Category Archives: Children

Sermon Series: The Absurdity of Advent – Enduring Peace

Posted on December 11, 2016 by barbarafox

On December 4, the second Sunday in Advent at the early service, Bob Meola read the scripture (from Isaiah and Philippians) Laverna Albury explained  the theme to the kids at Children’s Time in a clear and understandable way. And Rev. Catherine … Continue reading →

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Singing Joy and Ringing Faith

Posted on November 20, 2016 by barbarafox

Today, to illustrate “giving thanks” for 9:30 service at Children’s Time,  Tom Shelton presented five of the youngest choristers singing folk favorites like  “Kumbayah,” “I’ve Got the Joy in My Heart” and “This Little Light.” It was such a blessing … Continue reading →

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Green Robes, Young Singers

Posted on November 4, 2016 by barbarafox

Tom Shelton’s Lower Elementary choir tries on their robes. They wear them for the first time this Sunday, November 6, 9:30 a.m. at the All Saints Day service. Their smiles match their music!

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Confidence – Creativity – Collaboration: Choirs at PUMC

Posted on September 7, 2016 by barbarafox

    Parents—PUMC members and non-members–don’t let another year go by without signing  yourr child up for PUMC’s Children’s Choir. Music education is one of the most important developmental programs we offer children and we don’t want you to miss out on this … Continue reading →

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Rally around the Heifer Ark on September 11

Posted on August 31, 2016 by barbarafox

We’re getting off to an exciting start to the Sunday School year! On Rally Day, September 11, kids  parents, teachers will gather in the sanctuary at 9:30 a.m. for the first 15-20 minutes of worship. We will celebrate that our Sunday … Continue reading →

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Warming up to music: Tom Shelton

Posted on August 22, 2016 by barbarafox

Tom Shelton, director of children’s and youth choirs at Princeton United Methodist Church and  assistant professor at Westminster Choir College. will present a nationally broadcast webinar on Thursday, August 25, at noon for the Choristers Guild, a church music publisher, … Continue reading →

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BOOM! Speaking truth to power

Posted on August 21, 2016 by barbarafox

“Boom!” was the topic for Rev. Jana Purkis Brash on August 21, 2016. “Boom!” as in the sound made by the mike when a speaker — invigorated by the success of the speech — drops the mike and walks away. … Continue reading →

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Sing with Us: Meet the Children

Posted on August 20, 2016 by barbarafox

Introducing singers from PUMC’s Children’s Choir! Tom Shelton, director of children’s and youth choirs at Princeton United Methodist Church and  assistant professor at Westminster Choir College. presented a nationally broadcast webinar on Thursday, August 25, at noon for the Choristers … Continue reading →

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Sing with Us! Open house September 7

Posted on August 20, 2016 by barbarafox

    Watch a master teacher at work! See and hear the Children’s Choir from Princeton United Methodist Church in rehearsal. This clip — warming up their voices — was filmed by Tom Shelton for a national webinar he’ll give … Continue reading →

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Summer Sundays: Fun Plays

Posted on June 23, 2016 by barbarafox

The play’s the thing! And on June 26 it’s called “Peter the Impetuous.” This summer, back by popular demand,  children ages Pre-K through 3rd grade will be able to enjoy Bible story plays put on by our older students. The … Continue reading →

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