
Summer u
Have fun learning the truth of God’s Word through high-energy worship, games, hands-on activities, engaging teaching, small group time, and opportunities to build new friendships. Each child will choose one Summer U course to explore all week.
Summer U is designed for kids ages five through those who have just completed fifth grade.
Volunteer Opportunities
Summer U and Summer U Jr. takes hundreds of volunteers to be successful! Serve as a teacher, small group leader, worship leader, nursery leader, registration expert, greeter, and more.
SUMMER U COURSES
Each child selects one course to explore all week—building skills, friendships, and a deeper understanding of God’s truth through fun, focused experiences.
Summer U Jr (Pre-K/K, Ages 5+)
Summer U Jr will be a week filled with engaging Bible stories, upbeat worship, art, games, crafts, snacks, and much more. We want our youngest kids to have a great week learning about the love of Jesus, meeting new friends, and having so much fun!
American Sign Language (1–5)
This class will make learning American Sign Language (ASL) fun with engaging games and activities.
Blooming Beads (3–5)
Get ready to sparkle and create! In this fun jewelry class, we will string and weave our own seed bead bracelets. Starting simple, then moving on to more complex designs like daisy chains, you will leave the week with your own coordinating bracelet stack you’ll be proud to wear!
Cake Decorating (3–5)
Learn how to decorate cakes, cupcakes, and more! This class will be both fun and yummy!
Cartooning (1–5)
This cosmic cartooning course will expand your imagination with infinite possibilities! The class will focus specifically on teaching basic cartooning techniques. Kids will develop and practice the skills demonstrated and then apply them to create their own versions of Bible stories and parables.
Center Stage for Jesus (1–3)
Learn and share about Jesus and the Bible through a variety of skits, balloons, puppets, juggling, and crafts.
Clue Quest (3–5)
Do you like solving mysteries, finding clues, and breaking codes? Then this class is for you! Each day, you’ll work as part of a team to learn from God’s Word, solve clues, and unlock the mystery box to find out what is inside.
Crafty Creations (1–5)
Craft • Create • Make! Join us as we do all things creative. We will have fun with craft projects, getting messy, and using our God-given creativity!
Crochet Crew (3–5)
Join us as a member of the Crochet Crew this summer! No matter your skill level, you can participate. We will learn new skills and create crafty projects you can keep or share with your friends. We can’t wait to create with you!
Culinary (4–5)
Learn to cook simple recipes, decide if baking from scratch is better than from a box, and so much more. We will eat all our creations, so come hungry!
Dance with Project JOY! (1–5)
Listen to uplifting Christian music and learn a fun dance! Whether you have lots of moves under your belt or are exploring dance for the first time, we have fun lined up for you! Dance with Project JOY this summer—Jesus Over You!
Drawing 101 (1–5)
Ready, set, grab your pencil! Spend time sharpening your drawing skills. Learn how drawing can be an activity you can enjoy anytime and anywhere! We will practice various drawing techniques, create projects, and see how much fun can be had with just paper and pencils. We might even have a couple of visits from some real-life artists!
Exploring Robotics (3–5)
In this class, we will learn the basics of robotics, the electronics and programming that go into making them work, and ultimately build our own robots.
Game Changer (1–5)
Join us as we explore a variety of board games, card games, and other indoor games! Discovering games you like can change your outlook!
Giant Games (1–3)
Think big, play bigger! In this course, we will tackle high-energy challenges in super-sized games, working together as a team to win prizes and bragging rights.
Karate Kids (1–5)
Calling all ninjas! Join us for an awesome Kids Karate camp experience. You will make new friends, learn new skills, and grow your faith in Jesus—all while having so much fun!
Kids in the Kitchen (1–3)
Do you enjoy cooking fun and healthy snacks? Sharing your recipes with others? Getting creative in the kitchen? If so, this course is for you! We will learn how to prepare fun, simple, and delicious recipes that you can enjoy with others.
LEGO® (1–5)
Aspiring Master Model Builders: if a bunch of kids and a mountain of LEGO® blocks sounds fun to you, then join us! We will spend the week making amazing creations with LEGO® blocks!
Mural in the Making (3–5)
This fun-filled class will give you the opportunity to work with a variety of art materials and collaborate with other students to create beautiful art. Each group member will create an individual art piece, which will then be assembled into a larger, collaborative artwork. Join in the fun and use your creative spirit to honor God!
Remote Control Cars (3–5)
Join us as we challenge rock crawler remote-controlled trucks on an off-road course to see what the trucks can handle. We will dive into the mechanics of the trucks and test their ability to maneuver around obstacles. You will work with other kids as a team to create your own off-road course that pushes your driving skills to the limits! Note: this course is primarily outside, so wear appropriate attire.
Rockets (1–5)
"It's not rocket science!” Well, in this course, it is! Students will build their own rocket to launch on the final day of Summer U. We will have activities that cover different aspects of how rockets work while exploring how science reflects the order and creativity of God's design!
Siege Craft (3–5)
Unleash your inner engineer in Siege Craft! In this class, we will use popsicle sticks to engineer, design, and build miniature siege machines such as catapults, trebuchets, and ballistas. Learn the physics behind these historic machines while putting your craftsmanship and creativity to the test!
Snap Happy Photography (1–5)
In this course, we will explore the basics of photography while learning to see the world in creative new ways. Through hands-on activities and photo challenges, we’ll capture images of people, nature, and everyday objects. We will experiment with lighting, angles, composition, and storytelling, while building confidence in your creativity. No photography experience or equipment is needed to join this course—just curiosity and a creative spirit!
Sports (1–5)
Practice and play in a variety of sports and playground games in teams. Boys and girls will have a blast on the field and court!
Theater Lab (3–5)
Calling all aspiring actors to the stage! Come learn how to strengthen your voice, create your character, and put on a show. This class is for the future Broadway stars. Join us to experience the joys of theater!
Woodworking (2–5)
Jesus was a carpenter, and you can be too! Put your hands to work building useful projects that will last, sharpen your knowledge of woodworking, and learn the tools of the trade.
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