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Junius B. Dotson,
Senior Pastor
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Saint Mark UMC
1525 N. Lorraine Street
Wichita, Kansas 67214

 
 
 
 
   

 

 

 

 

Welcome to The Promise Land Children’s Ministry @ Saint Mark. We are glad you have joined us via the worldwide web.  Visit us often, as we desire to keep you informed of the happenings and activities of the Promise Land Children’s Ministry.

The Promise Land Children’s Ministry is quite comprehensive at Saint Mark.  We minister to children from birth to 5th grade, helping them to discover and grow in their relationship with God, one another, their families and their community as they understand and embrace Christ-like behaviors, values and attitudes.

We do this by promoting creative and exciting learning in a safe, nurturing environment.  Promise Land programs equip children with a spiritual foundation that will facilitate a healthy, victorious and productive life for them as Christians.

Through our partnership with parents and volunteers, we offer a variety of ministry opportunities for children to cultivate, nourish and grow in the faith of each child.   Take a look
 
 
Church School

Church School is each Sunday at 9:00am.  From age the 3 year old toddler, to 5th grade—our overall theme is to “Build the Village through Church School”.  Our focus is on building an effective and loving Church School experience for our children.  The “Live Big” curriculum from Cokesbury, which gives teachers multifaceted tools for presenting lessons, is mainly used.  Join one of our many classes, we look forward to seeing you!

      Classes                                  Ages
  • Sunrise                             3 & 4 yr. olds
  • Pathfinders                       Kindergarten
  • Explorers I                       First Grade
  • Explorers II                      Second Grade
  • Trailblazers                      Third Grade
  • Superstars I                     Fourth Grade
  • Superstars II                    Fifth Grade
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Children's Worship Celebration

Children Worship TOO! – Worship celebration is each Sunday at 11:15 a.m. for our Kindergarten through 5th grade.  These young people participate in all facets of worship.  Here are just a few, GET CONNECTED NOW!

  • 1st –Communion Day observed for children in their service.
  •  2nn, 3rd, & 4th, regular worship service for children, this includes children participating in lessons that correlate with the Senior Pastor’s Thematic Series, Bible verses are learned, puppets ministry helps to enhance learning, Bible games and activities are also used to reinforce learning, many learning opportunities are given to the children.  Guest speakers are invited in to share God’s Word with the students, and each Sunday, children take home their own Worship bulletin with a variety of activities to do during the week.  The children enjoy and participate in their own Praise Team; their leader is a young innovative lover of children.  We have two dynamic teachers who deliver the lessons clear and precise to the children, using a myriad of tools.  They also work on art and craft projects that reflect their current Bible lessons.  Children are learning the power of praise and worship as they fellowship.
  • 5th –Family Worship Day-children worship in the Sanctuary with family and friends.
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Music Ministry

Magnification makes a difference!  Each Monday, there are several music ministry opportunities for the children of Promise Land.  Mark your calendar now and let’s Praise the Lord through MUSIC!

Cherub Choir: ages 3-5
Rehearses Mondays @ 6:30pm; Location WC 213; Sings on 2nd Sundays

Angelic Choir: ages 6-11
Rehearses Mondays @ 6:30pm; Location Sanctuary; Sings on 2nd Sundays   (Cherub & Angelic Choirs alternate singing 9:00 & 11:15 services.).

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Kids For Christ

Each Wednesday while adults are enjoying the powerful teachings during “The Journey”, the Kids For Christ Wednesday Night Live Program is jumping, too!

Kids for Christ is an interactive evening of teaching and learning.  Teachers implement different kinds of learning stations by using a rotation system for kids to experience while learning.  These stations include “CSI”, Christian Scripture Investigation) station, craft station, snack station, game station and transformation station.  Immediate and long-term incentive goals have been implemented to encourage and empower children. Stations are fun, interactive and are usually theme oriented. 

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Babes In Christ

Babes in Christ ministry provide child care for infants and toddlers in a nurturing, loving Christian environment.   This ministry seeks to develop children socially, emotionally and spiritually.  The activities include Bible lessons, faith-based videos, music, learning centers, learning games, and praise and worship opportunities.  This ministry is offered to parents during the Worship Celebrations, most church events and church meetings.  The Nursery is divided into 3 main areas: infants: 0-1 yr. old; infants: 1½ - 2 year olds, and toddlers 3-4 year olds, on Sundays only.
 
During the weeknights and special events the Nursery is open to ages 0-5th grade.

To get involved with one of the ministries listed below, contact, Ila Redmond, children’s coordinator @316.681.2214.

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Acolytes
The Acolytes ministry enriches the life of young children by teaching them the importance and reverence of their service in worship.  Acolytes enter the church in procession at the beginning of the service as candle lighters, bringing the light of God.  They leave the sanctuary at the end of service after extinguishing the candles, taking the light into the world.   Contact the children’s coordinator to get connected.
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Confirmation

Children are able to confirm their faith in Christ Jesus using an awesome curriculum specifically designed to prepare them to be disciples and to teach the sacraments of the United Methodist Church.   Check with the children’s coordinator or church office for the next available meeting dates and times.

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