Parents and
children are busy – all year long. Even when the school year ends there are
camps, sports, and family vacations. The
long lazy summers of my youth seem to be long gone. I can't believe I complained that I was bored!
In the midst
of wonderful learning opportunities and family outings, I strongly encourage
you to remember the blessings of what your church provides. Your child’s faith grows because of the work
of the Spirit. Look for ways to encourage that work. Here is how Faith Lutheran
can help you.
Family devotions are a great way to help Bible
learning to continue even when church attendance might be interrupted with
travel and tournaments. A short devotion at the beginning of the trip or with
mealtimes or bedtimes reminds our children that God goes with us. Here is a
link to Concordia Publishing House and their easy resource of My Devotions.
This is a subscription to an easy to read and understand daily devotion. It even means some mail!
Family Summer Sunday School is a new program we are trying for
this summer. Many other churches have moved toward this kind of Sunday school
for these busy months and we pray it is a blessing for you. Come to Sunday School at
the regular time and come as a family. You will receive a kit that has
everything you need to share a Bible story, learn a Bible verse, pray together,
and enjoy your choices of an activity such as a craft or game. The benefit is to
learn some tools that will help you share your faith with your children. Please register before or after church.
Vacation Bible School is also trying something new this
year. Because more families find it hard to attend every day for a week, we are
scheduling VBS for two all-day events on Saturday. The first is for young children and the second
for school age children. If your child qualifies for both he/she is welcome to
attend both. Vacation
Bible School gives children a chance to see God’s word in a different setting.
It is also a natural way to invite friends and neighborhood children. Please register before or after church.
Barnyard Roundup
Saturday, June 4
9:00am – 1:00pm
Children ages 3-8years
“Unique yet united”
Camp Luther Outdoor VBS
Saturday June 11
10:00am – 2:00pm
Children going into 1st through 6th
grade
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