South Shore United Methodist Church - SS Kids

09/14/2025

Today the kiddos had a blast painting in the lines on the stage and the Lords Prayer on the wall! One of them said “I’m not allowed to write on the walls at home!” And I reminded them it’s only OK when Ms Jeanie is supervising!

03/08/2025

08/21/2024

It is with a heavy heart that I am announcing the end of my run as Children's Director. It has been an absolute honor to have spent the last 11 years in Children's Ministry at South Shore.

Goodbye,

Mr. Scotty and Scatter

08/08/2024

School starts on Monday! Open houses are going on. School supplies are being shopped for. Clothing bought. Sleep schedules are being shifted back to 'school time'. This is a short, but huge season of change!

And, as a parent, you're trying to get all the ducks in a row to make sure you get them to the school on time. But, your kiddos might be struggling with other things. Here's six different conversations you can have with your child to see if they are harboring any deep-seated anxiety about the coming school year.

1. Learning isn’t always easy.

Prepare your kids to expect not to know every answer. Remind them that they won’t be good at everything right away, and that school is the place they’re meant to be challenged and learn something new.

2. A fear of fitting in.

Your kid may have spent last year in the familiarity of home. Or their friend group dynamic may have changed. Whatever the case, help your anxious kid navigate their desire to fit in by reinforcing their identity—remind them they are great the way they are and that they already have a place where they belong, and that’s right at home.

3. Focus on what is in your control.

There will be many things your kid will face at school that they have no influence over, but what they can control is their effort and how they treat other people. Use this time to talk to your kid about what true kindness is—respect for themselves and others—and what to do when someone isn’t showing kindness to them.

4. Homesickness.

If your kids spent a lot of time at home this summer, they may find themselves missing home more than they normally would once they go back to school.

5. Feeling unsafe.

Hopefully, your kid won’t find themselves in a position where they don’t feel safe. But if they do, build a foundation with your kid before this point, reminding them that they can come to talk to you about anything no matter what. Remind your kids that families may have surprises for each other, but they don’t keep secrets from each other.

6. Navigating change.

Drive home the idea to your kid that change isn’t always a bad thing—we can miss what used to be, but be excited for what’s to come. Remind your kid that humans are capable of feeling different feelings all at once.

Remember, all of these topics are covered in the Parent Resource Library in the lobby! Got a new Kindergartner this year? Check out "Parenting a Kindergartner". Going into Middle School? "Parenting a 6th Grader"...etc.

08/08/2024

Join us THIS SUNDAY for our annual Blessing of the Backpacks!

Bring your backpack or anything else you would like blessed, as we pray for a prosperous and amazing new school year.

We will also be talking about the Fruit of the Spirit: GOODNESS!

When? Sunday, August 11th at 9:30 AM

08/05/2024

Fruit of the Spirit - KINDNESS!

Scatter is a little grumpy about all the rain and isn't feeling terribly kind, but he still has a pretty strong lesson to teach about the importance of kindness in our lives.

08/03/2024

Here's a message from Pastor Sarah about Sunday's church service:

"Out of an abundance of caution, South Shore UMC will be closed for all in-person gatherings Sunday, August 4, 2024,

(Including worship, and age level small groups) due to inclement weather.

Please take care to prepare yourselves and your homes.

We will post a recorded worship service to our church's YouTube channel. Please worship at home at 9:30am or at a time convenient for your family.

Please be in prayer for our community, especially our First Responders, local law enforcement, and medical personnel that will serve those most in need during this time.

And let us pray that our neighbors experiencing homelessness find safe shelter during this time.

Pastor Sarah will be available via phone and email during the storm, in the event you should need pastoral support.

Thank you!

+Pastor Sarah and the SSUMC SLT"

07/31/2024

This week, we will be talking about KINDNESS!

Not only will discuss kindness during Shore Kids at the 9:30 service, we will also be talking about kindness during the combined Family/Youth service at 5PM on Sunday night!

To prepare for it, here's a Random Act of Kindness Challenge!

I can't wait to see everyone Sunday August 4th at 5PM for some dinner, games, activities, a great message from Mr. Andrew, and more! If you want to come by, bring a side dish to share and be prepared to have some fun!