CHILDREN'S MINISTRY
The Children’s Ministry at CUC seeks to create a safe and loving environment for our children and their families. We are joyfully committed to our children’s growth and development in their spirituality!
ABOUT CUC CHILDREN'S MINISTRY
The Children's Ministry of Columbine United Church strives to uphold these four values:
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Love: We strive to be aware of the needs of others and to demonstrate love and compassion to the children, caregivers, and families that come in contact with our ministry.
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Spirituality: We base our programming on the foundation of a common faith and the desire for children to engage with their Spirituality at developmentally appropriate levels.
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Safety: We provide trustworthy adult leaders for all children and a welcoming environment in which children feel safe asking questions and seeking support and guidance. Our adult leaders are trained in safety procedures and our spaces are created to be safe.
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Joy: We live with a contagious excitement about life that draws others to become a part of our ministry. We seek to have fun and be joyful in all that we do.
WHAT WE TEACH
The Children's Ministry at CUC's only educational aim is to equip children with stories of God and people that help them to understand that they are:
1) Loved- by God and their community.
2) Known- by God and their community.
3) Never Alone- because God is always near and works through the community of faith to remind us.
We also hope to empower them to know that all people are loved, known, and never alone! As a community we each can play a role in making sure that our neighbors and friends feel these truths by caring for them with our words and actions, showing up as our authentic self, and being welcoming to people different from us.
ABOUT THE SPACE
Children's programming takes place in our newly reconstructed youth area. Each room is bright and engaging, with plenty of natural light. At CUC, your kids will feel like they have a place where they really belong, that in turn belongs to them.
GET INVOLVED
CHILDREN'S EVENTS
Kickoff Sunday
All kids and parents are welcome to join CUC after second service on Sunday, August 30th. There will be games, food, and fun for the whole family!
Pumpkin Palooza
Costumes at church?? You bet! Adults and kids alike- come dressed up for a frighteningly good time. Lunch and halloween activities will be provided immediately following second service.
All-Church Family Night
This November we will gather for a night of crafting and fun at CUC. On Saturday, November 14th we will prep for the season change with fall and winter wreath making! Activities for all ages will be available. Registration link coming soon!