Welcome! Children are a vital part of our faith community. Our goal is to partner with families to share the love of God with children and nourish life-long relationships with Christ Jesus. Or, as we put it, to help kids grow in faith.


For more information about our Children's Ministries at Gary United Methodist Church in Wheaton, IL, please contact Carey Williams Bebar, Director of Christian Education, at 630-668-3100 x105 or cbebar@garychurch.org.


Another way to stay connected to Gary Kids is by joining the Gary Kids Facebook page. Check out activities, videos and devotions that help faith grow at home.


Gary Kids Registration Form



Sundays


Kids' Church
All preschool 3s through third graders are invited to the Lower Level after the children's time during 9 a.m. worship and after the Scripture reading at 11:11 a.m. worship. Please sign in at our Gary Kids Check-in Station located just outside the Sanctuary.


Helping Hands 

Fourth Sunday during 9 a.m. Kids’ Church
All children ages preschool 3s through grade 5 are invited to the Lower Level to use their “helping hands” to help our local, national and global neighbors.


Sunday School, 10 a.m.
Preschool through grade 3: Lower Level
Grades 4–5: Anderson Room, Main Level




Wednesdays


Wednesday night children’s music

All Gary Kids are invited to grow in faith and serve in love through the music ministry! Cherub Choir, Friendship Choir and Good News Ringers all meet on Wednesdays. See music page for details and register here.

 

Wednesday night child care

Wednesdays, 6:15–8 p.m.

Wednesday night child care is offered for children preschool 3s through fifth grade. This supervised playtime is available for families with children in multiple choirs and/or parents seeking childcare during class meetings or small group studies. Contact Pastor Carey for more information.



Gary Kids Calendar 









Tuesdays, July 8 and Aug. 12, 10-11 a.m., Courtyard

Families with 3 to 5-year-olds (accompanied by an adult) please join us this summer for a sharing of stories, activities and treats. We will meet the second Tuesdays of June, July and August for an hour of summertime morning fun. Register here.


Friday, July 18– Sunday, July 20

Families are invited to Pine Lake Camp in Westfield, Wisconsin to spend a weekend growing closer to God and each other through nature, worship and play.


Accommodations

Retreat Center Room: Hotel style with private bath including 1 queen bed and 1 twin bed with twin trundle. Cost: $180 per room + $40 per person after 2 (family of 3...$220, family of 4...$260, etc.).

Meals

Cost: $75 per person 13+ and $45 per child ages 3-12

 

Activity Fee

$40 per family covers the cost of weekend crafts and activities


Register here.


More events

Summer worship schedule

From now through Aug. 31, we will worship together at 9 a.m. Kids’ Church will continue at 9 a.m. followed by Special Blend fellowship at 10 a.m. Our second worship service and Sunday School for all ages will resume Sept. 7. 

 

Park Babies

Sundays, July 13 and Aug. 3, 12 p.m., Kelly Park

Families with babies and toddlers are invited to a monthly playgroup at the park. Pack a picnic or just come for the fun!


Kane County Cougars Game: Superhero Night

Friday, Aug. 1, 6:30 p.m.

Take me out to the ballgame … superhero style! All are invited to marvel at the Super Cougars for this family fun event. Tickets are $10 per person, with preferred parking for $10 per pass. Register here by July 23, and pick up your tickets in church on July 27. For details, contact Carey Williams Bebar. 



Service opportunity


Acolytes wanted

If you’re a fourth, fifth, sixth or seventh grader, we’d love to have you serve as an acolyte in worship. To learn more about this meaningful position, contact Pastor Daniel Cochran or sign up here.