Your child’s (and your!) faith journey is important to us, and our Children's and Family Ministries are here to accompany your family on your way.
We offer a wide variety of activities throughout the year, including weekly events based on age-level, programming for the entire family, and more.
To receive our weekly family ministries updates, email us at children@asburyfirst.org.
VBS 2027 will be held during the week of August 2nd to August 6th. Morning programming (9am - 12pm) will include games, science, storytime, crafts, music, and snack. An additional afternoon "Outreach Camp" is in the works! Keep an eye out for more details in this space as August approaches. In the meantime, if you have any questions or need more information, contact Jo Urriola-Schonewolf, Coordinator for Age-Level Ministries at VBS@asburyfirst.org
Childcare professionals and volunteers offer a safe and loving childcare space for both worship services, Sunday School, and inter-service fellowship during the program year.
Sundays, September–May, 11 am, Sanctuary
After Children's Time during the 11am worship service, children are invited to attend Sunday School. Each week's lesson is provided through age-appropraiate books, songs, arts & crafts, and free play, allowing children to explore their interests and talents.
Children are always welcome to say with their parents during the entire service! We offer Children's Worship Bags at each Sanctuary entrance for use during the worship service, to help you and your child(ren) worship together. Inside, you'll find:
Open to children ages 3 through 5th grade, the Christmas Eve Pageant is performed each year during the 4 o'clock service on December 24th. Please visit the Children's and Youth Discipleship table on Connection Sunday to sign up for our email list, or watch this space for more details and rehearsal times. Questions? Contact children@asburyfirst.org.
Our musical groups rehearse on Wednesday evenings on the second floor of the education wing, Room 201.
We also serve a community dinner on Wednesday evenings from 5:30-6 pm, for all involved in music rehearsals or who want to connect mid-week. Gluten-free options are available!
| CLASS | AGE | TIME | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hallelujah Kids | Pre K-1 | 5-5:30 pm | Room 201 |
| Wesley Singers & Ringers | Grades 2-5 | 6-7 pm | Room 201 |
Each year, Asbury First hosts events for families. For the most updated listing of times, please check the events calendar. If you are looking for wholesome, educational, faith-based fun, then check out the following events. If you are interested in any of these events and would like to learn more, contact Jo Urriola-Schonewolf or Alex Hunt at children@asburyfirst.org.
| DATE | ACTIVITY |
|---|---|
| September 13, 2026 | Connection Sunday; First Day of Sunday School Program Year, 11 am |
| September 16, 2026 | Children's Music Groups and Community Dinners Begin, 5 pm |
| October 18, 2026 | Bible Sunday: 11 am service – 3rd graders receive Bibles |
| October 24, 2026 | Asbury First Intergenerational Hoedown – BBQ Dinner and Square Dancing! |
| October 28, 2026 | Costume Community Dinner & "Trick-or-Treating" in Education Wing |
| December 9, 2026 | Advent Winter Wonder Night: Family Dinner & Music, 6 pm |
| December 24, 2026 | Christmas Pageant: Come and enjoy the children's performance of our beloved Christmas pageant — Sanctuary, 4 pm |
| February 28, 2027 | Pretzel Sunday: Join us for a 50+ year tradition of making pretzels and learning how they're connected to the season of Lent |
| March 26, 2027 | Good Friday Family Night: Gathering Center, 5:30–7 pm |
| March 28, 2027 | Easter Sunday |
| April 18, 2027 | Children's Sunday: Children’s Musical is performed during the 11 am service |
| June 6, 2027 | Youth Sunday & Church Carnival |
| August 2-6, 2027 | Vacation Bible School, with afternoon Outreach Camp |
For more information about Children's Ministries or to sign up for an event, please contact Jo Urriola-Schonewolf or Alex Hunt at children@asburyfirst.org, or by calling 585-271-1050 x111.