Frequently Asked Questions.

What learning materials can I use with the children?

You'll find a link to the most popular children's work material on these pages (see resources), but if you need something special, why not drop us an email at children@methodistchurch.org.uk or give us a ring on 020 7467 5213.

What training is there for children's workers?

This website contains details of several training opportunities (see training)

Your District has a Training and Development Officer who will be able to tell you what is available locally. Find their contact details on the District website or in the Synod Directory.

All those working with children in The Methodist Church are required bt Standing Orders to undertake some form of training for this role. The new training material CORE Skills for Children's Work which will be published in September 2006 has been commended by Methodist Conference as the most useful means to undertake training. Visit www.coreskillsforchurches.com for more details.

Who do I contact at Methodist Church House?

There are four people on the team in MethodistChildren, we will all be delighted to answer your questions about anything you are doing with the children at your church, and if we don't know, we can find out!

Mary Roseweir answers most of the calls, can deal with many of your questions and will otherwise direct you to the right person.

Doug Swanney is Children's Work Development Officer he runs the website, collects information on new ideas in children's ministry and knows about new resources.

Penny Fuller is the 9-13 Project Worker and is investigating work with this significant age-group.

Steve Pearce is Children's Secretary and responsible for policy, training, JMA, worship and MethodistChildren itself.

Do children need to baptised to come to church groups?

No. All children are welcome at Methodist Church groups.

Can children receive Communion at Methodist Churches?

Yes. It is normal for children who are baptised to receive Communion when they attend Communion services in Methodist churches, because through baptism, they have become members of the whole Body of Christ.