Arborlawn Children’s Ministry
It is our goal that each child knows and experiences God through the loving message of Jesus and the stories from the Bible. Providing a safe and nurturing environment for all of our children, from infants to 5th grade, is of utmost importance.
The ultimate goal is for all of our children to know that they are children of God.
Sunday Morning Opportunities
Nursery
Sunday Morning Nursery: 8:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. A nursery is a place where each child receives loving care and attention. Children from infants to toddlers are in age-appropriate rooms. Nursery rooms are located on the first floor of the main church building.
Preschool-Kindergarten
Preschool-5th Grade Sunday School: 9:45-10:40 a.m. Children are provided age-appropriate Biblically based Christian education and activities.
Elementary Age
Elementary students experience the stories of the Bible in the innovative “Faith Walk, A Journey Through the Kingdom,” our Rotation-model Sunday school.
Weekday Opportunities
Children’s Day Out 
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
“Children’s Day Out” is part of the nurturing ministries for children at Arborlawn United Methodist Church. This program, provides an opportunity for parents, grandparents, brothers, sisters, and/or guardians to enjoy time alone while their children are cared for in both a structured and a loving Christian environment. During the school year, our program is for ages six-weeks through pre-kindergarten. In the summer, we also host school-age children through the 5th grade. Nell Cantwell directs this program. 817.731.0701. For more information click here.
Mother’s Day Out
Wednesdays & Fridays, 9:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
"Mother's Day Out" provides an opportunity for children and their parents, grandparents, brothers, sisters, and/or guardians to enjoy time alone while their children are cared for in both a structured and a loving Christian environment. Call Dana Thompson at 817.731.0701
Parents’ Night Out
Every Other Friday evening 6:00-10:00 p.m.
Parents’ Night Out is a ministry of Arborlawn for parents in our church and friends of the community. This is an opportunity for parents to have an evening out while the children spend quality time in a caring, Christian atmosphere. Children are supervised by experienced staff and teenage helpers. An on-sight director is present for each evening. While you are out, your children will enjoy: games, crafts, stories, snacks, movies, and outside play. You can call Nell Cantwell at 817-731-0701 x106 for more information, or click here.
Kingdom Dance Kids Summer Camp (June 9-13)
Ages 3-12, 9:00 A.M. to Noon, Cost is $120Registration forms are located in the Gathering Area.
Mission Camp (June 22-26)
For kids exiting 3rd grade to kids exiting 5th grade.
4:30-8:30 P.M. cost is $50.
Chior Camp (July 7-11)
For kids exiting 1st grade thru 5th grade.9:00 A.M. to Noon, cost is $35.
VBS (July 21-25)
For kids 3 years by 09/01/07 thru exiting 2nd grade.9:00 A.M. to Noon, cost is FREE
Register in the Gathering Area
YMCA Day Camps (Weekly All Summer)
YMCA Specialty Camps (Weekly All Summer)
Arborlawn Children’s Center
Monday-Friday. Call Gretchen Dills at 817-737-9849
childrenscenter@arborlawnumc.org
To the Parents and Families of the Arborlawn Children’s Center 3-19-2008
We regret to inform you that the Arborlawn Children’s Center will suspend operations effective June 6th 2008. Construction of a new sanctuary and additional education space for the church is set to begin this summer prompting concerns for the safety and well being of the children. The development of the northwest end of the campus will directly affect the area immediately surrounding the Children’s Center and the presence of heavy machinery and construction crews poses a disruptive and potentially dangerous challenge for the children and staff during the 18-24 month construction phase.
The decision to suspend operations was announced by the Leadership Council of Arborlawn after exploring numerous options. The decision is particularly difficult in light of the strong legacy of loving care provided by the Center over the past twenty years to the children and families of our community. We recognize and deeply appreciate Gretchen, the teachers and staff of the Children’s Center for their outstanding leadership and invaluable work with our children.
As Director, Gretchen Dills has done a remarkable job in leading, managing and developing the Center making this an even more difficult decision. The decision to suspend operations is based solely on concerns for the safety of the children. Once the construction phase is completed we will again explore various options in regard to preschool and childcare ministries.
Our intent in making the announcement now is to assist families and staff in formulating alternative plans for the summer and fall. This is a painful and difficult decision and we are particularly sensitive to the needs of our teachers, families and children. On Monday additional information on local centers and other childcare options will be made available to assist you in providing a safe and positive environment for your child this summer.
Our primary concern is for the safety of the children. We apologize for the inconvenience and disruption caused by the construction phase and will continue to work with you to ensure that every child has a safe, secure and loving environment beyond June 6th. We will follow up with information regarding the refunding of security deposits and registration fees. Again, thank you for the privilege and honor of allowing us to provide a loving and caring place for your child. Sincerely,
Rev. Ben Disney
Senior Minister
Kim Cordell
Director of Children’s Ministries