THIS WEEK I LEARNED

We want each child to know they are loved, valued and safe in our ministry. One of the ways we do this is by following our group promises. Please take time to review it with your child before class so that they understand the expectations. We will:  

• Listen when others are speaking and wait our turn to share  
• Keep our hands, feet, and objects to ourselves  
• Use calm, walking feet to move around the room  
• Use kind and encouraging words  
• Follow directions and make safe choices  

During our Sunday school hour, we continued our Advent series. The children learned about the messenger appearing to Mary and the journey to Bethlehem. We enjoyed wondering what it might be like to have a visit from a special messenger.

Our singers are hard at work learning their new Advent song! Their voices are full of excitement and joy, and we cannot wait for them to share it in the 10:30 worship service on December 14th.
If your child would like to practice at home, here is the link:
https://viewer.jwpepper.com/smc2/?product=10068945E&preview=true

In Chapel, we continued our Advent series. We talked about what how Advent is a time of waiting and preparing. I wonder if you have ever had to wait a long time for something?

In our sensory-friendly service, we explored the story of Peter healing Tabitha. Children have the opportunity to work with felt and make a bookmark or create a foam advent wreath.