CHILDREN'S MINISTRIES
Sunday School 
Alta UMC offers age-appropriate Sunday morning classes to teach the stories of faith to the youngest disciples in our church. Sunday School is offered at 9:00 a.m. each Sunday morning for children who are preschool age through 6th grade.
Children's Events 
Alta UMC supports a number of children's events in and around our community, as they become available and advertised. We host an annual Trunk or Treat event in October at the church where parents can bring their children for a safe time of getting candy from the vehicle trunks of church members and also dress in their favorite costume.
Nursery 
A nursery room is available near the sanctuary. Childcare is also available for church-wide events, Bible studies/classes and other gatherings or meetings, as announced.
Vacation Bible School
Vacation Bible School is held each summer during the month of June of July. For information about the next summer VBS, please contact the church office at 712-200-2304.
Family Fun Days
Family Fun Days are planned up to 6 times during the months of September through May. These are inclusive of families with children in Sunday school and generaly involve a Sunday afternoon fun family activity along with a light lunch following the morning worship service.
Children's Ministry Contact Information:
For more information on the Children's Ministry at Alta UMC, children's events, or if you would like to serve on the Children's Council please contact Shelley Flaherty, at 712-200-2304 or secretary@altumc.org
Education Committee
Members of the Education Committee serve a three-year term. The Education Committee meets regularly to discuss and implement children's ministry.
Acolytes
Alta UMC worship services are assisted by a team of acolytes each week. The acolytes are children who have undergone a training class. The acolytes bring the “Light of Christ” into our worship service and light the candles. The acolytes remind us that each of us is called to carry the “Light of Christ” out into the world as they symbolically leave with their wands lit. Any child in 4th grade or 5th is invited to attend acolyte training and become a part of this very special ministry.