September 8, 2013

Thank you to Amy for planning and leading the lesson last week. I am sad that I was out of town and unable to pop in to say hello, but I hear that everything went great! Well done, team.

This week, Andrea leads, with Tara and Elizabeth assisting. This week, the series continues with:

Why Can't I Sleep In:

What Am I Supposed to Do at Church?

This lesson provides lots of opportunity for the kids to share how they are already serving at church. Lots of 4th-5th graders lead worship by singing with PSALM Kids, or pass out bulletins, or usher, or give offering, or acolyte. Make sure to recognize for them that it's not the adults who make the church live - they are the life of the church. 

And consider skipping the "Clue 2" in the Grapple Clues section, which talks about an obscure Bible character falling asleep during church... probably not the focus you want to have for this lesson. 

Finally, be sure to take time to check in with the kids, either during large group or small group. With school just getting started, they're still transitioning to a new year. Ask how they're doing, how you can pray for them, and how they can pray for one another. 

BYOB

Remember that this Sunday Sunday (September 8) is BYOB (Bring Your Own Bible), and we want to encourage all children 3rd grade & up to bring their Bibles. Specifically encourage kids in Alive! to bring the Bibles they received from Christ Church, if they still have them. 

If there are any kids in your class who do not have a Bible of their own, let Sarah know - we would be happy to provide them with one! 

Because it's a busy Sunday with 2nd grade Bibles, I might not be available to check in as much as I would like, but please seek out Cindy Bagley (Prepare Coordinator & hallway floater) if you need any assistance throughout the morning. Thank you!