CAMP VANDEMERE RETREAT

It's almost September, and we all know what happens in September -- Camp Vandemere Retreat!!  Those who have been before can't wait.  If you have not been yet, this could be the year!

Plan now to join us for a weekend enjoying God's great creations -- our world and our friends.  Last year was out biggest year yet -- let's try to break our record again this year!

YOUTH PROGRAM

In February, we started a new Youth Program that meets every Sunday night at 5:30 pm.  We are currently studying a five-week series from Kidology.org's DiscipleTown called, "How to Worship God."  The children are having a great time and have really enjoyed it so far.  We have learned how valuable God is, why we should worship God, and some ways to worship God.  Each lesson comes with activities that help children remember the lesson.   We also enjoy the fellowship, play Bible games, and have refreshments.

We are looking for a really great program that will help our children learn the Bible in a way that will interest the children.  We are open to any suggestions you may have.  Please let Mrs. Gloria know if you have any ideas or would like to help.  Always, thanks for your help and support.

SUNDAY SCHOOL BUS

If you know of a child or adult that needs a ride, please call Gloria and she will contact them and make arrangements to pick them up.  Thank you for your efforts as we continue to build our Sunday School.

CHILDREN'S CHURCH

Every Sunday morning during the worship service, we have Children's Church.  On the 1st and 5th Sundays, Mrs. Tammy, Mrs. Bobbie, Mr. Todd and Mrs. Gloria are in the back with the children.  They have Bible lessons and also rehearse for Youth Sundays.

Every 2nd & 4th Sunday mornings at 11:00 a.m., Mrs. Dorothy teaches the Disciples for Christ (ages 6-12) — “Over the next 6 months, the Disciples for Christ will be studying, “A Daily Walk With Jesus.”  They will begin as sinners, to become Christians, learn to live a Christ-like Life, travel a journey toward eternal Life, and then with Heaven as their goal.

    Each 2nd and 4th Sunday, they will be taking home a daily plus devotional guide.  We are challenging all parents to spend time with your children each day and help them complete their study guide, as well as to return it the next class time.

    They also have class work, projects and quizzes, receiving points as we go along.  All their work will be placed in their folder.  At the end of November, the child with the most points will receive their own devotional guide and a study Bible as a gift.  Each young person will also take home their folder with all their completed work.  I am looking forward to this study.”   Mrs. Dorothy (6-13-10)

2nd & 4th Sundays:  Our older teens prepare and teach a lesson for the 3-5 year olds.  This is a great way to bring our teens into God’s work, and there are always adults to assist.

Every 3rd Sunday is when the Cherubs, AFC and YFA meet.  We have wonderful teachers who are very concerned that our children learn about God.

   Children's Church is here to teach your children about God and Jesus in a way that they as children will understand.  It is to their benefit to attend these lessons.  If you have any questions, please ask Mrs. Gloria.

Thanks, for all you do!