DIDO

DIDO to Mrs. Jenny's post.
I am always amazed by the families that serve and the adults that come with just as much enthusiasm as our kids. I get the chance to serve in AWANA, Journey and VBS. Each part of these Children's Ministries are dear to my heart for different reasons. But I would like to share a story to let you readers know what goes on in our world. I teach 3rd grade girls in AWANA. I have been with this group since they were in first grade. I LOVE MY GIRLS. I can't tell you how many times I almost cry (for those that know me, know it doesn't take much!) each week as they share prayer request, recite verses or tell me what it means to believe in CHRIST. One week as we were all in the celebration room for opening ceremonies, I turned around to see a little girl being pushed in the room by her mom. In a very clear voice, I heard God tell me, "she is yours." I walked towards her and I asked her what grade and she said 3rd. (Oh course she was in 3rd grade. He just told me!) All night, I felt the holy spirit telling me to fill her up. I was able to give her lots of attention that night. AWANA provided the material to teach her about Jesus and even have her recite the Word of God. She left that night and I gave her a big hug. I never saw her again. I sent her post cards, left phone messages but she has never returned and never come back to my knowledge. At first, I was discouraged but God taught me a very important lesson. Every week in AWANA or Journey or Celebration we are allowed opportunities to FILL up HIS children. To TELL HIS children about HIM. To SHOW HIS children LOVE. We may only get one hour. We may only get one chance. But by HIS grace we get the CHANCE. So thank you parents, for the CHANCE.

Greatest Team in the World

I just had to say today that I am continually amazed by the incredible team that we have serving our kids week in and week out. Thank you for having an impact on our kids and on the kingdom of God. You are great. Keep growing. Keep serving. Keep loving our kids.

Yay from a Visiting Family

This was turned in on a visitor card in big church:

"We could not get our 8 year old to join in the children's ministry at our previous church. He is our primary concern in selecting a church home. Many of his friends from school attend here and he is happy in your children's programs. Thanks!"

Friends, kids have to connect to be happy. They have to be happy to stay. They have to stay to learn about Jesus. Great job in connecting this child. Keep it up!