Sunday School is offered from 9:45 to 10:45 A.M. to children three years of age and older.

Nurseries are available for children younger than three years. One nursery is located on the lower level of the Education Wing, Room 105 and the other in The Christian Life Center, Room 232. Two paid child care workers are provided for each Nursery.

Teaching is done by teams of volunteers who are Safe Sanctuary trained. In support of the ministry shared by these volunteers, the Education Work Area has initiated a set of Guidelines for Appropriate Behavior that has been approved by our Church Council and is available from any teacher.

Preschool

Classes are on the lower level of the Education Wing. Currently, we have a combined class for 3 to 5 year-olds in Room E-106. The children have a 45-minute class followed by a 15-minute music time.
Any 2 year olds in the Nursery are invited to join in the music time.

Kindergarten – Grade 5

Classes are on the upper level of the Education Wing. Children gather for a 15-minute music time and an opening session in Room E-302 before dividing into age-levels for Rotation Sunday School. The ages pair up as Kindergarten/Grade 1, Grades 2 & 3, and Grades 4 & 5. They rotate into a variety of classes (i.e. storytelling, science, art, games, and/or cooking) based on a monthly theme.

Additional Events

Each year, the children are invited to participate in an annual Easter Egg Hunt. This activity brings the children and their parents together for a morning of fun and fellowship.

Vacation Bible School

VBS is offered during a week in the summer. Children ages 3 – Grade 5 come for extended lessons, crafts, music, recreation and snacks based on a common theme. Our church pairs up with Webster Groves Christian Church and offers this program to the community.

Safe Sanctuaries 

Webster Hills UMC has a commitment to create a Safe Sanctuary that reduces the potential risk of injury or abuse to infants, children, youth and adult volunteers who participate in our church activities. Webster Hills UMC will:

• Adopt reasonable safety measures for the selection and recruitment of adult volunteers with children and youth

• Provide education for adult volunteers with children and youth regarding the church’s policy and procedures as well as the reporting requirements of the State of Missouri

• See that our classrooms are staffed with trained adult volunteers

A copy of the complete Safe Sanctuaries Policy and Procedures is available in the church office.

Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not stop them, for it is to such as these that the kingdom of heaven belongs.”       Matthew 19:14

Youth Education:

Webster Hills UMC has a vibrant youth ministry. We have something for every one from 6th grade through 12th grade.

Sunday School is offered from 9:45 to 10:45 A.M. Junior High Students meet in CLC 130 and Senior High Students meet in CLC 129. Both rooms are on the lower level of the Christian Life Center..

On Wednesday nights we ignite the Crossfire, which is led by our youth praise band, Spoken4. It is a worship time held in the Christian Life Center at 6:00 P.M.

Mission Trips

Every summer we pack our bags and head out to serve God and our neighbors. We have served in mission in the Cherokee Nation in Oklahoma, the inner city of New York City, and the Methodist Conference in Costa Rica.

At least once a month we like to do some Random Stuff, and hang out and have fun. A few of the things we’ve done are movie nights, going to see plays, having a Superbowl Party and we even spent the night locked in the CLC and stayed up all night.

Along with all of these great and exciting events, we participate in other events such as service projects in the St. Louis area and worship here at Webster Hills. Our youth are very active in the church community. It is great to see God working through so many young people. We’d love to see Him work to you too, so please come join us!

Adult Education:

Webster Hills United Methodist Church invites you to attend one of our many Sunday School classes. Come and experience the wonderful Christian fellowship and teaching our Sunday School classes offer. All classes begin at 9:45 A.M.

Class Locations:
C – Chapel Education Building
CLC – Christian Life Center
E – Education Building

Christians in Action (CIA)

Young families in their thirties gathering to study a variety of theological and faith based issues facing modern Christians. Room CLC-306

Contemporary Class

This class examines contemporary issues from the standpoint of Christian faith, and examines Biblical lessons for their relevance to contemporary issues. Social events during the year, plus monthly men and women’s dinners and women’s weekly breakfasts are all important parts of its fellowship. This class supports several philanthropies in the church and community. McKelvey Room (E-204)

Explorers Class

The Explorers class who, through fellowship, are seeking a deeper understanding of God’s Word through the study of scripture… and more (with coffee). Room CLC-330

Gordon Ellis Class

This is primarily a Bible Study class with emphasis on Christian living in accordance with the teachings of both the Old and New Testaments. The class encourages discussion and full participation by all members. The class is also involved in missionary and social concern projects, both locally and worldwide. Room CLC-307

Inquirers’ Class

Inquiring minds welcome lively discussion on ever-changing topics, both secular and religious, from AIDS to Zachariah. Social activities and service projects are an integral part of class fellowship. Room CLC-305.

Joyner’s Class

The aim of the participants of this class is to become committed, caring persons involved with each other through the Spirit of Christ. Class members lead weekly studies on contemporary issues from a Christian perspective. They are notorious for creating the Gourmet Pancake Brunch Fundraiser! Room CLC-331

Seekers Class

This class seeks for a better understanding of the Bible and it’s teachings. Current issues are also under consideration from time to time. Room CLC-105

Seasonal Opportunities

Multi-week study sessions are often held for the Advent and Lenten seasons. Short term Bible Studies are also schedules at various times during the year. These sessions may be led by one of the pastors or a member of the congregation. Information will be provided in the Messenger as these events are scheduled.

Disciple Bible Study

Disciple Bible Study invites persons to become Disciples through assigned reading and study of the scriptures. Disciple groups consist of no more than twelve members and two leaders forming a Christian bong over the 32 – 34 weeks of study. Disciple offers persons an opportunity to be changed by God’s word! WHUMC offers selected Disciple 1, 2, 3, and 4 classes, as well as Christian Believer and Jesus and the Gospel courses on a rotating basis. These classes usually run from September through May.


If you would like further information about our Adult Christian Education programs, please contact Lynn Malone, Director of Christian Education and Spiritual Formation, (314) 961-3164 ext. 226.