At JUC we have many opportunities for families to connect to each other and their peers through a variety of family-focused programs.
Our programs are designed by Sarah Billerbeck, Director of Faith Exploration, in partnership with our Family Ministry Team (FMT).
Family Ministry Team
3rd Thursdays, 6:30-8:30 pm
The Family Ministry Team finds creative ways to bring families together and build a multigenerational community. JUC strives to center and honor families with love and fun. We always welcome new members to the Family Ministry Team.
First Friday Open Mic
First Fridays, 6 pm dinner, 7 pm show (September-May)
We’ll enjoy a pizza and salad dinner ($5/person; $20/family suggested donation) followed by an evening of entertainment. We really love to have kid performers.
We Are Parents (+ kids!)
Second Tuesdays, 5:30-7:30 pm
We share a meal together, then the kids go to childcare while parents participate in interactive and fun programming put together by Sarah Billerback and a Family Ministry Team member. Each month will focus on a different topic or lens with the aim of deepening or connection with each other. Please sign up so we know how much food to order.($5/person; $20/family suggested donation).
Identity Groups
Periodically, we gather in affinity groups to support each other in our unique parenting journeys:
Special Events
We offer several one-off events to support families and children. Here are some examples of past or upcoming events:
Children’s Choir
Tuesdays, 6:20-7pm
Led by Laura Lizut, our Children’s Choir (open to 2nd-6th graders) explores our faith through music.
Family Camping Trips
Each summer our Family Ministry Team hosts one or more camping trips in the Colorado mountains.
Parent Retreats
Retreats for Moms and Dads are held annually in the Colorado mountains.
Holidays
Easter
Special faith exploration curriculum is followed by an egg hunt hosted by our High School Youth Group.
Halloween
A Spook-tacular bash with food, dancing, fun activities, and a haunted house hosted by our High School Youth Group.
Winter Solstice
A family-friendly service celebrating the return of the sun.
Christmas
Joyously compact, child centered services, telling the story of Christmas.