North Scottsdale UMC Children's Ministry

WELCOME to North Scottsdale U.M.C. kid's website!
We are a family friendly United Methodist church in Scottsdale, AZ.

Sunday School Classes

NSUMC offers two Sunday School opportunities: 8:30 a.m. Creativity Studio and 10:00 a.m. traditional Sunday School. We also have a nursery for babies and toddlers.

Godly Play

Our Sunday School teachers host a Godly Play worship experience for our children as part of their Sunday School classroom experience during our 10:00 a.m. service during the school year.

Creative Christians

We are fortunate to offer a weekday after-school program for children ages 5-12 years old. This creative group meets on Fridays from 3:30-5:00 p.m.

North Scottsdale UMC home page link

VBS/Summer Day Camp
ROLLING RIVER RAMPAGE
June 25-29, 2018 --- 9a-12noon

North Scottsdale United Methodist Church’s 2018 summer day camp is entitled “Rolling River Rampage.” This camp adventure will be held Monday, June 25 through Friday, June 29, 9:00 a.m. until 12:00 noon at NSUMC. It is open to all children ages three through twelve. The requested donation is $45 per child for the entire week’s program.

At Rolling River Rampage children will discover that life is an adventure full of wonder and surprise, and that they can count on God to be with them on the entire journey. VBS Rolling River Rampage offers energizing music, interactive bible puppetry, super science experiments, creative crafts, hands-on mission work, delicious snacks, and active games that will help kids ride the rapids of amazing grace!! The adventure includes curriculum from Steve Spangler Science http://www.stevespanglerscience.com/. There will also be a 14’ waterslide for the campers to enjoy on Friday!

Call the church office at 480-948-0529 to request a registration form or visit them on-line at http://www.nsumckids.info/vbs-day-camp--rolling-river-rampage.html and printout a registration form that will need to be returned to the church office (11735 North Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85254). Or just stop by Monday morning, June 25th with a completed registration form for each child.

VBS VOLUNTEER MEETINGS

It’s that time of year again, when we begin to plan for our “Rolling RIver Rampage” Day Camp. This fun-packed camp will be held Monday, June 25th through Friday, June 29th, 9:00 a.m. until 12:00 noon at NSUMC. "Rolling River Rampage" Vacation Bible Day-Camp 2018 children will explore how to put their faith into action! Campers will experience scripture stories through: drama, art, cooking, games, science and puppetry. There will also be a 14’ waterslide for the campers to enjoy on Friday!

The final VBS volunteer meeting is our "Decorating Party" on Sunday June 24th, 1:00p.m. until 3:00 pm. We supply the decorations and directions and you decorate! Your friends and family are invited to help!

NEW TIME:
-Sunday, June 24th @ 1:00-3:00pm to decorate for VBS
(following Pastor Stuart's Going Away Party!)

VBS Mission Project

Every summer during NSUMC’s Summer Day Camp, we ask camper families to help us help other children. We are asking the congregation to help our campers to make a donation of $10 -OR- two reusable/refillable water bottles to help give a less fortunate child a wonderful camping experience at Mingus Mountain UMC camp in Prescott, AZ.

Mingus Mountain Camp and Renewal Center is one of the United Methodist camps in Arizona. It is located near Prescott, Arizona. Surrounded by Prescott National Forest and at an elevation of 7,600 feet, the camp offers groups an unforgettable mountaintop experience.  The monetary donation will help subsidize camper scholarships for children who cannot afford this experience. The sweet children do not have the financial ability to attend these camps and enjoy uniquely immersive opportunities to experience Christian community and spiritual growth in a mountain top setting.

All donations will be collected on Sunday, June 25th during both services   as part of our wrap-up CELEBRATION!

Welcome NEW SENIOR PASTOR
Rev. David Rennick

June 11, 2018
Dear Friends in Faith,
It is with much excitement to come as your next Sr. Pastor. I have fond memories of serving at Scottsdale UMC during my early college years as God’s Spirit stirred in my heart and the call of ministry took hold. Now some twenty-eight years later a return to the Scottsdale area brings opportunities that I would have never imagined as a young adult.

Pastor Nancy and I have made it very intentional to create a transition that informs the needs of NSUMC and the congregation, current projects and programs, and the mission that is guiding our future. I am grateful for Pastor Nancy’s leadership along with a friendship that allows us to be candid beyond our collegial connection.

As we get acquainted I want to share with you an opportunity in the making. There will be a series of meet and greets in homes and places with a groups of approximately 10-12 people. This gathering will include light refreshments and conversation around four questions: How did you get to North Scottsdale UMC? How are you involved in church life? What keeps you coming back? What are your dreams for our church? I’ll take a few moments to share with you more about my family and faith journey and answer questions that you may have.

Our first month in worship we’ll explore the theme “Hearing Voices: Responding to the Call.” Through people like Samuel, Ruth & Naomi, and the Disciples, we’ll see how God’s call to be a follower of Jesus comes in all shapes and sizes and always can catch us with many a surprise.
As your new pastoral family, my wife Rebecca and daughter Alexandria (1 year old) will be joining in congregational life and look forward to greeting you. I have two adult sons I adopted as a single parent Phillip and Dustin. Both live in Arizona. We have a dog, Leyla, and a cat Gweny who keep us humble in the home. We have found a home north of the 101 around Hayden and Deer Valley Road and will be moving from Mesa in mid July.

We have much to look forward to and to celebrate as we serve together over the coming years. God has truly blessed NSUMC through its leadership and mostly through you, the people that make up our congregation.

Welcome BACK Pastor Wasson

David is an Arizona native who grew up in the Phoenix metro area and has been in full-time pastoral ministry for the last 12 years. He completed his seminary training at Fuller Theological Seminary.

Over the course of his pastoral ministry, David has served as a youth pastor, associate pastor, senior pastor and church planter. He has worked in a variety of ministry contexts from rural to urban and from suburban to inner city.

He has experience and passion in discipling and mentoring, along with teaching and systems building. He loves being with people and building relationships in the community.

Pastor David loves sports and is active in community sports leagues. He has worked in and enjoys photography and he says he is a decent cook. Check out his salsa recipe on our YouTube channel. ;-)
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOgxKiIVBKxxKkEmN5IMGxQ

Thank YOU,
Pastor Nancy!

Everyone is invited to celebrate Pastor Nancy's ministry at her GOING AWAY PARTY this Sunday, June 3rd @11am in the fellowship hall. Please bring your "well wishes" cards, gifts and hugs as we celebrate her seven years of ministry with NSUMC!

In Biblical writing’s, seven is considered to be the perfect number. It was a perfect seven years of having Pastor Nancy lead our congregation. We thank her for serving with a heart like Jesus! We will honor her service with a luncheon, music and a sharing of stories.
https://www.facebook.com/events/380655689101299/

Sunday School Teacher
Appreciation Breakfast

Join us SUNDAY,
MAY 6th
9:30am-10am
in room #11.

If you are a Sunday School teacher, would like to thank one or be one, YOU ARE INVITED!!! We are looking for s'more great Sudnay School teachers!

We will be thanking our incredible Sunday School teachers and our Nursery Staff for an amazing school year! We are so grateful that they have been so generous at sharing their time and talents with the children of NSUMC for the past nine months!!

Blessing of the Animals

YOU ARE INVITED to bring your pet to a “Blessing of Animals” Sunday, April 29th at 1:00 P.M. at North Scottsdale United Methodist Church, 11735 North Scottsdale Road, 85254. All pet owners and their pets are invited to come have the pastors offer a blessing on their pets.

"Blessing of Animals" is a witness to God's and the Church's love, care, and concern for creation. When we recognize our mutual interdependence with God's creatures, our stewardship of creation is also strengthened.

The entire community is invited to come celebrate their pets.

Learning the Lord's Prayer
PreK & Kindergarten Milestone

Our prekindergarten and kindergarten classes will celebrate their Lord’s Prayer Milestone during the 10:00 am worship service on Sunday, April 15th, 2018. The Sunday School teachers will work with the children throughout the school year to help them learn this very important prayer. This is a prayer that expresses God’s desire to have an ongoing relationship with them throughout their entire faith journey. Thank you to our parents for allowing them to be a part of this celebration!! All participants will receive a received a cuddly "prayer bear" as a gift for their new found success. We are grateful for our Sunday School teachers for being so supportive and dedicated throughout the entire school year!

Easter Service & Egg Hunt, April 1st

April 1st, 2018, 10:00 a.m.
Traditional Worship Service &
Easter Egg Hunt 10:00 a.m.
Adults may join NSUMC as the Sanctuary bursts into the colors of spring and both of the choirs fill the Choir Loft with the music. Activities and crafts for children will be in the Fellowship Hall during the service. The Easter Egg hunt will occur during the service. You are also invited to stop by the Fellowship Hall after service for coffee, sweets and friendly fellowship!

Labyrinth Walk, Mar. 25th, 2018
10:00-11:00 am

Our Sunday School children will be invited to participate during the 10:00 a.m. Sunday School time . They will experience five Holy Week stations and learn about the labyrinth.

The children will learn that a labyrinth does not have DEAD ENDS! We can never get lost. Walking toward the middle can be like walking towards God’s presence as we think about how we can better focus on God. In the middle we can thank God for our blessings. On our journey out of the labyrinth we can pray about how we can share God’s love to bless others.

1st-3rd Grade Communion Milestone

First through 3rd grade students are invited to celebrate the Communion Milestone at North Scottsdale United Methodist Church! We invite all first through 3rd grade students to celebrate the new information that they will learn about communion at a Milestone Celebration just for them on Sunday, February 25th, @ 10:00am in the NSUMC sanctuary located at, 11735 North Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, AZ, 85254

The Sunday School teachers will teach the students about communion throughout the month of January and February to help the students to better understand this very important part of the worship service. They will learn about the last supper, communion bread, the imagery and significance of the ritual.

All students are invited if they had attended one, or all of the Sunday School classes. Children received communion pins during the worship service presentation.

1MISSION: Family Mission Trip
to Build Homes in Mexico
February 1st - 4th, 2018

If you're looking to strengthen your family bonds and teach your kids the importance of helping others, consider taking a family volunteer vacation. Most people assume they need to hop on a plane and cross the ocean to help those in need, but there are actually a number of volunteer destinations within a few hours of the valley.

Our youth director, Sarah Cushman, has been working with 1Mission again to set up another awesome Youth Mission Trip to Mexico from after school on Thursday Feb. 1st through Sunday evening Feb.4th.

The more families and youth we can get, the better! There will be scholarships available.

Please email Sarah, via the the church office if you have any questions, office@nsumc.com
For more details click here

Winter STEM Program for Children

This year's Winter Science theme is Up, Up and Away! – This spellbinding STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) special event introduces children to the principles of air and pressure. Hot air balloons, vortex generators and even a hovercraft will help children understand the power of air. The presentation will end with a take-home instant snow activity for each child.

North Scottsdale United Methodist Church is offering One Room Sunday School in our fellowship hall at the 10am service on Sunday, Dec. 17th while our adults are in the sanctuary enjoying the CANTATA. We will not have children’s moments or our regular Sunday School that day instead all children ages 3-18 are asked to join us in the fellowship hall (the large room just east of the sanctuary where the coffee and snacks are located). Please send your children over (or walk them if that is more comfortable for you). Two year olds may visit the nursery. We are hosting a Up, Up, and Away! a Winter Experiment Experience. The Cantata is best suited for children ages 12 and up. You know your child and what works best for them. They are welcome at either experience. Christmas blessings to your family!

Amazing “Apostle’s Creed” Milestone for children grades 3-5

Sunday, Nov. 12th, 2017 @ 10am service
The students in our 3rd-5th grade Sunday School class will learn about the Apostles Creed during Sunday School throughout the month of November and on Sunday, November 12th, 2017, they will be sharing what they have learned. Please join us in the sanctuary on that date to celebrate this learning!

6-8th Grade "Ten Commandments Milestone" 2017

North Scottsdale United Methodist church is hosting their “6th-8th grade Ten Commandment’s Milestone” on Sunday, October 29th, 2017 during their 10:00 a.m.. worship service.

The Ten Commandments (Exodus 20:1–17 and Deuteronomy 5:4–21) help people understand the Old Testament and the ministry of Jesus.

TRUNK
-or- TREAT
for all kids

Sunday, October 29th, 2017
4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

North Scottsdale United Methodist Church (N.S.U.M.C.) will host its 20th Annual Trunk or Treat Festival from 4-6 p.m. on Sunday, October 29th in the NSUMC church parking lot located at 11735 North Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85254.

All are welcome! The event is free. Food can be purchased from Food Truck vendors.

Welcoming 2 & 3 year olds to Sunday School

North Scottsdale UMC would like to officially welcome your two and three year old to Sunday School and Church by having them attend the "Welcome to Sunday School Milestone." We will celebrate this milestone on Sunday, September 17th, 2017 at 10am service. These children will receive "My First Bible" board Bibles when they attend.

Youth Winter Camp

The NSUMC youth enjoyed winter camp in February at Mingus Mountain Camp with dozens of youth throughout our conference.

WELCOME to North Scottsdale U.M.C. kid's website!We are a family friendly United Methodist church in Scottsdale, AZ.