Here at Christ Church we are dedicated to growing Deeper in Discipleship. Spiritually speaking, we can’t offer what we don’t have. How can we be bearers of the word if we aren’t familiar with the word? How can we enrich others in faith if we aren’t taking the necessary steps to be enriched ourselves?
The Sunday morning class schedule that is listed evidences the fact that we take seriously what Jesus said about loving God with all our heart, soul, strength, and mind. As such, we offer small group Sunday School classes for all ages. Take a look below and prayerfully consider joining one or more of these groups being offered. Are you curious about Christianity? Aren’t sure about faith? Skeptical about the scriptures? Not sure you profess a faith? This is a great place for you!
Christian Formation at Christ United Methodist Church
Sunday School for children and youth will resume on Sunday, September 10th, 2023.
Babies and Toddlers:
Babies and toddlers are not only cared for here, they’re introduced to the Christian faith through music and play.
Nursery: Jamie Laferty (Main Floor, Educational Wing)
At CUMC, nursery care is offered for children from birth to 3 years old. If you are a parent or guardian and plan to make use of nursery care, please enter the church facility as you normally would and an usher manning the double doors to our education wing will direct you to the nursery. Once there, please sign your child in and supply your contact number in the event Jamie needs to reach you (at this time, we still recommend your child wear a mask if possible). Once returning to the sanctuary, if you are to be seated on the main level, please request that an usher seat you on the aisle end of a pew for ease of moving in and out if needed.
Children and Elementary Youth:
For our Preschool-Elementary Classes, kids learn the Gospel through age-appropriate games, interactive lessons, coloring, music, and video accompaniments. The Curriculum Celebrate Wonder honors the spiritual life of children by engaging them in open-ended exploration and inquiry of the Bible. The curriculum seeks to deepen children’s faith formation and create a safe space for children to ask big questions and claim their spiritual identity as children of God. Children are to report to the first-floor education wing of the church.
First Class for children will begin Sunday, September 10th, 2023 at 9:45 a.m.
- 4 years – 1st Grade: Danielle Ellwood and Jamie Lafferty
- 2nd Grade – 5th Grade: Marci Marshall and Cheryl Sprague
Middle School and High School Youth:
The youth will examine current topics for younger and older teens using the material “Living in Christ”, an online weekly subscription, which will help teens to be equipped to evaluate their world from a biblical perspective.
Middle and High School students are to report to the first-floor education wing of the church to meet with the instructor before going to the assigned room on the second floor of the education wing of the church.
First class for the youth will begin Sunday, September 17, 2023 at 9:45 a.m.
- Youth – 6th Grade and up: Gary Sprague
Registration Forms
A requirement of our Safe Sanctuary Policy, registration forms are needed for each child or youth attending a Sunday School class. Registration forms can be obtained in the Narthex and turned in on the opening day of Sunday School or obtained and completed on the first day of Sunday School attendance. You may also register your child/youth using the digital form below.
Please complete one per student. Upon completion, this electronic form will be forwarded to our Christian Education Team for filing. Thanks for taking the time and making a significant investment in the life of your child!
Adult Sunday School Small Groups:
An Adult Educational opportunity will be offered in the Family Room by Pastor Jake at 11:00 a.m following the 9:45 worship service. This space will give those in attendance the opportunity to delve further into the spiritual text offered that morning.
X-C X-Plore Group – Meetings TBD
The “Christ Church Explore” Group is a group for those wishing to become new members of Christ United Methodist Church. Join Pastor Jake and others as we discover what it means to be a G.E.E.K Methodist and why it matters. The X-C X-Plore Group will meet Sunday Evenings, in the Family Room (adjacent to Sanctuary). Childcare can be arranged upon request.
Seekers for Christ
The Seekers for Christ Sunday School class will reconvene on Sunday, September 10th, 2023 beginning with a study by Max Lucado titled “Unshakable Hope”.
Connexions – Meetings TBD
Connexions is a young adult small group initiative geared for couples as well as singles ages 45 and younger. The class will provide participants with the opportunity to wrap their minds around current issues or to understand what the Bible says and apply it to one’s everyday life. This class meets in the Family Room.
Inquirers Class
The Inquirers Class will begin meeting Sunday, March 19th at 9:45 a.m. in Room 108 for a new study. The class focuses on progressive Christian theology and social justice issues. If you are interested, please contact Winnie Hurd by phone (304-242-5597) or e-mail (winhurd@gmail.com). The Inquirers Class seeks a diverse group that is willing to share thoughts and experiences.