“For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.” Isaiah 9:6
The similarities between the world Jesus entered over 2,000 years ago and the world we live in now are rarely- if ever- seen to have any similarities. As very different as the time periods may be, one thing hasn’t changed. That is our need for a Savior…a Savior that brings peace. Regardless of one’s views on hot topics like gun control and refugees entering our country, we can all agree that peace is what we long for. Our Savior is the Prince of Peace. If we can somehow- even in the midst of conflict and fear-remember that, then we will experience the peace that is promised to us always and in ALL ways.
“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.” John 14:27
This Week’s Announcements:
1. Christmas Services and Times:Christmas Eve- We will have one service on December 24th at 5pm. We will meet in the new performing arts building at Marietta High School. This is a family service so parents and kids of all ages will worship together. Christmas Day- We will celebrate the birth of our King on Christmas at 11am in our sanctuary. This is also a family service so parents and kids of all ages will worship together. *It’s okay for kids to come in their PJ’s if they are just not ready to get dressed yet!
2. Special Information for Sunday, December 27th: As we continue to celebrate the birth of Jesus- (we don’t stop celebrating on Dec. 25th), we will enjoy a fun “still celebrating” kind of day in PathFinders on Sunday, Dec. 27th. Please read below to find out what is happening in your child’s room/area.
For 3k and under: Children are welcome to come to church like it’s Christmas morning, complete with wearing their PJ’s to church!
For 4k&Kindergaten: Our morning will look a little different than other Sunday mornings because our small group leaders will be enjoying a much deserved rest. This doesn’t mean we are taking a break from reading God’s Word or worship! Along with reading the Christmas story, we will do games, crafts, and watch a classic Christmas movie. Also- to make it a more relaxed and fun day, 4k&K children are welcome to wear their PJ’s to church on Sunday. (That’s right…you don’t have to get them dressed before church! That’s our little after Christmas gift to you!)
For 1st-5th grade: Our morning will look a little different than other Sunday mornings because our small group leaders will be enjoying a much deserved rest. This doesn’t mean we are taking a break from reading God’s Word or worship! Our theme for the day will be “every good gift.” Every child loves to have “show and tell” about the good gifts they received for Christmas. So…to go along with our theme for the day, we’ll share our own good gifts. Your 1st-5th grader is welcome to bring ONE gift they received for Christmas. Please make sure you’ve approved what they are bringing AND that it is somehow labeled with their name.
**Two rules: 1.) Make sure it’s an appropriate toy to have in a group. No “weapon” related toys or anything bigger than what they can easily carry themselves. 2.) They are responsible for whatever they bring.
**Please note these two things for clarification:
- The PJ option is only open to children up through Kindergarten. (1st-5th should be dressed as normal)
- If your 4k/K child would like to bring a show-n-tell “gift” because an older sibling is doing so, please know that we trust your parental wisdom on this. Think about these things: Is your child okay with others touching their new toy? Are they responsible enough to not mix their toy up (and risk losing) with other toys in the room, etc.?
3. Attention Kindergarten – 2nd grade PathFinders: Grab your PJ's, your robe, your slippers, and your pillow....It's time for our annual PILLOW AND POP! PARTY. Friday, January 8, 6:30pm-8:30pm, in our 164 space. Registration is required and is only open until Monday, January 4th. Click the link to sign up: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0E45A8AE22A75-pillownpop
What God is Teaching Us:
For 4k-5th Grade: Click the link below to see this week’s Advent lessons.
This link is no longer available
As ARMED meets Advent, we will continue to learn a new memory verse each week. This week’s verse:
“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.” John 14:27
FAMILY TIME:
If your family would like a guide to reading through Scripture during the Advent Season, we would love to share some great resources with you. Each week on the blog, I will list some suggested readings for the days between one blog and the next. *Also- I’ve included some links to other resources if you want a more in depth way of leading your family through the season. Enjoy this special time of year!
PATHFINDER ADVENT SCRIPTURE READINGS: (DEC. 21-25)
Dec. 21st- Matthew 2:7-8
Dec. 22nd- Matthew 2:9-12
Dec. 23rd- Matthew 2:19-23
Dec.24th- John 1:14
CHRISTMAS DAY- Luke 2: 1-20
Other resources for Advent:
Focus on the Family has LOTS of great Advent reading plans: http://www.focusonthefamily.com/parenting/holidays/making-meaningful-christmas-memories/celebrate-advent
This is one of my favorite ideas- learning the names of God through Advent! This one is also hands-on because you can make an ornament each day with the names.
http://kojo-designs.com/2011/12/advent-ornaments/
And…lastly, if you love the Jesus Storybook Bible like I do, then you’ll love this resource. This is a free printable guide to using this special Bible during Advent.
http://www.faithgateway.com/jesus-storybook-bible-advent-calendar-printable/
Wednesday, December 23, 2015
Thursday, December 17, 2015
Everlasting Father
“For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.” Isaiah 9:6
I love a translation I read recently that used “Father forever” for Everlasting Father. What a great way to help kids understand that concept.
Hearing the children talk about things that seem to take (or last) forever, like waiting for mom to make dinner, shopping in Costco, waiting for dad to get home from work to play, and of course- Christmas morning, I got a real sense of their understanding of forever. Or I thought I did…
When I asked the follow up question- what REALLY lasts forever, even 4k/K kids had a great understanding that nothing does- except God. They understood that things expire, go bad, wear out, or even die. They also understood that God is forever. He has always been and will always be.
Think about that in terms of a Father. We never outgrow Him, we never get too old to be taken care of by Him, we are never so grownup that He says, “You’re on your own.” Jesus - what a great comfort to know that He is our Father forever.
“Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and the God of all comfort.” 2 Corinthians 1:3
This Week’s Announcements:
1. Christmas Services and Times:
a. Christmas Eve- We will have one service on December 24th at 5pm. We will meet in the new performing arts building at Marietta High School. This is a family service so parents and kids of all ages will worship together.
b. Christmas Day- We will celebrate the birth of our King on Christmas at 11am in our sanctuary. This is also a family service so parents and kids of all ages will worship together. *It’s okay for kids to come in their PJ’s if they are just not ready to get dressed yet!
2. Attention Kindergarten – 2nd grade PathFinders: Grab your PJ's, your robe, your slippers, and your pillow....It's time for our annual PILLOW AND POP! PARTY. Friday, January 8, 6:30pm-8:30pm, in our 164 space. Registration is required and is only open until Monday, January 4th. Click the link to sign up: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0E45A8AE22A75-pillownpop
What God is Teaching Us:
For 4k-5th Grade: Click the link below to see this week’s Advent lessons.
This link is no longer available
As ARMED meets Advent, we will continue to learn a new memory verse each week. This week’s verse:“Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and the God of all comfort.” 2 Corinthians 1:3
FAMILY TIME:
If your family would like a guide to reading through Scripture during the Advent Season, we would love to share some great resources with you. Each week on the blog, I will list some suggested readings for the days between one blog and the next. *Also- I’ve included some links to other resources if you want a more in depth way of leading your family through the season. Enjoy this special time of year!
PATHFINDER ADVENT SCRIPTURE READINGS: (DEC. 14-20)
Dec. 14th- Luke 2:1-7
Dec. 15th- Luke 2:8-12
Dec. 16th- Luke 2:13-14
Dec.17th- Luke 2:15-18
Dec. 18th- Luke 2:19-20
Dec.19th- Matthew 2:1-2
Dec.20th- Matthew 2:3-6
Other resources for Advent:
Focus on the Family has LOTS of great Advent reading plans: http://www.focusonthefamily.com/parenting/holidays/making-meaningful-christmas-memories/celebrate-advent
This is one of my favorite ideas- learning the names of God through Advent! This one is also hands-on because you can make an ornament each day with the names.
http://kojo-designs.com/2011/12/advent-ornaments/
And…lastly, if you love the Jesus Storybook Bible like I do, then you’ll love this resource. This is a free printable guide to using this special Bible during Advent.
http://www.faithgateway.com/jesus-storybook-bible-advent-calendar-printable/
I love a translation I read recently that used “Father forever” for Everlasting Father. What a great way to help kids understand that concept.
Hearing the children talk about things that seem to take (or last) forever, like waiting for mom to make dinner, shopping in Costco, waiting for dad to get home from work to play, and of course- Christmas morning, I got a real sense of their understanding of forever. Or I thought I did…
When I asked the follow up question- what REALLY lasts forever, even 4k/K kids had a great understanding that nothing does- except God. They understood that things expire, go bad, wear out, or even die. They also understood that God is forever. He has always been and will always be.
Think about that in terms of a Father. We never outgrow Him, we never get too old to be taken care of by Him, we are never so grownup that He says, “You’re on your own.” Jesus - what a great comfort to know that He is our Father forever.
“Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and the God of all comfort.” 2 Corinthians 1:3
This Week’s Announcements:
1. Christmas Services and Times:
a. Christmas Eve- We will have one service on December 24th at 5pm. We will meet in the new performing arts building at Marietta High School. This is a family service so parents and kids of all ages will worship together.
b. Christmas Day- We will celebrate the birth of our King on Christmas at 11am in our sanctuary. This is also a family service so parents and kids of all ages will worship together. *It’s okay for kids to come in their PJ’s if they are just not ready to get dressed yet!
2. Attention Kindergarten – 2nd grade PathFinders: Grab your PJ's, your robe, your slippers, and your pillow....It's time for our annual PILLOW AND POP! PARTY. Friday, January 8, 6:30pm-8:30pm, in our 164 space. Registration is required and is only open until Monday, January 4th. Click the link to sign up: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0E45A8AE22A75-pillownpop
What God is Teaching Us:
For 4k-5th Grade: Click the link below to see this week’s Advent lessons.
This link is no longer available
As ARMED meets Advent, we will continue to learn a new memory verse each week. This week’s verse:“Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and the God of all comfort.” 2 Corinthians 1:3
FAMILY TIME:
If your family would like a guide to reading through Scripture during the Advent Season, we would love to share some great resources with you. Each week on the blog, I will list some suggested readings for the days between one blog and the next. *Also- I’ve included some links to other resources if you want a more in depth way of leading your family through the season. Enjoy this special time of year!
PATHFINDER ADVENT SCRIPTURE READINGS: (DEC. 14-20)
Dec. 14th- Luke 2:1-7
Dec. 15th- Luke 2:8-12
Dec. 16th- Luke 2:13-14
Dec.17th- Luke 2:15-18
Dec. 18th- Luke 2:19-20
Dec.19th- Matthew 2:1-2
Dec.20th- Matthew 2:3-6
Other resources for Advent:
Focus on the Family has LOTS of great Advent reading plans: http://www.focusonthefamily.com/parenting/holidays/making-meaningful-christmas-memories/celebrate-advent
This is one of my favorite ideas- learning the names of God through Advent! This one is also hands-on because you can make an ornament each day with the names.
http://kojo-designs.com/2011/12/advent-ornaments/
And…lastly, if you love the Jesus Storybook Bible like I do, then you’ll love this resource. This is a free printable guide to using this special Bible during Advent.
http://www.faithgateway.com/jesus-storybook-bible-advent-calendar-printable/
Monday, December 7, 2015
Mighty God
“For to us a child is born,16 to us a son is given,17 and the government18 will be on his shoulders.19 And he will be called Wonderful Counselor,b20 Mighty God,21 Everlasting22 Father,23 Prince of Peace.” Isaiah 9:6
Isn’t it remarkable that the Mighty God we serve chose to come to live among mankind as a human? He chose to humble Himself and become like us to live with us. Not only that, He chose to come as a baby.
In the midst of the hustle and bustle that is the Christmas season, we sometimes forget this fact, and even more than that, we don’t take time to explore the why of His decision. Think about the love and compassion that it takes to “walk in the shoes” of another. Think about the depth of your dedication to understanding when you choose to explore and experience how another lives or feels. Multiply that exponentially and you have a glimpse of what Jesus did for us.
As Gabriel told Mary when he informed her she had been chosen to carry and raise God’s Son, “nothing is impossible with God.” This Advent season, remember that God Himself has walked in your shoes. He knows every heartache and joy you experience. Because of that and even more because He is mighty, we can trust Him with everything. We can trust Him with the impossible.
This Week’s Announcements:
1. How To…Christmas- Our next “How To” session is Wednesday, December 9th. Be sure to sign up for dinner and register your children for childcare. Registration is REQUIRED to guarantee a spot for your children. Visit our website www.stonebridgemarietta.org and click on event registration.
2. Christmas Services and Times:
a. Christmas Eve- We will have one service on December 24th at 5pm. We will meet in the new performing arts building at Marietta High School. This is a family service so parents and kids of all ages will worship together.
b. Christmas Day- We will celebrate the birth of our King on Christmas at 11am in our sanctuary. This is also a family service so parents and kids of all ages will worship together. *It’s okay for kids to come in their PJ’s if they are just not ready to get dressed yet!
What God is Teaching Us:
For 4k-5th Grade: Click the link below to see this week’s Advent lessons.
This link is no longer available
As ARMED meets Advent, we will continue to learn a new memory verse each week. This week’s verse:
“For nothing is impossible with God.” Luke 1:37
FAMILY TIME:
If your family would like a guide to reading through Scripture during the Advent Season, we would love to share some great resources with you. Each week on the blog, I will list some suggested readings for the days between one blog and the next. *Also- I’ve included some links to other resources if you want a more in depth way of leading your family through the season. Enjoy this special time of year!
PATHFINDER ADVENT SCRIPTURE READINGS: (DEC. 7-13)
Dec. 7th- Luke 1:18-25
Dec. 8th- Luke 1:26-38
Dec. 9th- Matthew 1:18-21
Dec.10th- Matthew 1:22-25
Dec. 11th- Luke 1:39-45
Dec.12th- Luke 1:46-56
Dec.13th-Micah 5:2-5
Other resources for Advent:
Focus on the Family has LOTS of great Advent reading plans: http://www.focusonthefamily.com/parenting/holidays/making-meaningful-christmas-memories/celebrate-advent
This is one of my favorite ideas- learning the names of God through Advent! This one is also hands-on because you can make an ornament each day with the names.
http://kojo-designs.com/2011/12/advent-ornaments/
And…lastly, if you love the Jesus Storybook Bible like I do, then you’ll love this resource. This is a free printable guide to using this special Bible during Advent.
http://www.faithgateway.com/jesus-storybook-bible-advent-calendar-printable/
Isn’t it remarkable that the Mighty God we serve chose to come to live among mankind as a human? He chose to humble Himself and become like us to live with us. Not only that, He chose to come as a baby.
In the midst of the hustle and bustle that is the Christmas season, we sometimes forget this fact, and even more than that, we don’t take time to explore the why of His decision. Think about the love and compassion that it takes to “walk in the shoes” of another. Think about the depth of your dedication to understanding when you choose to explore and experience how another lives or feels. Multiply that exponentially and you have a glimpse of what Jesus did for us.
As Gabriel told Mary when he informed her she had been chosen to carry and raise God’s Son, “nothing is impossible with God.” This Advent season, remember that God Himself has walked in your shoes. He knows every heartache and joy you experience. Because of that and even more because He is mighty, we can trust Him with everything. We can trust Him with the impossible.
This Week’s Announcements:
1. How To…Christmas- Our next “How To” session is Wednesday, December 9th. Be sure to sign up for dinner and register your children for childcare. Registration is REQUIRED to guarantee a spot for your children. Visit our website www.stonebridgemarietta.org and click on event registration.
2. Christmas Services and Times:
a. Christmas Eve- We will have one service on December 24th at 5pm. We will meet in the new performing arts building at Marietta High School. This is a family service so parents and kids of all ages will worship together.
b. Christmas Day- We will celebrate the birth of our King on Christmas at 11am in our sanctuary. This is also a family service so parents and kids of all ages will worship together. *It’s okay for kids to come in their PJ’s if they are just not ready to get dressed yet!
What God is Teaching Us:
For 4k-5th Grade: Click the link below to see this week’s Advent lessons.
This link is no longer available
As ARMED meets Advent, we will continue to learn a new memory verse each week. This week’s verse:
“For nothing is impossible with God.” Luke 1:37
FAMILY TIME:
If your family would like a guide to reading through Scripture during the Advent Season, we would love to share some great resources with you. Each week on the blog, I will list some suggested readings for the days between one blog and the next. *Also- I’ve included some links to other resources if you want a more in depth way of leading your family through the season. Enjoy this special time of year!
PATHFINDER ADVENT SCRIPTURE READINGS: (DEC. 7-13)
Dec. 7th- Luke 1:18-25
Dec. 8th- Luke 1:26-38
Dec. 9th- Matthew 1:18-21
Dec.10th- Matthew 1:22-25
Dec. 11th- Luke 1:39-45
Dec.12th- Luke 1:46-56
Dec.13th-Micah 5:2-5
Other resources for Advent:
Focus on the Family has LOTS of great Advent reading plans: http://www.focusonthefamily.com/parenting/holidays/making-meaningful-christmas-memories/celebrate-advent
This is one of my favorite ideas- learning the names of God through Advent! This one is also hands-on because you can make an ornament each day with the names.
http://kojo-designs.com/2011/12/advent-ornaments/
And…lastly, if you love the Jesus Storybook Bible like I do, then you’ll love this resource. This is a free printable guide to using this special Bible during Advent.
http://www.faithgateway.com/jesus-storybook-bible-advent-calendar-printable/
Thursday, December 3, 2015
Hope Comes While We Wait
“For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.” Isaiah 9:6
If you’ve been in or around a church at all during an Advent season, you’ve most likely heard this verse from Isaiah more than once. It is the most often referenced prophecy verse about Jesus’ birth. Because we’ve heard it so many times, do we really stop to take in its message?
We as a church (and in PathFinders) are using this familiar Scripture as our anchor verse for Advent, but we certainly don’t want it to lose its powerful meaning because of that familiarity. If the saying “familiarity breeds contempt” is at all true, then we have to fight against even a smaller version of that- complacency.
This is where our “ARMED” series meets the Advent season. We will ride the wave of intentionality and excitement we saw in the kids over ARMED into our study of Advent and Jesus’ birth.
This week we started with how God prepared the hearts of His people for Jesus’ arrival and what it means to wait with hope. As we heard the story of Zechariah receiving the news that he and his wife would have a son who would prepare a way for the Lord, we can somewhat understand what it means to wait with hope. Zechariah, like all the people of God during that time, had heard the prophecies of a coming Messiah. They had hope that He would come, but since they had no idea when, they had to wait in that hope.
And…poor Zechariah…even after hearing the good news that it was going to happen soon, he was silenced and couldn’t tell anyone. Why did God choose to cut off Zechariah’s voice until his son John was born? The obvious answer is because he didn’t believe the news fully, but what if it was more? What if God wanted his people to continue to wait and more importantly wait with hope? If they knew the day was upon them would they continue to wait with hopeful expectancy?
Romans 8:24-25- “For in this hope we were saved. But hope that is seen is no hope at all. Who hopes for what he already has? But if we hope for what we do not yet have, we wait for it patiently.”
Do we hope for what we already have? If we circle the date (Dec. 25th) on the calendar and wait for it to come, but forget what it means to hope in our waiting…have we lost something really significant?
Advent is more than just a countdown to Christmas Day. Advent is more than reciting the verses in Isaiah or Luke. Advent is a time to wait…with hope.
This Week’s Announcements:
1. How To…Christmas- Our next “How To” session is Wednesday, December 9th. Be sure to sign up for dinner and register your children for childcare. Registration is REQUIRED to guarantee a spot for your children. Visit our website www.stonebridgemarietta.org and click on event registration.
2. Christmas Services and Times:
a. Christmas Eve- We will have one service on December 24th at 5pm. We will meet in the new performing arts building at Marietta High School. This is a family service so parents and kids of all ages will worship together.
b. Christmas Day- We will celebrate the birth of our King on Christmas at 11am in our sanctuary. This is also a family service so parents and kids of all ages will worship together. *It’s okay for kids to come in their PJ’s if they are just not ready to get dressed yet!
What God is Teaching Us:
For 4k-5th Grade: This week’s first Advent lesson was on (HOPE) Click the link to see lessons.
This link is no longer available
As ARMED meets Advent, we will continue to learn a new memory verse each week. This week’s verse:
“Be strong and take heart, all you who hope in the LORD.” Psalm 31:24
FAMILY TIME:
If your family would like a guide to reading through Scripture during the Advent Season, we would love to share some great resources with you. Each week on the blog, I will list some suggested readings for the days between one blog and the next. *Also- I’ve included some links to other resources if you want a more in depth way of leading your family through the season. Enjoy this special time of year!
PATHFINDER ADVENT SCRIPTURE READINGS: (DEC. 1-6)
Dec. 1st- John 1:1-5
Dec. 2nd- Isaiah 9:2-7
Dec. 3rd- Isaiah 11:1-10
Dec. 4th- Jeremiah 33:14-16
Dec. 5th- Luke 1:5-10
Dec. 6th- Luke 1:11-17
Other resources for Advent:
Focus on the Family has LOTS of great Advent reading plans: http://www.focusonthefamily.com/parenting/holidays/making-meaningful-christmas-memories/celebrate-advent
This is one of my favorite ideas- learning the names of God through Advent! This one is also hands-on because you can make an ornament each day with the names.
http://kojo-designs.com/2011/12/advent-ornaments/
And…lastly, if you love the Jesus Storybook Bible like I do, then you’ll love this resource. This is a free printable guide to using the this special Bible during Advent.
http://www.faithgateway.com/jesus-storybook-bible-advent-calendar-printable/
If you’ve been in or around a church at all during an Advent season, you’ve most likely heard this verse from Isaiah more than once. It is the most often referenced prophecy verse about Jesus’ birth. Because we’ve heard it so many times, do we really stop to take in its message?
We as a church (and in PathFinders) are using this familiar Scripture as our anchor verse for Advent, but we certainly don’t want it to lose its powerful meaning because of that familiarity. If the saying “familiarity breeds contempt” is at all true, then we have to fight against even a smaller version of that- complacency.
This is where our “ARMED” series meets the Advent season. We will ride the wave of intentionality and excitement we saw in the kids over ARMED into our study of Advent and Jesus’ birth.
This week we started with how God prepared the hearts of His people for Jesus’ arrival and what it means to wait with hope. As we heard the story of Zechariah receiving the news that he and his wife would have a son who would prepare a way for the Lord, we can somewhat understand what it means to wait with hope. Zechariah, like all the people of God during that time, had heard the prophecies of a coming Messiah. They had hope that He would come, but since they had no idea when, they had to wait in that hope.
And…poor Zechariah…even after hearing the good news that it was going to happen soon, he was silenced and couldn’t tell anyone. Why did God choose to cut off Zechariah’s voice until his son John was born? The obvious answer is because he didn’t believe the news fully, but what if it was more? What if God wanted his people to continue to wait and more importantly wait with hope? If they knew the day was upon them would they continue to wait with hopeful expectancy?
Romans 8:24-25- “For in this hope we were saved. But hope that is seen is no hope at all. Who hopes for what he already has? But if we hope for what we do not yet have, we wait for it patiently.”
Do we hope for what we already have? If we circle the date (Dec. 25th) on the calendar and wait for it to come, but forget what it means to hope in our waiting…have we lost something really significant?
Advent is more than just a countdown to Christmas Day. Advent is more than reciting the verses in Isaiah or Luke. Advent is a time to wait…with hope.
This Week’s Announcements:
1. How To…Christmas- Our next “How To” session is Wednesday, December 9th. Be sure to sign up for dinner and register your children for childcare. Registration is REQUIRED to guarantee a spot for your children. Visit our website www.stonebridgemarietta.org and click on event registration.
2. Christmas Services and Times:
a. Christmas Eve- We will have one service on December 24th at 5pm. We will meet in the new performing arts building at Marietta High School. This is a family service so parents and kids of all ages will worship together.
b. Christmas Day- We will celebrate the birth of our King on Christmas at 11am in our sanctuary. This is also a family service so parents and kids of all ages will worship together. *It’s okay for kids to come in their PJ’s if they are just not ready to get dressed yet!
What God is Teaching Us:
For 4k-5th Grade: This week’s first Advent lesson was on (HOPE) Click the link to see lessons.
This link is no longer available
As ARMED meets Advent, we will continue to learn a new memory verse each week. This week’s verse:
“Be strong and take heart, all you who hope in the LORD.” Psalm 31:24
FAMILY TIME:
If your family would like a guide to reading through Scripture during the Advent Season, we would love to share some great resources with you. Each week on the blog, I will list some suggested readings for the days between one blog and the next. *Also- I’ve included some links to other resources if you want a more in depth way of leading your family through the season. Enjoy this special time of year!
PATHFINDER ADVENT SCRIPTURE READINGS: (DEC. 1-6)
Dec. 1st- John 1:1-5
Dec. 2nd- Isaiah 9:2-7
Dec. 3rd- Isaiah 11:1-10
Dec. 4th- Jeremiah 33:14-16
Dec. 5th- Luke 1:5-10
Dec. 6th- Luke 1:11-17
Other resources for Advent:
Focus on the Family has LOTS of great Advent reading plans: http://www.focusonthefamily.com/parenting/holidays/making-meaningful-christmas-memories/celebrate-advent
This is one of my favorite ideas- learning the names of God through Advent! This one is also hands-on because you can make an ornament each day with the names.
http://kojo-designs.com/2011/12/advent-ornaments/
And…lastly, if you love the Jesus Storybook Bible like I do, then you’ll love this resource. This is a free printable guide to using the this special Bible during Advent.
http://www.faithgateway.com/jesus-storybook-bible-advent-calendar-printable/
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