Beloved Friends and Families with Kids,
This morning the youth are sorting and organizing all the donated school supplies at Friends In Deed. This is a years-long tradition for our youth, and we are so thankful for FID and the work they do in our neighborhoods. Thank you to all who were able to contribute this year so that all kids can start school with the supplies they need. The youth and I look forward to seeing you in worship tomorrow!
Women's Brunch | August 10
Women (and girls!), we hope you can join us for brunch in the Southside Room on Saturday, August 10, from 10am-12pm. This month, Pastor Leslie will be sharing her story of faith and a time of communal singing. We hope you can join us for a time of fellowship, food, and fun together as we continue to deepen our friendships with one another. Text “brunch” to 626.727.9498 to RSVP, and feel free to invite a friend.
Promotion Sunday | August 11
This year our Sunday for kids to move up to an older age group will be on August 11th! We are excited for our kindergarteners and sixth graders to make their transition to our older kids and youth groups, respectively. I will be emailing families this week about what to expect on that day and in the new routine going forward. In the meantime, your kids can continue to participate and soak up the time with their current groups. Yay for growth!
SUNDAY
KIDS
Our nursery room is open this Sunday for babies and toddlers four years old and under. Our nursery staff will be ready at 10:20 AM to receive your amazing kids. This week our nursery kids will continue to explore the story of the sick man who was lowered through the roof by his friends. Last week my kids had a great time playing with a cardboard room, roof, and mat that Engry made for our little ones
Our kids five to ten years old will join us in the sanctuary for the start of worship and then be dismissed to head to their classrooms together. They can begin service with their families or in the pews in the front with me. This week we will continue to explore gratitude and how we can be more grateful for creation. We are so thankful for the intergenerational learning that happens in our family ministry spaces.
Discussion Questions for the Table at Home:
Think of all the people who make it possible to eat the food you have on your table. Brainstorm with your family and then offer a prayer of gratitude for all those that helped the food grow and get to your home.
What are ways we can care for creation as a way to thank God for all that has been made?
YOUTH
We are back on for our regular youth gathering after worship. We'll have lunch and wrap up at 1:30 pm. Parents can pick up their kids in the church park off Union Street. Parents, keep an eye out for information about youth girls and guys groups starting back up in August.
Have a wonderful weekend, and thanks for being such a special community of families!
With deep affection for you,
Pastor Lindsay