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Children & Family

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Parenting is an important job. You want to get it right and we want to help!

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Huron River Methodist is preparing children for the road ahead.

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Your children will learn that God loves them, they can trust him no matter what, and they should love others like Jesus loves them.

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Explore the ways to connect with us below.

What's Happening in Children & Family
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Sunday Mornings

Classes are available to all children, members and visitors alike. We will learn about God's plan of redemption from the Bible.

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Spiritual Grandparenting

A ministry focused on helping grandparents grow and pass on Christian faith to their grandchildren. 

We offer gatherings, classes, and Bible studies.

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Faithful Families - Milestone Classes

Classes and events are the primary way the church supports families with ideas

for fun spiritually forming times in everyday life.

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Parenting Bible Studies

Faith & Fatherhood alternate Mondays 

8:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. 

Faith & Fatherhood is a group for young dads to help in the spiritual development of children.

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Faithful Mamas alternate Thursdays

8:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. 

Resumes Sept. 17th

Faithful Mamas is a Bible Study for moms with children birth through elementary.

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Camp Newkirk

Summer programming for children and families. 

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Stepping Stones
Play & Learn

Tuesday thru Friday​ |

8:45 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Designed for children 1 to 4 years old. Our objective is to provide a loving, Christian developmentally appropriate atmosphere for your child.

Meet Our Children and Family Pastor
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Denise Kasischke
Pastor of Children and Family Ministry

I oversee faith formation of children birth - 5th grade which includes programming for children birth - 5th grade and support and education for parents and families of this same age group. I also work with long range planning as part of the Ministry Lead team of Pastors. I love the variety of opportunities to work with people of all ages in multiple settings. There is never a dull moment growing faith in Jesus! I also love the people who attend and their stories.

 

Fun Fact: I climbed Mt. Whitney (highest peak in the continuous US 14,505ft.) in one day.

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Email Me

Upcoming Events

  • Worship Dance
    Worship Dance
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Oct 31
    Huron River Methodist Church - The Den
    Oct 31, 2026, 8:45 AM – 9:45 AM
    Huron River Methodist Church - The Den, 7643 Huron River Dr, Dexter, MI 48130, USA
    For 5-13 year olds Worship Dance will expose your dancer to a variety of dance styles as they learn to express their faith in Jesus through dance. $60 Registration Required
  • Child of God Beginner Ballet
    Child of God Beginner Ballet
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Oct 31
    Huron River Methodist Church - The Den
    Oct 31, 2026, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM
    Huron River Methodist Church - The Den, 7643 Huron River Dr, Dexter, MI 48130, USA
    For 3-5 year olds This fun and engaging foundational class will introduce your young dancer to ballet in a supportive, Christ centered environment. Caretaker of 3-year-olds required to assist dancer. $40 Registration Required.
  • Faith at Home: Discover God's Word
    Faith at Home: Discover God's Word
    Sun, Nov 01
    Huron River Methodist Church
    Nov 01, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
    Huron River Methodist Church, 7643 Huron River Dr, Dexter, MI 48130, USA
    For preschool 3's & 4's and parents with children birth through 4 years. This class explains how parents can continue teaching the Bible at home. Children receive new Bible and learn how to use it.
  • Baptism Class
    Baptism Class
    Sun, Nov 01
    Huron River Methodist - Hub
    Nov 01, 2026, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
    Huron River Methodist - Hub, 7643 Huron River Dr, Dexter, MI 48130, USA
    Learn the meaning of baptism and how to celebrate and remember this faith milestone. A prerequisite for an infant/child baptism.
  • Basketball Skills Sessions
    Basketball Skills Sessions
    Multiple Dates
    Sun, Nov 01
    Next Step Rec
    Nov 01, 2026, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM
    Next Step Rec, 7643 Huron River Dr, Dexter, MI 48130, USA
    $15 per session | 6-14 years Register for small group training sessions focusing on shooting, ball handling, and post/perimeter play. Sessions will be booked by age and will be limited to 5 players per coach. Sign up for the dates you can attend before the spots fill up!
  • Kid's Drop-In Basketball
    Kid's Drop-In Basketball
    Multiple Dates
    Tue, Nov 03
    Next Step Rec
    Nov 03, 2026, 4:30 PM – 7:00 PM
    Next Step Rec, 7643 Huron River Dr, Dexter, MI 48130, USA
    For 7-13 year olds. No drills, just games! Drop-in for organized, free basketball! Teams will be created each week. We will split the courts by age and skill level to ensure everyone plays with the proper amount of competition. Adult volunteers will monitor and support game play.
  • DivorceCare for Kids
    DivorceCare for Kids
    Multiple Dates
    Tue, Nov 03
    Huron River Methodist Church - The Hub
    Nov 03, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
    Huron River Methodist Church - The Hub, 7643 Huron River Dr, Dexter, MI 48130, USA
    For children ages 5-12. If your kids are struggling with the challenges of divorce then this program will give them some tools to talk about those feelings. Our group is run by an experienced teacher and follows a well designed program that allows kids to share their fears and worries about divorce.
  • Fearless Grandmas
    Fearless Grandmas
    Multiple Dates
    Thu, Nov 05
    Huron River Methodist Church - Fireplace
    Nov 05, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
    Huron River Methodist Church - Fireplace, 7643 Huron River Dr, Dexter, MI 48130, USA
    Grandparents play an important role in the lives of their grandkids and can offer a unique influence in the faith formation of children. We are offering a time for grandmas to gather, meet other grandmas, enjoy coffee and learn some tips and tools for encouraging faith growth in the next generation.
  • Nerf Club: 1st - 8th Grade
    Nerf Club: 1st - 8th Grade
    Multiple Dates
    Fri, Nov 06
    Huron River Methodist Church
    Nov 06, 2026, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
    Huron River Methodist Church, 7643 Huron River Dr, Dexter, MI 48130, USA
    Pizza Provided! Please check back the Monday before the event to register.
  • Nerf Club: High School
    Nerf Club: High School
    Multiple Dates
    Fri, Nov 06
    Huron River Methodist Church
    Nov 06, 2026, 8:30 PM – Nov 07, 2026, 10:30 PM
    Huron River Methodist Church, 7643 Huron River Dr, Dexter, MI 48130, USA
    Check back the Monday before for registration link. Pizza will be provided!
  • Faithful Families Milestone: 5th Grade Money & Me
    Faithful Families Milestone: 5th Grade Money & Me
    Sun, Nov 15
    Huron River Methodist Church
    Nov 15, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
    Huron River Methodist Church, 7643 Huron River Dr, Dexter, MI 48130, USA
    Parents and children explore together how to honor God with our money, in our gifts to God, to others, and our daily choices.
  • 6-8 year olds Winter Basketball Camp
    6-8 year olds Winter Basketball Camp
    Multiple Dates
    Mon, Dec 21
    Next Step Rec
    Dec 21, 2026, 8:45 AM – 10:45 AM
    Next Step Rec, 7643 Huron River Dr, Dexter, MI 48130, USA
    $60 per player​ Help your kids develop their skills with Next Step Rec's Basketball Camp! The focus of this camp will be improving offensive skills such as ball handling, passing, and shooting. Each day will emphasize a Biblical principle and verse.
  • 9-12 year olds Winter Basketball Camp
    9-12 year olds Winter Basketball Camp
    Multiple Dates
    Mon, Dec 21
    Next Step Rec
    Dec 21, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
    Next Step Rec, 7643 Huron River Dr, Dexter, MI 48130, USA
    $60 per player​ Help your kids develop their skills with Next Step Rec's Basketball Camp! The focus of this camp will be improving offensive skills such as ball handling, passing, and shooting. Each day will emphasize a Biblical principle and verse.
  • 7-13 year olds Winter Volleyball Camp
    7-13 year olds Winter Volleyball Camp
    Multiple Dates
    Mon, Dec 21
    Next Step Rec
    Dec 21, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
    Next Step Rec, 7643 Huron River Dr, Dexter, MI 48130, USA
    $60 per player​ Learn the basics of Volleyball in a fun, Christian environment! Our days will begin with prayer and an engaging warm up activity. An emphasis will be placed on the development of fundamental skills such as passing, setting, serving, and communication through station work and games.
  • Faithful Families Milestone: 4th Graders Family Service Project
    Faithful Families Milestone: 4th Graders Family Service Project
    Sun, Jan 24
    Huron River Methodist Church
    Jan 24, 2027, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
    Huron River Methodist Church, 7643 Huron River Dr, Dexter, MI 48130, USA
    Parents and children learn the importance of service and plan a service project together. Lunch & service project beings at 10:30 a.m. 4th, 5th, and 6th graders may participate with the service project.
  • Faith at Home: How to Pray
    Faith at Home: How to Pray
    Sun, Feb 07
    Huron River Methodist Church
    Feb 07, 2027, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
    Huron River Methodist Church, 7643 Huron River Dr, Dexter, MI 48130, USA
    For Young 5s and Kindergarteners and their parents. Parents and children learn fun ways to share prayer time together and develop their own prayer life.
  • Faithful Families Milestone: 6th Grade Technology & Media
    Faithful Families Milestone: 6th Grade Technology & Media
    Sun, Feb 21
    Huron River Methodist Church
    Feb 21, 2027, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
    Huron River Methodist Church, 7643 Huron River Dr, Dexter, MI 48130, USA
    Offers parents and 6th graders practical ideas and resources to help the family navigate technology and media.
  • Faithful Families Milestone: 2nd Grade Acts of Worship
    Faithful Families Milestone: 2nd Grade Acts of Worship
    Sun, Mar 07
    Huron River Methodist Church
    Mar 07, 2027, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
    Huron River Methodist Church, 7643 Huron River Dr, Dexter, MI 48130, USA
    Learn about the sacraments of the church: Baptism and Communion and the meaning and importance behind the different parts of worship.
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