Children's Events

Children and Families Valentine’s Mission Project -- Children & their families are invited to help assemble Love Mugs and Trail mix bags on February 10 at 5:00 p.m. in Room G111. These gifts, for local fire departments, will be delivered immediately following the assembly, by the children and families who wish to do so. If you would like to participate in this opportunity to love on those in our community, please register here by February 3. If you have any questions, contact Dixie Chappell at dixiechappell@shadygroveumc.org or 804-317-7593.

Westview On the James Children's Retreat -- Has your child ever wanted to try summer camp, but a week was too overwhelming, or maybe your child has never experienced a night away from home? Well, we have an exciting overnight opportunity for children ages K – 5th grade at Westview on the James (located in Goochland County) Friday, March 15 - Saturday, March 16. The cost of this event is $65.00 per child. This includes a meal on Friday evening, breakfast and lunch on Saturday, as well as all the activities your child would typically participate in during summer camp, such as crafts, archery, and a ropes course, all while including spiritual formation. Transportation to and from Westview will be provided by the church, and Dixie Chappell, our Coordinator of Family and Children’s Ministries will be attending this overnight experience.

Spaces are limited and chaperones are needed. To reserve your child’s spot, please download the forms below, print out the forms, and return with payment to Dixie Chappell at the church. Checks should be made to Shady Grove UMC and please memo “Westview Children's Retreat.” Registration closes March 1. If you have any questions or would like to chaperone, please contact Dixie at dixiechappell@shadygroveumc.org or call 804- 317-7593.

Parental Consent and Liability Release Form

Westview Activities Waiver Form

Packing List

If you have any questions about our Children's Ministry, please contact Dixie or call 804-317-7593.