Children’s Ministry Newsletter September 2025
Hello Heritage KIDS and Families!
As routines settle in, we hope your family is off to a smooth and joyful start to the new school year. Here at Heritage, we're stepping into the season with a full calendar of exciting events, meaningful gatherings, and opportunities to grow in faith together. From the fun of Pumpkin Palooza and the Top Golf Family PAR-TEE, to discipleship moments like My Bible Class for 3rd–5th graders, there’s something for everyone. Be sure to check out all the upcoming dates—including Communion Sunday, Volunteer Appreciation Dinner, and our church-wide dinner and conference. Volunteer sign-ups are open for Pumpkin Palooza, and while some events ask for an RSVP via Google Form, it’s appreciated but not required. Let’s make this fall a season of connection, celebration, and community!
Skate Night - Returns in 2026
Upcoming Events
September 4th - Lunch with Friends - Noon - Fellowship Hall
**September 7th- Communion Sunday
September 7th- Children’s Ministry Teen Training- 12:30pm in B6
September 14th - Top Golf Par-Tee Tournament
September 25th - Volunteer Appreciation Dinner - 6:30pm - Fellowship Hall
September 29th - Church Dinner - 5pm - Fellowship Hall and Conference - 6:30pm - Sanctuary
October 4th - Pumpkin Patch Set Up - 8am - Noon
October 5th - Children’s Ministry Session 1: My Bible Class - 12:30pm
October 11th - Pumpkin Unload - 8am - Noon
October 11th - Pumpkin Patch Grand Opening Noon - 7pm
October 12th - Children’s Ministry Session 2: My Bible Class - 12:30pm
October 19th - Pumpkin Palooza - 5-7pm
**Elementary children are asked to worship with their families, then after the children's message and communion parents will bring their children to their small group space. Younger children are welcome to attend service to receive communion with their families or they may attend Nursery as normal.
Save the Date for Pumpkin Palooza!
Join us on Sunday, October 19 from 5:00–7:00 PM at Heritage UMC for a fun fall festival the whole family will love! Enjoy carnival games, bounce houses, storytime in the pumpkin patch, a scavenger hunt, concessions, and more—all in a safe, welcoming environment. Volunteer sign-ups are now open—we’d love your help making this event a success! If you are planning to attend, an RSVP via our Google Form is appreciated (but not required) to help us plan for food and fun. Invite your friends and neighbors—we can’t wait to see you there!
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Family Par-Tee!
Come join us for our annual Family Par-Tee on September 14th at Top-Golf! There will be a round of golf, finger foods and drinks included into a cost of $50 per adult and $25 per child. It will be a lot of family fun!
Opportunities to sponsor and register players is open now on the Family Par-Tee webpage.
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Please Join Us
Calling all 3rd–5th grade students and their parents! We’d love for you to join us on October 5th at 12:30 PM in the Fellowship Hall for our My Bible Class. Lunch will be provided as we gather to explore how students can better understand the Bible and apply its stories to everyday life. It’s a meaningful time for learning and growing together in faith.
Please be sure to sign up by October 1st—we can’t wait to see you there!
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Pumpkins are coming!
We will need all hands on desk for set up and unload days, and if each family takes a shift or two we will get them covered in no time!
Questions? Email: Lighthousestudentministry@heritageumc.com
Sunday Morning Programing
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Elementary Heritage KIDS Curriculum
SERIES DESCRIPTION
It’s hard to be brave. But when we look at God’s Big Story, we can reflect on how He can help us be brave even when things are scary or hard.
CORE QUESTION
How can I trust that God can help me?
CORE INSIGHT
God’s Spirit / Transformation
MEMORY VERSE
When I’m afraid, I put my trust in you. (Psalm 56:3, NIrV)
Week One: Moses (Exodus 3–6:12, 7–12:42, 13:17–14:31)
Bottom Line: God can give you courage when you don’t feel ready.
Week Two: Joshua and the Spies (Numbers 13–14:35)
Bottom Line: God can give you courage when others are afraid.
Week Three: Rahab Helps the Spies (Joshua 2)
Bottom Line: God can give you courage to help someone in need.
Week Four: Ruth (Ruth 1)
Bottom Line: God can give you courage when you don’t know what’s next.
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Heritage Little KIDS Curriculum (Nursery and Preschool)
SERIES DESCRIPTION
God had plans when He made the sun, moon, and stars. God had plans when He made rain fall and plants grow. God had plans when He filled the ocean and land with animals. So why would we doubt that God has plans for the one thing He created in His very own image?
KEY QUESTION
Who has plans for you?
BOTTOM LINE
God has plans for me.
Week One: Adam and Eve (Genesis 1:27-28; 2:15, 19-20)
Week Two: Baby Moses* (Exodus 2:1-10)
Week Three: King Josiah (2 Chronicles 34)
Week Four: Abraham and Sarah (Genesis 12:1-3; 15:5-6; 18:1-4; 21:1-7)
MEMORY VERSE
“‘For I know the plans I have for you,’ says the Lord.” (Jeremiah 29:11 NLT)