Children’s Ministry is here to walk alongside families as they guide their children in faith. Our goal is to create a supportive, Christ-centered environment where kids can grow in their understanding of God’s love. We partner with parents and caregivers to nurture each child’s spiritual journey through meaningful experiences, engaging lessons, and a strong sense of community.
Every Wednesday Morning - 9am to 12pm
We all need a break! Let us love and care for your little ones while you take the morning off! We provide a safe, fun, nurturing environment where children spend the morning playing, learning, and receiving love. Whether you need to run some errands or want to relax, we are excited and ready to help. We provide care for children starting at 6 weeks old to 5th grade.
Once A Month - 4pm to 8pm
Enjoy a night out or a night in kid-free! Your kiddo will have a fun night with us where we provide a variety of activities. We will have games, crafts, movies, pizza, and more. Each child will get a juice box, a slice of pizza, and a cookie. We will also have different snacks available. Of course, you are welcome to send in food. We provide care for children starting a 6 weeks old to 5th grade.
kids Areas
Nursery and Preschool
We believe the development of your child's faith begins at a very early age. These beginning stages of spiritual development are the foundation upon which God builds a child's future faith.
Elementary
Elementary-age kids are in a constant state of discovery. We are dedicated to providing your child with the spiritual tools they will need to lead a life worthy of God's praise!
Children’s Forms
Vacation Bible School
VBS is June 15-19. It’s a week filled with awesome Bible learning experiences that kids can see, hear, and touch. Through hands-on science experiments, team-building games, unforgettable Bible songs, and tasty treats, faith comes alive in fun and meaningful ways. Best of all, kids will discover how to see evidence of God in everyday life—helping faith flow beyond camp and into the real world.
Summer Camps
Faith & Science Camp
Get ready for an unforgettable adventure at Faith & Science Camp! Designed especially for elementary-aged kids, this exciting camp combines hands-on science experiments with powerful lessons about God’s love. Each day, children will explore fun and fascinating experiments while diving deep into the incredible truth of Jesus’ love for us. From explosive reactions to creative discoveries, kids will see how science and faith beautifully connect. It’s the perfect place to spark curiosity, build friendships, and grow closer to Jesus—all while having a blast!
Made to Move Dance Camp
At Made to Move, we believe every child was created with purpose, joy, and a heart designed to worship! This high-energy, faith-based dance camp invites elementary-aged kids to explore movement as a way to praise God and express the gifts He’s placed inside them. Campers will learn fun choreography, grow in confidence, build friendships, and discover what it means to honor God with their whole selves — body, mind, and spirit. Through music, devotionals, games, and creative movement, kids will be reminded that they were wonderfully made… and truly made to move!
Family Events
Zoo Day Meetup
A Zoo Day Meetup as our families gather at the Austin Zoo to explore, connect, and enjoy a day together as one big church family! We’ll meet out front at 9:30 AM on July 10th before heading in to see all the amazing animals and make some wild memories together.
Picnic in the Park
Join us for a fun family meetup at Old Settlers Park! We’ll be gathering by the playground for a relaxed picnic on August 5th at 12:00 PM. Bring your lunch, enjoy the outdoors, and connect with other families—we can’t wait to see you there!
Children’s Ministry Team
Rebecca Ristow
Director of Children’s Ministry
📧 rebecca@fumc-rr.org
📞 (512) 255-3336 ext. 112
Whitney Kelley
Elementary Coordinator
📧 whitney@fumc-rr.org
Tara Harrelson
Nursery & Preschool Coordinator
📧 tara@fumc-rr.org
Kerstin Joos
Supply Coordinator
📧 kerstin@fumc-rr.org