Nursery - 12th Grade Sunday mornings from 9:45-10:45 a.m.
Our Sunday school classes are in traditional format, but they are anything but boring! With relational, experiential, applicable, and learner-based curriculum, kids are engaged and excited as they grow in their faith and relationship with Jesus Christ!
“Train a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not turn from it." Proverbs 22:6.
Noah's Park Children's Church
Each Sunday during the 10:45 a.m. service, children can enjoy their own worship time with songs, puppets, Bible story activities, and crafts.
Preschool Children's Church
Children ages 3 and 4 years old Parents may bring their children to the preschool classroom prior to the start of the 10:45 a.m. service.
Elementary Children’s Church
Children 5 years old - 2nd grade are dismissed during the 10:45 service.
Join us on Wednesdays for Midweek!
Preschool – 6th Grade 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. (September – April) AUMC Family Life Center
Songs
Games
Projects
Snacks and more!!!
At Midweek, we grow closer to one another in friendship and faith – while having fun! Friends are always welcome, and parents are encouraged to join us. Nursery service is available.
Vacation Bible School 2011
June 26 – June 30, 2011 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Altoona United Methodist Church
Parents and guardians are always welcome and invited to be a part of any of our children’s ministry programs! We love having families showing support for their children as they grow up in faith! If you are interested in opportunities to serve or would like more information about any of these programs, please contact Shelene Billups, Children’s Ministry Director, at 515-967-2991 or email at
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Music Ministries
OVERVIEW
Thank you for showing interest in the many different music ministries that are available at Altoona United Methodist Church. Music plays an important part in our worship experiences, and we have a passion for making our music glorify God.
If you're curious about what music opportunities await you within the church, you're in the right place!
You don't necessarily need to be able to read music. You don't need to be a professional singer. You need only love music and commit to a regular rehearsal time. I hope that you will consider sharing your musical gifts and talents with our church.
The rehearsal schedules have been created to allow individuals to be a part of more than one musical ensemble. If you see multiple groups that you would like to be a part of, we encourage you to give your gifts to the Lord in all of them!
CHANCEL CHOIR
If you like to sing, this is the place for you. The Chancel Choir sings a wide variety of musical styles. From classical to contemporary, this ensemble sings multiple times per month and rehearses weekly.
Once a year, the Chancel Choir performs a vibrant Christmas production. Last year, singers were costumed from the days of kings and knights and recreated a festive English Christmas celebration as it could have happened centuries ago. The Chancel Choir enjoys the opportunity to share both drama and music in a creative atmosphere.
The Chancel Choir also performs special services accompanied by an orchestra at numerous events throughout the year. Whether it's a new and original work composed specifically for the choir, or a master work by Mozart, this choir will sing it all.
This group is open to everyone who loves to sing. You do not need to be able to read music, but a short vocal placement session with the director is required before attending your first rehearsal.
Rehearsals: Wednesday evenings, 6:30-8:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary.
BELL CHOIR
Prefer ringing to singing? We have that covered, too! The tradition of playing pitched bells has evolved over the centuries into an art form of its own.
This ensemble regularly performs once a month during Sunday services, and at other various special services throughout the year.
Reading music is a plus, but not necessarily required.
Rehearsals: Monday evenings, 7-8:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary.
PRAISE BAND
The praise team worships through more contemporary music during the 11:00 a.m. blended service on Sunday mornings. Drums, guitars, electric keyboards and more combine for an energetic take on Christian music. Voice talents lead the congregation in songs you might hear on the radio along with more contemporary settings of traditional favorites.
If you like to sing pop music or play an instrument found in your favorite band, come rock with us.
A try-out audition may be required for those playing an instrument and basic music or chord reading skills may be necessary.
Rehearsals: Wednesday evenings, 8:00-9:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary.
INSTRUMENTALISTS
Do you play a musical instrument? There are plenty of opportunities to be involved! You can play a solo as a special music offering, or accompany one of the other musical ensembles as needed.
Instrumental ensembles are also a possibility. Ranging from string quartets to brass quintets, we can use your skills. Let the musical director know your instrument of choice!
SOLO MUSIC
Are you looking for a way to serve through music but do not want to commit to a weekly rehearsal? Then perhaps you could prepare a solo offering and perform during a pre-arranged service time. Talk with the musical director and collaborate for an upcoming service.
Thank you,
Brenton M. Brown Director of Music & Fine Arts 515/967-2991 515/957-8284 (F)
Sports Ministries
Sports Ministries are a great way to get to know the people of AUMC while enjoying your favorite games! At AUMC sports ministries include:
Softball
Softball is men, slow-pitch, and recreational. We play in a league here in Altoona. Our games are on Friday nights at Lion's Park. The AUMC team has been together for several years and has reached several new members that are now attending our church. You can contact Matt Millard,
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to join the team. The season usually runs from March through August.
Basketball
Basketball is recreational, played in our Family Life Center on Monday nights starting at 7PM - 8:45PM. We will typically just play pickup games with teams of 5. If we have more than 10 players show up we will rotate players in to make sure everyone gets a chance to play. The season starts in the first week of October through Thanksgiving and then starts back up again the first week of January through March. Please contact Eric Carr for more information at
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Jesus Freak Puppet Troupe
A ministry for the young... and young at heart!
Puppet Troupes
Junior (Grades 4-6)
Senior (Grades 7-12)
The Junior & Senior Troupes meet for devotions and puppeteering skills practice on Wednesday nights from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. during the school year
Adults
The Adult Troupe meets for their devotions and rehearsals on Sunday evenings
Children’s Church
For the 11:00 a.m. Children’s Church services on Sundays, there are puppet teams comprised of 3 youth each that serve on a rotational basis. They perform a short skit, and puppeteer along to songs with puppets and props for an audience of children ages 3 years – 2nd grade. The teams also assist the children’s church leaders as needed during the activity and craft time following the puppet show. This group does not meet outside of their scheduled Sundays.
Performances
Christmas Program
Spring Easter Show
Contact
For additional puppet troupe information, please contact Kim Van Fosson at 515-229-9833 or by email at
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Noah's Park Children's Church
Vacation Bible School 2011