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Children's Ministry

Summer Camps 

Summer is a great time to be with friends, have fun doing something you love, or try something new. Come join us as we play and create, design and experiment, sing and dance, serve and worship! 

View/share/download our complete Summer 2026 Schedule of Children's Camps.

Registration is open for FUMCR camps.
Registration opens in January for Triumph Sports and Bridgeport camps.

For camps with grade ranges, use the current grade for eligibility.

Camps and registration links will be added below when registration opens.
  • Vacation Bible Camp  •  Prek 4 - 6th grade (completing in May 2026)  •  June 8-12
        When & Where: June 8-12  •  9am-1pm  •  
        Ages: Prek 4 - 6th grade (completing in May 2026)
        Cost: $30
    “Jesus’s Greatest Hits!”- a week of Worship, Wonder, Service & Fun

    Campers will discover some of Jesus’s most unforgettable teachings, miracles, and moments of love.

    June 8-12, 9am-12noon

    Throughout the week, campers will:
      •  Worship God with upbeat songs and motions
      •  Learn stories and scripture through hands-on activities
      •  Serve others through meaningful mission projects
      •  Create crafts, enjoy themed snacks, and play games
      •  Grow in friendship and experience God’s big love

    Who Can Attend:
      •  Pre-K 4 - 6th grade (completing 2026)
      •  Pre-K 3 may attend with a parent volunteer

    Want to Make a Difference? Volunteer With Us!

    VBC is one of the most exciting and transformational weeks of the year, not only for children but for the adults and youth who walk alongside them. When you invest in our kids, you gain so much in return: joy, laughter, purpose, community, and the chance to see God at work in powerful ways. 

    We can’t wait for an amazing week learning, singing, growing, and celebrating Jesus together! 

    Register

    Campers Children, 4 years - 6th grade as of Sept 1, 2025

    Adult Volunteers

    Teen Volunteers

        Use links above to register online December 1, 2025
        Questions? Contact Natalie Nenovich at NNenovich@fumcr.com or 972.996.0121
  • Art Camp  •  Prek 3-5th grade (completing in May 2026)  •  June 22-25
        When & Where: June 22-25  •  9am-12pm  •  Children's Ministry
        Ages: Prek 3-5th grade (completing in May 2026)
        Cost: $120

    This summer, children are invited to a joyful week of creativity and faith at Art Camp, where we explore how God made each of us unique, imaginative, and wonderfully creative! Throughout the week, campers will discover that art is one of the many beautiful ways we worship, celebrate, and experience God’s love.

    Children will:
      •  Create art inspired by scripture and the beauty of God’s creatio
      •  Explore how creativity is a gift from God
      •  Use different art mediums
      •  Hear Bible stories that remind us God is the Master Creator
      •  Work on collaborative art pieces that reflect the Body of Christ
      •  Grow in faith as they learn that their talents and ideas are part of God’s good work in the world
      •  Enjoy music, prayer, and fun throughout each day

    Art Camp is a place where kids can express themselves, build confidence, make friends, and discover how God can use their creativity to shine light and joy into the world.

    Come create with us! We can’t wait to see how God works through your child’s imagination and heart this summer.

        Register Online December 1, 2025
        Questions? Contact Natalie Nenovich at NNenovich@fumcr.com or 972.996.0121
  • Explorers Camp  •  PreK 3 - 5th grade (completing in May 2026)  •  June 29 - July 2
        When & Where: June 29 - July 2  •  9am-12pm  •  Children's Ministry
        Ages: PreK 3 - 5th grade (completing in May 2026)
        Cost: $120

    Get ready for a week of curiosity, wonder, and hands-on discovery! Explorers Camp invites children to dive into the amazing world of science, STEM, and creation as we learn how God’s world works and how we can care for it. Throughout the week, campers will explore the truth that God is the Creator of everything, from tiny atoms to towering mountains, and gave us curious minds to learn, explore, and invent.

    Children will:
      •  Experiment with science activities and simple STEM challenges
      •  Build, design, test, and re-create in fun engineering projects
      •  Explore nature and creation, noticing God’s fingerprints everywhere
      •  Hear Bible stories that celebrate God’s creativity and wisdom
      •  Work together to problem-solve and discover new ideas
      •  Grow in faith as they learn that exploring God’s world is a form of worship
      •  Enjoy music, movement, and joyful fellowship each day

    Explorers Camp sparks curiosity and confidence, helping kids see that science and faith go hand in hand, both helping us discover more about God’s amazing world.

    Come explore with us! We can’t wait to see what your child will discover about God, creation, and themselves this summer! 

        Register Online December 1, 2025
        Questions? Contact Natalie Nenovich at NNenovich@fumcr.com or 972-996-0121
  • Mission Camp  •  2nd-5th grade (completing in May 2026)  •  July 6- 9
        When & Where: July 6- 9  •  9am-3pm  •  Children's Ministry
        Ages: 2nd-5th grade (completing in May 2026)
        Cost: $120

    This summer, children are invited to a powerful and joy-filled week at Missions Camp, where we learn what it means to follow Jesus by serving others with compassion, courage, and love. Through stories, hands-on projects, and meaningful experiences, campers will discover that every child can make a difference in God’s world.

    Children will:
      •  Learn about real needs in our community and world and reflect on what Scripture teaches us about justice, kindness, generosity, and love. 
      •  Experience hands-on activities that help them understand what others face and how small acts of care can make a big difference.
      •  Advocate and show care for others through art, writing, storytelling, or creative projects just like Jesus did.
      •  Impact and bless our neighbors through tangible service projects like packing kits, creating encouraging notes, sorting items, and more.
      •  Have fun with games, fellowship, and activities that remind us serving others is a gift God invites us to celebrate.

    • Missions Camp is a week where hearts grow, faith deepens, and children learn that they are part of God’s mission to bring hope into the world.
        Register Online December 1, 2025
        Questions? Contact Natalie Nenovich at NNenovich@fumcr.com or 972.996.0121

Summer 2026 Kids' Camps Schedule

Events for Children & Families
 
Tuesday Night Basketball

Tuesdays, 4-6pm, Bartula Family Life Center

Advent and Christmas

Experience the wholeness of God’s presence this season!

Community Movie Night

Fri, Dec 5, 5:30-8pm, Coleman Family Hall / Worship & Arts Center

Santa's Village 2025 - Ornament Factory

Dec 6-21, 6-9pm, Huffhines Park

Children's Choir Christmas Musical

Sun, Dec 14, 3-4pm, Worship & Arts Center

Wonderfully Made

Jan 22-24, Worship & Arts Center and Room 230


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