1-27-23 This Week in Faith
/For Kids in January and February
Faith Fun Friday on February 10 from 9AM-1PM- The cost is $25 per child, $45 for a family of 2, or $60 for a family of 3+. Early Bird from 8AM-9AM is available for an additional $6/child. For questions or to register, please email Julie Bowker at ju_bowker@yahoo.com.
Sunday School EVERY Sunday Sundays from 9:45AM-10:45AM There are classes for 5th grade and under. Check in at the desk in the foyer. This month we are studying:
This Sunday we are continuing to explore missions in our community and around the world along with the missions conference of our church.
Children’s Church [8:30AM Service] Children’s Church is available during the 8:30AM service. There’s a kids message in both services. 2nd grade and under will be invited to leave for Children’s Church after that in the 8:30AM service.
* We also have a Children’s Bulletin that is ideal for 3rd-5th graders. It incorporates the worship bulletin but helps kids track through the service, stay engaged, and worship more fully with us. Look for it on the way into the sanctuary with the other bulletins.
For Students in January and February
Super Bowl Party on Feb 12 at 6PM Come eat food, watch commercials, win prizes, and enjoy the big game together with other middle and high school students. Stay as long as you want. In the Student Ministry Room at Faith.
The Mix is Feb. 24-26 Registration is open HERE for this incredible weekend. The prize goes up in February so now is a great time to get signed up, and for your kids to invite a friend.
Faith Summer Missions Sign up HERE to join the Mexico or Nicaragua mission teams this summer. Check out the link for more info. The deadline to sign up is this weekend [Mexico] and next weekend [NICA].
Wednesday Nights for Middle School [6-8PM] This Wednesday we will be doing some fun activities with our small groups talking about missions in our community and around the world along with our church missions conference. We’ll also have pizza for $2 [or free if you bring a friend who has not been before].
Sunday Nights for High School [6-8PM] This Sunday night we will be talking about missions in our community and around the world along with our church missions conference.
Sunday School [9:45AM-10:45AM] This Sunday students will join the broader church in the sanctuary to hear from our missions speakers- Robin Weinrich about ESL and the Zogg family about their work in the Dominican Republic.
For Parents in January and February
Parent Book Club on February 8 [6-8PM]- We’ll be talking about the last section, “Spiritual Milestones", of the book, Are My Kids on Track?
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Keeping Up with the Jones’: The Temptation to Compare
“Is my kid better behaved than theirs?” “Does my teenager have more college opportunities than theirs?” “What do other people think about my parenting when they see my kids?” It can be a huge challenge to keep from comparing our kids and our families with others. And yet the envy and regret that builds from that comparison can drive us to a constant state of not-enoughness that keeps us from resting in who we are because of Jesus. What can give us the ability to take our eyes off of everyone else, and keep them on Jesus? This article is a needed reminder that our identity as parents, and our hope for our kids, rests in Jesus.
Click here to read the article by Katie Polski.
I’m Sorry Silas
I don’t know why it feels so hard sometimes- to say “I’m sorry” to my kids. It should not be that difficult but I still feel myself hesitating sometimes. And yet, over and over again, it proves to be one of the most powerful things a parent can do to display the gospel for their kids. While it shapes our own hearts, it also gives kids a picture of what it looks like to be in need of the mercy and grace of Jesus. This article is a good reminder of this. When was the last time you apologized to one of your kids and asked for their forgiveness?
Click here to read the article by Drew Hensley.
PODCAST: 7 Traits of Effective Parenting with Dr. Danny Huerta
I was not familiar with Dr. Danny Huerta before this podcast but I really enjoyed what he has to say. He talks a lot about the importance with our connecting with our kids and how to do that. He talks about respect in the parent/child relationship. And a lot more. This 40 minute interview is well worth the time.
Click Here for the podcast in iTunes or
VIDEO: Great example of an apology
This 3 minute video is a great example of a public apology. It is the opposite of what we often see and hear from celebrities when they make a mistake. It is so rare for our kids to hear someone take complete responsibility for their actions, not shift blame to someone else, and acknowledge the people they have hurt. I also love that he says, “I’m not going to say this wasn’t me because it was” the exact opposite of what most people say. Watch this video with your kids and see if they can spot the things that make it a good apology. Talk about the importance of acknowledging our sin and restoring our relationships with others through asking for forgiveness.
Click here to watch the video of Shannon Sharpe.
VIDEO: “How to respond to disrespect”
Self control is something that so many of our kids struggle with. It is a fruit of the Spirit and something I pray for my kids often. I really like the way, in this video, he explains to the boys what to do when someone insults them or wrongs them. It’s just a few minutes but it could be a great conversation starter with your kids about what to do the next time someone teases them or pushes their buttons.
