Hello Parents and Grandparents!
Our fall schedule is about to kick off at LSCC. As you are probably aware, we've made some changes to our programming. The following is a list of questions you may ask in response to the changes. Take a few minutes and read through this information. If you have any further questions, please give Alan Phillips or Kevin Hartman a call in the children's ministry office (816.524.6786).
Our fall schedule is about to kick off at LSCC. As you are probably aware, we've made some changes to our programming. The following is a list of questions you may ask in response to the changes. Take a few minutes and read through this information. If you have any further questions, please give Alan Phillips or Kevin Hartman a call in the children's ministry office (816.524.6786).
Q: What's different about Sundays?
A: Not much will change for the early childhood area. We will have a familiar structure for ages 3-5: check into room, go to large group worship time, then back to room for small group interaction. As an addition to early childhood, we are excited to let you know that we now have a strategy and curriculum to teach our nursery babies and toddlers! As for elementary, we will have a stage-driven production that is fast paced, high energy, and Bible focused. All children in grades 1-6 will meet in the Kids Adventure auditorium located in the lower level.
Q: When do these changes go into effect?
A: Sunday, September 9th.
Q: When do these changes go into effect?
A: Sunday, September 9th.
Q: Why are we doing away with Sunday small groups for elementary children?
A: After two years of trying, we've concluded that we just don't have enough time to provide a high quality elementary small group experience on Sundays. Therefore, Sunday's focus will be to introduce children to our monthly Biblical virtue through Bible stories, Bible memory, games, skits, music and much more. See our Wednesday FAQ section for more details concerning small groups.
Q: What is the core Biblical virtue?
A: The elementary curriculum is founded on three basic truths: I need to make the wise choice; I can trust God no matter what; I should treat others the way I want to be treated. These truths are taught by learning 36 Biblical virtues as seen in 150 different Bible stories. We will focus on one virtue a month. These virtues are qualities that keep our children from being ineffective and unproductive in their knowledge of the Lord Jesus Christ. As we become more like Him, He'll use those qualities or virtues in us to change the world around us.
Wednesday Night:
Q: What's different about Wednesdays?
A: Wednesday night is now Adventure Quest. Adventure Quest is for children ages 3 through sixth grade and meets from 6:30 to 8 pm beginning September 5th. Each child will be a part of a small group led by an adult with the goal of developing a close relationship with God and each other. Ages 3 through kindergarten will go through a rotation of Bible story and music, and small group interaction and activities. Elementary children will be a part of a grade and gender related group led by an adult and will participate in large group and small group rotations.
Q: Where does my child go?
A: Early childhood (birth through kindergarten) will go to the same room they use on Sunday morning. All elementary children will go downstairs in the Kids Adventure auditorium.
Q: Do I have to register?
A: NO! If you are already in our church data base, you're all set. Just report to one of our computer kiosks in the children's lobby, check in and take your child to their assigned room just like you would do on Sunday morning.
Q: Is there an incentive program?
A: We will have an incentive program for all elementary children. Your child can earn points by: completing the "God Time" (personal quiet time) card, quoting assigned memory verses, bringing a friend, quoting the monthly virtue, and more. Accumulated points may be used to purchase items from the "Adventure Outpost". Join us on September 5th, for more details on how your child can participate.
Q: Does my child wear a uniform?
A: NO! There are no uniforms for Adventure Quest.
Q: Is there any cost involved?
A: NO! One of our goals is to provide a Wednesday evening discipleship program that is free and easy to enter no matter what time of year your child begins.
Q: Is this just a repeat of Sunday?
A: NO! While we will review the basic truth, Biblical value, and Bible story, we will spend a considerable amount of time in small groups developing our relationship with God and our relationship with the small group members.
The Bottom Line:
Q: How does this new programming help me be a spiritual leader at home?
A: LSCC is designing a strategy that combines the influence of the family and the faith community in order to demonstrate the message of God's story to influence the next generation. It's strategic parenting. Its a plan of action with an end in mind. We are ready to help you with a unified plan and show you how to use it.
Q: What do I do now?
A: Attend our newest class for parents: Parenting Beyond Your Capacity. This six week class will begin on September 9, and will meet at 9:30 a.m. We will show you how to use this strategy and equip you with resources to help you every day - because we know that you want to be the best parent you can be.
Gone are the days of figuring out how to parent on your own. LSCC wants to partner with you using a strategy that equips you for this journey. Let us know if you have any questions. We look forward to hearing from you.
Blessings,
Kevin Hartman and Alan Phillips
