Baptism Orientation is offered twice yearly to parents, grandparents, and family members. Children's choirs rehearse on Sunday evenings and sing about once a month in worship services. In addition, they learn a musical drama that they present to the church every Spring. University United Methodist Preschool UUMP is a part of the ministry of University Church. It is a parent-involved program for children two to four years old.
Classes meet either two or three mornings a week.
The council is comprised of volunteer members and a representative of the church staff. The Childcare Committee works with the Nursery Care Coordinator and nursery staff to make sure our church maintains quality childcare. It also oversees the Nursery Home Visitors and is establishing a nurturing program for families with newborns. It sponsors the monthly Mother's Morning Fellowship, a program for mothers with infants and young children. Special programs for couples soon to be wed and new parents are offered.