Children’s Ministry

Fountain Kids Ministry

Fountain Kids Ministry provides a loving, caring and safe environment for children to learn and grow in their faith. Children six months- 5th grade and their families are provided with tools to enhance faith experiences at home as well as at church. Fountain City United Methodist Church, through Fountain Kids, strives to partner with parents through the most important phases of a child’s life.

We are intentional in our teachings each week.

Fountain Littles uses the First Look curriculum. Please feel free to check out First Look and Ollie Owl!

Fountain Kids uses 252 Basics curriculum based on Luke 2:52 ‘Jesus grew in wisdom and stature and in favor with God and man.” Check it out!

Current Sunday, Tuesday Crosswalk and Wednesday Night Schedules: Check in at the Welcome Center

Sundays:
• Fountain Littles Childcare 8:30 a.m.
• Fountain Kids Sunday School 9:45 a.m.
• Fountain Littles Sunday School 9:45 a.m.
• Fountain Littles Childcare 11:00 a.m.
• Fountain Kids Bible Experience 11:00 a.m.

Tuesdays:
• Crosswalk (12 years and under) 6:15 p.m.

Wednesdays:
• Kids Club 6:15p.m.

    Making wiser choices  / Building stronger relationships  / Developing a deeper faith

    Sunday check-in location and procedure:
    We utilize Kidcheck, an easy, safe, and confidential check in system for six months-fifth grade.

    Check-in on Sunday mornings is located at the Kidcheck station at the Welcome Center at Door #3.

    Fountain Littles Childcare 8:30 a.m.

    Fountain Littles and Fountain Kids Sunday School check in 9:45 a.m.

    Fountain Littles and Fountain Kids Bible Experience at 10:45 a.m.

    Wednesday Night check-in location and procedure
    Check in with the Kidcheck station on second floor. All Wednesday evening programming for Fountain Littles and Fountain Kids occurs on second floor.

    Check in time 6:15 p.m.
    There will be a volunteer at the door at the top of the stairs who will greet you at the door. After 6:30 p.m. the door will be closed for safety purposes. A Ring doorbell is available. Just push the Ring doorbell and our alert chimes in our rooms. Someone will come and let you in the locked door. Pick up is 7:30 p.m.

    Tuesday Night Celebrate Recovery Crosswalk Check-in and procedure

    Childcare and programming are offered for age six weeks- 12 years on Tuesday nights.

    Kidcheck security is in place.

    Parents may check in children at 6:15 p.m. and pick up is 8:30 p.m.

    FAQ
    Sunday Fountain Kids & Fountain Littles FAQs:

    What if I have a baby or toddler and it’s my first visit?
    Come to the Welcome Center located mid hallway and someone from our Sunday staff will assist you in setting up an account. Please include any special needs, allergies, etc. for your child and let the childcare staff individual know as well.

    How will I find the baby or toddler room?
    Visit the Welcome center and a childcare volunteer will assist you to the room and give you a tour.

    What if it’s my chidren’s first time?
    Same procedure to create a check in account as above and a Fountain Kids leader will walk you and your child to the second floor, give you a short tour of our themed classes. If it is your first time, you will be asked by the Fountain Kids Leader which service or class you are attending. You will be escorted to the service of your choice or a Sunday School class.

    Will my child have snacks in their class?
    We do provide snacks for Fountain Littles (goldfish, animal crackers, water). K-5th graders have snacks available upon entrance at the Welcome Center with parents. We only provide snacks for K-5th grade on Sunday morning if it is a special occasion and parents have prior notification.

    If my child becomes ill or has an event, how will I be notified?
    One of our leaders will come and get you. That is the reason that your location is entered when you check your child in through Kidcheck.

    Wednesday Night FAQs:

    What if I am in choir or a Celebrate Recovery Step Study class that goes past 7:30 p.m.?
    We have extended childcare until 8:30 p.m. in the same location.

    If my child stays for extended care, do you provide homework assistance?
    We are unable to do provide homework assistance on Wednesday nights.

    Tuesday Night FAQs

    Will my child be fed dinner on Tuesday evening?
    Dinner is provided for families beginning at 5:30 p.m. in Wesley Hall on first floor beside the gymnasium. You may enjoy dinner with your children before checking them in.

    Will my child get to play on the playground, or will they be inside the entire two hours?
    Weather permitting, our Tuesday night schedule allows for 25 minutes of outside time.

    Safety Guidelines

    Your child’s safety is important to us! KidCheck is a secure check-in for the safety of our Fountain Kids. The check-in stations are located on first floor at the Welcome Center, and on the second floor in the children’s rooms (two stations). The parent receives a printed Fountain Kids guardian label for child pick-up and the child wears a Fountain Kids name tag for identification and allergy alert in class. Upon pickup, the Fountain Kids guardian label is matched to the child’s label by an adult at the classroom door. If you are new and do not have an account, please create your child’s account with the KidCheck link abouve. Fountain Kids follows the Safe Sanctuaries policy of FCUMC. All paid and volunteer workers are background checked and fully trained.

    Safe Sanctuaries 
    Recognizing the growing threat of child abuse and its presence even among God’s own people, the 1996 General Conference adopted a resolution on “Reducing the Risk of Child Sexual Abuse in the Church” which states, “God calls us to make our churches safe places, protecting children and other vulnerable persons from sexual and ritual abuse. God calls us to create communities of faith where children and adults grow safe and strong.” Safe Sanctuaries is the movement and initiative to fulfill this call upon us – to make our churches safe places for the young and the vulnerable and those in ministry with them.

    For any of our off-campus events, a medical release form is necessary for participation.

    Sick Child Guidelines

    Fountain Kids/ Fountain Littles/Celebrate Recovery/Special Events Sick Child Guidelines

    • FEVER: Child should be fever free for 24 hours without medication.
    • VOMITING/DIARRHEA: Child should be episode free for 24 hours.
    • STREP THROAT: Child should have started antibiotics 24 hours before attending.
    • SORE THROAT/COUGH:  Child should not attend with a sore throat, croup or persistent coughing associated with respiratory infection
    • PINK EYE:  Attend only after 24 hours of antibiotics, no matting or drainage occurs, and the child is no long rubbing the eye.
    • RASH:  Children with an unexplained or contagious rash should not attend.
    • LICE/OTHER INFESTATION:  Children should not attend until after treatment, and all live lice and visible nits have been removed.

    Parent Cue

    Develop your child’s character with expertise from childhood development leaders, educators, and real parents just like you. Build an everyday faith through fun Bible story videos, memory verses, prayers, and conversation prompts. Establish a lasting connection by making the most of the moments you already spend together at morning time, mealtime, drive time, and bedtime.

    Have you downloaded the FREE Parent Cue app that aligns with Fountain Kids and Fountain Littles weekly Bible story, scripture and character connection? It’s free and available for Apple and Android devices.

    Other Yearly Fun:

    • Vacation Bible School
    • Parent Nights Out
    • Sunday Family get togethers
    • Father Daughter Dance
    • Welcome To Bethlehem
    • Christmas Eve Family Nativity Service
    • Nerf Wars, Glow Parties and so much more!

    Volunteer

    How can I volunteer for Fountain Kids and Fountain Littles? A background check and online training is required. We would be delighted to have your participation in our ministry. Please contact Donna Lewis for more information.

    Questions? Contact Donna Lewis, Student Ministries Director.

    Children’s Music

    Genesis Bells

    • Open to students in grades 3-5
    • Meets from 5:00 to 5:30 pm on Wednesdays

    Fountain Voices

    • A children’s music experience
    • For students grades 1-5
    • Taught by Lyndsey Ullom
    • Wednesdays from 6:00-6:30pm
    •  Contact Donna Lewis to register