You and your family are welcome at the Unitarian Coastal Fellowship! When you arrive, we’ll present your family with a “busy bag” or two, with small toys, crayons and coloring pages to help your little ones stay entertained. Families sit together for the first 15-20 minutes. After the Time for All Ages and Joys & … Continue reading About Children’s and Family Ministry
by Sarah Grenier Halloween to New Year’s always seems like a whirlwind of candy, travel, and craziness. New Year’s day we can finally take a breath!! To avoid burnout this holiday season as parents, I encourage you to slow down with your families. Say no to duties and gatherings that get in the way of … Continue reading Children and Family Ministries – November
Sunday, October 6th, 10:30AM: Celebrating Samhain Story During coffee hour: Halloween dress up and treat trail! Friday, October 11th, 5:30-8PM: Parent’s Night out!Signup here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E4AADA72BA7FD0-51474939-october Sunday, October 13th, 10:30AM: Multigen Homecoming Service10:30AM: Nursery open, no children’s religious education Sunday, October 20th, 10:30AM: All People Need a Vote Story RE Volunteer training with childcare 12-1:30pm Sunday, … Continue reading Children and Families Ministry – October
From Sarah Grenier: August flew by!!We had an exciting time welcoming Minister Runnels, learning a few things, and playing at the Olympic Sunday Funday. We have lots of activities coming up this month, but I’d like to discuss something that’s been on our minds.Kids are active and loud! That’s how they learn, and our job, … Continue reading Children and Family Ministries – September
From Sarah Grenier July has been packed with learning and fun! Youth group has been a blast every week from playing on the bounce house to movie night. The parents get to discuss both our struggles and successes together!In the RE classroom, we’ve discussed the origins of Unitarian Universalism and the chalice symbol. Learning our … Continue reading Children and Family Ministries – August
From Sarah Grenier: What a wonderful, busy, fun-filled month! We enjoyed celebrating the end of the school year with an amazing party. We sent Rev. Ma off in style! We supported a Pride organization and had fun in the sun. Not to mention game night!I’m so honored to be a part of this growing community. … Continue reading Children and Family Ministries – July
•Sunday, June 2nd, Multigen Pride Sunday 10:30AM: Nursery open, no children’s religious education During coffee hour: Sunday Funday “Fun in the Sun”•Friday, June 7th: 12:30-2:30 Celebrate the end of the school year with pizza and ice cream!•Sunday, June 9th, 10:30AM: Father’s Day story and activities•Friday, June 14th, 6:30PM: Game Night! Bring your favorite board game … Continue reading Children and Family Ministries June Schedule
From Sarah Grenier I am still reminiscing about our child dedication service! I am amazed we have so many families committing themselves to Unitarian Universalism. Our congregation is so honored to have you all with us, that you entrust us with the faith formation of your children. To me, it’s also important to be grounded … Continue reading Children and Family Ministries – June
By Sarah Grenier On Sundays with no RE, the kids have asked me, “why didn’t we go back to our classroom?!” Even my own son excitedly confirms every morning before we go to church now, “are we going to be in the kid’s room?” I hope that’s a sign that they are having fun together … Continue reading Children and Family Ministries – May
From Sarah Grenier What a gift it has been to work with the children in this congregation so far! I’ve enjoyed getting to know everyone more and to meet some new friends too. We’ve had a lot of changes happening all at once, so I want to share what’s been going on.In the nursery, we’ve … Continue reading Children and Family Ministries – April 2024
Sarah Joan Grenier attended Appalachian State University earning a degree in dietetics. She joined the Army and attended Baylor University for a master’s in nutrition. After serving six years in the military as a dietitian, she wanted to focus on her two kids and moved home to Carteret County. She is a member at the … Continue reading Meet Our New Children and Family Ministries Administrator
