Hi Friends,
Happy Easter! It was such a beautiful time together with all of you as we celebrated the resurrection last Sunday. Watching our kids hunt eggs, play, and paint together was a blast! This week we will begin a regular practice of having kids join us for the first part of worship. We are excited for them to get a chance to sing and feel part of our larger church community before heading to their classrooms. Parents, you can sit with your kids for the first part of worship or you can bring them to Pastor Mary and me in the first couple pews down in the front of the sanctuary. There will be a clear dismissal time for any kids who are still sitting with their families, and you can pick your kids up in their classrooms upstairs after worship. If you joined us more recently and aren't sure where to find the classrooms, we will have people ready to help show you the way. We look forward to seeing you tomorrow!
Marriage Class
This month Iris and Jason Chen are leading the couples class, and it promises to be a rich time of learning and sharing. The class will run this Sunday from 5:00-6:30 pm in the chapel. We know this will be a time when couples can receive meaningful encouragement and support. If you plan to bring your kids for childcare, please let us know so we can prepare enough supplies and food.
KIDS
Our nursery room is open this Sunday for babies and toddlers four years old and under. Childcare will be open starting at 10:15 AM so you can drop your child off and head to the sanctuary for worship.
Our kids five to ten years old will join us in the sanctuary for the start of worship and then they will be dismissed with their leaders to their classrooms. This week we are starting a new study of Jonah, and we are excited to explore the story together. You might consider asking the following questions the next time you share a meal or family time together.
Discussion Questions for the Table at Home:
What was Jonah supposed to tell the people of Nineveh?
When have you felt scared or unsure about something you have been asked to do? How can the story of Jonah help you the next time?
YOUTH
This week we are on track for our regular youth gathering after service. We'll gather in the courtyard for lunch and a time of discussion as we talk about the meaning of Easter together. We'll also keep taking steps with our youth room renovation project.
Have a wonderful weekend, and I hope to see you Sunday!
With love and gratitude for you,
Pastor Lindsay