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Parenting can be described as an adventure. Through the stress, exhaustion, excitment, discipline,rules and anxiety parents are still required to facilitate their children’s spiritual growth.
We all have heard parent horror stories, some have even lived through them, and if you have ever felt like you don’t know what you’re doing you are not alone.
The parent adventure is a 7 week Bible study to help conquer some of those questions and help you to see and raise your children like the Gifts from God they are!
We will be starting this bible study at Main Street Baptist Church on Wednesday nights from 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m Staring on July 22nd and will be led by Pastor Robert Franklin. The class is for parents of children birth to 5th grade.
For more information on this bible study visit lifeway’s website by following the link :
http://www.lifeway.com/e2/shop/?R=828497
Call the Church office to reserve your spot in the class today!
Child care will be provided.
You can now register online for Main Street 2009 VBS follow the link to our home page and sign your child up today!
Vacation Bible School is Sunday July 12th – Thursday July 16th from 6:30 pm – 9:15 pm
***For children age 4 years old through 5th grade***
If you are looking for a creative way to get your preschooler out of the house this summer, you will want to take advantage of this opportunity!
On Saturday June 13th from 11:30a.m.-1:30p.m. parents and preschoolers can come to Main Street and enjoy the summer weather, two inflatable bounce houses, sidewalk chalk, bubbles and the play ground.
** in case of rain the bounce houses will be set up in the gym**
A snack/ light lunch will be provided at noon!
**Parents are to attend with their children**
If you have any questions contact Magen Niece
This event is for children up through Kindergarten.
Kid’s Avenue Leaders Frequently Asked Questions
How long will I serve? Typically Sunday School Leaders serve a minimum of 3 Months (1 quarter) at a time. Some Leaders do choose to serve longer. There are special situations where leaders serve shorter term.
Why should I serve for a minimum of three months? Serving in a block of time allows you to build a personal relationship with the children. When you serve for 3 months or longer the children begin to recognize you as their leader and feel comfortable with you. When we are constantly switching leaders, children- especially preschoolers- are very reluctant to stay. WE want to minimize the discomfort and anxiety children feel when they encounter unfamiliar leaders. When you volunteer for a class we encourage you to shadow your class before you serve so you and the children can transition easily.
Where can I get supplies for the class? The basic supplies are in each classroom. They are located in bins marked Kid’s avenue. In the bins you will find scissors, glue sticks, markers, crayons, a hole punch, tape, scratch paper and construction paper. For additional supplies check the closet located behind the Kid’s Avenue desk.
What if I can’t find what I need? If there are specific or special supplies that are needed for your class contact Magen Nice, Minister of Intergenerational Education and she can have them for you by the next week. Also if you notice supplies in your bins are getting low be sure to contact Magen so your bins can be restocked.
What if I need to miss a Sunday while I am serving? Each Sunday we count on our volunteers to be present. It is very important for you to be on time and to show up when you volunteer to lead. Please contact Magen ahead of time when you know that you will be missing a Sunday. When you receive your curriculum you will be given a calendar for the quarter, please fill out the calendar with the dates you know you will be missing a head of time. **Please try not to call Sunday morning to inform the Kid’s Avenue team that you will not be leading your class unless it is an unforeseen event ( sickness or an emergency)** When at all possible inform Magen or the Kid’s avenue team ahead of time. Whenever possible arrange your own substitute for your class. If you are unable to find a sub please contact Magen She will help you.
Who do I ask if I have additional questions? Contact Magen Niece Minister of Intergenerational Education if you have any additional questions or comments
Do you feel spread too thin.. pulled in a million different directions? Are there times when you wonder if you are living your life to its fullest?
We all have those moments, and as women we tend to pile on more on top of ourselves even if we are in over our heads. We add a new responsibility to the pile when we really need to let one go. Whether it be that we need to be in control or that we feel we have no one to share the responsibility with… this unbalanced and anxiety filled life is not how God designed it to be.
In Lexington,KY there is a women’s life coaching organization called iBloom, they have various seminars and events available to women and help us to have the insight and encouragement to clear our plates and learn what is important.
“With God’s power at work within us, God can do much, MUCH more than anything we can ask or imagine. To him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus for all time, forever and ever. Amen.”
Ephesians 3:20-21
Visit their website http://ibloom.us/
They have an upcoming event in their iNurture series at Crossroads Christian Church the cost is $5.00 if you are interested follow this link :
http://ibloom.us/news-events.html
or you can become a fan of them on facebook!
Some of you may have heard of TOMS shoes as this company is gaining a lot of attention through the media. I own a pair of TOMS shoes and I have been stopped by a few parents here at Main Street who recognized them. I thought I would post on here to tell you more about them and the comany’s mission.
Entrepreneur Blake Mycoskie travels to Argentina in 2006, there he met some children and noticed they had no shoes. He wanted to help. It is on that premise he founded a company which vows to give a pair of shoes to a child in need for every pair that is sold…. one for one. His company has grown and plans to give more than 300,000 shoes to children in need around the world in 2009.
To learn more about his passion follow the link:
http://www.tomsshoes.com/content.asp?tid=271
While you are there you could order a pair ! You could teach your children about the children in countries who do not have shoes or other basic needs.
With summer just around the corner, and this weekends forecast predicting highs in the 80’s , you may find yourself and your children itching to get outside and enjoy the weather.
This saturday (after you hit the youth yard sale in our parking lot) plan to make it a fun day out doors for you and your kids! Plan a picnic, hike, or any other activity you were not able to do while hibernating for the winter!
This weekend’s forecast:
http://www.weather.com/weather/weekend/41001?from=36hr_topnav_undeclared
Follow this link to parents.com 20 activities to do with your family this weekend:
85% of women and children who are victimized are done so by someone who is familiar to them. That’s right not strangers– friends, neighbors, teachers, caregivers- you get the picture.
Take the time to sit down and talk with your kids, let them know that someone who wants to hurt them will tell them anything. Teach your children to be confident and aware. Do not be afraid of being and investigator when it comes to protecting your children. Ask lots of questions, know where they are , what they are doing and who they are with at all times. Remind them to CHECK with you FIRST before changing their activity or going into a friends house.
Who has access to your kids?
Take some steps to predator proofing your home. Follow these links for helpful tips and games to help your children understand the danger predators present to your family.
http://www.parents.com/big-kids/health/stranger-safety/protecting-child-from-sexual-predator/
http://www.parents.com/big-kids/health/other-safety-issues/10-new-neighborhood-safety-tips/?page=2
Children are also gaining more access to the Internet. Here is a link with some tips on how to help your child’s Internet experience be predator free
http://kidshealth.org/parent/positive/family/net_safety.html#
Easter is a wonderful opportunity to teach your children about the traditions of Christianity. Don’t allow their Easter baskets to be overridden with chocolate bunnies and marshmallow peeps. While you should keep the gift baskets fun, be deliberate about what you are placing in them. Use this as an opportunity for your children to understand how amazing God is instead of an opportunity to get hopped up on sugar. Remember to keep the baskets age appropriate and engaging for your child, but don’t just skim over the fact that Easter is a celebration, and for good reason.
Its easy to fall into the simplicity of walking into a store and grabbing an assortment of chocolate treats, but take a few extra moments and grab a story book or coloring book on the meaning of Easter. Look for candy that is in religious symbols and use the chocolate crosses at teaching points. Use a lamb instead of a bunny if you want to get your child a plush toy. Then tell them a story about God being the Shepard of our lives. You can teach your children a very valuable lesson without leaving out the fun. For more creative teaching Ideas follow these links and keep them in mind as you create gift baskets for your children.
Here is a preschool book that helps bring light to the dilemma of the Easter bunny and eggs and the story of Jesus’ resurrection :
http://www.target.com/What-Easter-Adams-Michelle-Medlock/dp/0824966392/sr=1-1/qid=1239125630/ref=sr_1_1/185-8074295-4202356?ie=UTF8&frombrowse=0&pricerange=&index=books&rh=k%3AEaster&page=3
Here is a link for the Resurrection Eggs:
http://www.christianbook.com/Christian/Books/product?item_no=297220&netp_id=467646&event=ESRCN&item_code=WW&view=covers
