First Congregational United Church of Christ
Decatur, IL 62526-1450 217.877.2216
Children's Ministries
At the core of our church's children's ministry is the mission to help kids understand who God is and how His teachings can support them in their everyday lives We focus on sharing the stories and characters from the Bible, demonstrating how these can serve as guiding examples for them.
Pre-School
All God's Children Preschool provides a non-licensed preschool program for children who are 3 years old by September 1st until they are prepared for Kindergarten. The program is available in both morning and afternoon sessions. Our motto is "Learning and Growing in God's Love."
Children's Message
Every Sunday, a volunteer delivers a sermon relevant message that offers a meaningful Bible lesson for both children and adults. Following the children's message, the kids are invited to attend Sunday School.
Children's Sunday School
We want kids to understand that the Bible is filled with fascinating stories that are relevant to their lives today. We believe that and games have a place in church, that worship can be vibrant with loud music and joyful dancing, and that there are caring adults in church who genuinely guide them closer to Jesus.
Ukulele Choir
On special occasions, the children come together to create dedicated choirs. They learn to play ukuleles and other instruments along with vocal performances. This not only helps them develop their performing skills but also boosts their confidence in sharing the story of Jesus.
Christmas Pageant
The yearly Christmas pageant is among our most cherished events. Throughout the holiday season, the children rehearse in preparation for their big day. We warmly invite our families and friends to join us for the pageant and the reception following in Fellowship Hall.