By Martha Bell, Congregational Engagement

There is something truly special about helping kids with their spiritual development. Participating in Family Ministry offers a unique kind of worship that not only allows you to be silly and spontaneous but also provides adults with a life-enhancing opportunity to listen to our children, nurture their sense of belonging, and hear them articulate their faith. Adults often learn about their own spirituality as they share it with our children. The work of developing inquisitive, justice-oriented, compassionate members of society has huge potential for impact, not just for you personally, but for UUCWC and the greater world. 

How You Can Participate

There are many one-time events where volunteers are welcomed. Here are some examples of projects you might want to participate in:

• Social and holiday events that support families connecting with each other and the church

• Super Sundays, which are all-ages activities during the full worship hour

• Volunteering in the nursery to introduce the youngest members of our congregation to rituals like chalice lightings and singing together

More About Family Ministry

Family Ministry members work with the Director of Family Ministry. Together, they strategize our children’s educational programming and how to support it, taking the long view of a child’s experience at church from nursery to bridging at 18 years old.

Teachers are fully supported with prep time and supplies, and do not need any teaching background to take on this role, which sits at the center of our ministry. There are also many ways to participate that don’t involve teaching, including working to support individual projects or events. Anyone who loves kids can support our families and parents by volunteering in the Family Ministry program! Contact the Director of Family Ministry, Julie Rigano, at jrigano@uucwc.org to learn more.