’s love.
Christian Education
Learning, participating and serving
Age-appropriate curriculum is used for each class or group. Children are encouraged to pray, take part in Bible readings and discussions, and participate in class projects with Christian themes and moral lessons.
Learning also includes service and fellowship. Classes occasionally host the social hour following worship, giving children and youth another way to take part in church life and learn the importance of serving others.
Participate
Music, projects, fellowship and special church activities give young people ways to take an active part.
Serve
Service projects help children and youth learn that faith also means caring for the church and for others.
Vacation Bible School
Faith, friendship and a lot of fun
Vacation Bible School has been part of children's ministry at Marysville First UMC, giving children a lively setting for Bible stories, crafts, music, games and time together.
During June, July and August, children also meet in a combined group for Summer Cinema, using SuperBook videos to learn Bible stories, along with a special Water Sunday for summer fun and fellowship.
VBS themes and schedules vary from year to year. Current dates and details will be posted with Church Events when they are announced.
Growing Together
Children & youth in church life
Christian education extends beyond the classroom through worship, music, fellowship, seasonal programs and activities shared with the church family. The annual Christmas Pageant is a highlight, and youth also participate in the Marysville Christmas parade.
September 2026
This month in Children & Youth
A new Sunday School year
September begins a new Sunday School year and a new season of Christian education for the church's children and youth.
Bible Sunday
Congratulations to the young people who recently received Bibles on Bible Sunday: Braxton Thomas, Grace Beszhak, Elicia Buckley, Lily Correia, Anaya Smith, Carole-Lee Smith and Connie Withers.
Growing into Youth
Aurora Bole, Grace Knight, Kali McCumber, Kelly Randall and Connie Withers are joining Patrick Smith in the Youth class this year.
Teachers & volunteers
The September Circuit Rider recognizes Tallulah and Aubrey Pharris for nursery care, Shelley and Maddison Fish for younger children, and Charlene Bole for elementary students. Those interested in helping with this ministry are encouraged to contact Charlene.
Please keep our young people in prayer.
The congregation is encouraged to pray for the church's children and youth as they continue their Christian education and grow in faith.
Planning a Visit?
Ask us about current classes and activities
Class groupings, schedules and youth activities can change during the year. For the most current information for your family, contact the church office before your visit.