Hello Parents and Children's Ministry Leaders!
2009. A year for me- as the returning prodigal children's director-to
be blown away by the incredible service of fantastic CM volunteers, and
encouraged by the depth of care our families have for one another, and
the desire by all, to see children growing in their faith. Thank you, each of you!
2010.
The decade for new resolutions, for new projects, for new dreams and
visions. 2010. A new decade for children to grow up in- faced with
the realities of cyber bullies, self-image issues, poor communication
skills due to high uses of technology, peer-pressure, awful language on
the playground, lack of respect for authority, pop-culture idolization,
video game induced tendinitis and carpal tunnel, the list goes on and
on. We have many obstacles to face in this new year! BUT WE WILL FACE
THEM WITH THE LOVE OF CHRIST IN US.
Children's Ministry To Do: Get Summer VBS Ready- Check!
I am so glad that Jesus invited children to be a part of his time on earth. Jesus never hesitated to allow children to participate in the kingdom and gospel he was proclaiming. Whether it was challenging adults to "become like a child", or "welcome a child"; his miraculous healing of a child, or letting a child praise his name, or sit on his lap, it seems Jesus valued children greatly. I can think of no better way to acknowledge the importance of children in the life of the church (other than dedication, baptism, and confirmation :)) than giving kids an opportunity to serve others and be the hands and feet of Christ today!
