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Happy Sunday, Friends!
We can't believe we are about to start our last week of Compassion Camp! We are having a blast with your campers—they have been learning and doing so much. Today's little video is a recap of where we have been, some things to look forward to in this last week of camp, and a look at our drive-through pickup yesterday.
Today we are sharing some children's book recommendations from our Compassion Camp curriculum. These books are listed as great companions to our final week of camp as we focus on having compassion with the world. You may want to get a copy of some of these to read at home so you can continue to talk about compassion. (And a word on children's books: They are not just for children!)
Melena’s Jubilee, Zetta Elliot
The Marvelous Mustard Seed, Amy-Jill Levine and Sandy Eisenberg Sasso
When Grandma Gives You a Lemon Tree, Jamie L. B. Deenihan
No Water, No Bread, Luis Amavisca
Peaceful Fights for Equal Rights, Rob Sanders
And one last thing to share! This free printable sign is a fun way to bless all the delivery drivers who come to your home (or you could make your own!). Set out something nice as a thank you to those who are out there making sure we get the things we need. This blog post has some easy ideas for what to leave out for your delivery drivers.
We'll "see" you tomorrow morning for our final week of camp!
Much love,
Pastors Lindsay and Mary
Dear Jesus,
Your compassion always looked like courage.
Strengthen our hearts with your bravery as
we risk,
reach out,
and lift up
our siblings near and far.
Help us keep our eyes on you.
Amen
Happy Sunday, Friends!
If you weren’t at Drive-In Church this morning, I hope you got the liturgy that was sent out a little while ago. It has some live elements from Drive-In Church and we hope you are blessed in listening!
We are one week into Compassion Camp, and we hope your campers are enjoying their adventures at home with our virtual campsite. Tomorrow morning I'll be sending out an email with all the information for week two, including a list of what was in your Camper Kit and which activities they are needed for. We are so excited to share another week of compassion with you!
The video below is just some extra fun to give a little introduction and real-life example of this week’s theme at camp. Bonus: It features a special guest from our pastoral staff!
The theme for the second week of camp is "Compassion for Self." We hope that last week you really paid attention to everything around you so that you could spot any chance to show up and be brave by showing compassion. This week, we're asking you to have some self compassion, which can be hard. This article has five ways to cultivate self-compassion in your kids at home. We pray that the activities at camp help them have fun while enjoying all the ways God has made them to be special and valued in God's kingdom.
We'll "see" you tomorrow morning for our second week of camp!
Much love,
Pastors Lindsay and Mary
Hi, Friends!
This email is coming a little later than usual because I was tied up at the Compassion Camp Factory filming Chip while he made a special video for our second week of camp. We can't wait to kick off a new week with a new theme on Monday! We have been so inspired by the photos of creations that you have sent in, so keep sending us photos of all the camping you are doing.
Don't forget about the tomorrow’s excursion!
This week, our in-person camp event will take place on Sunday. Right after Drive-In Church, we will be waiting on Union Street with more fun supplies to share for Week 2 of camp. We also hope you will bring something you have made or colored during the week so you can show us your creation! This will be a drive-through experience with safe distance and loads of fun. Plus, you can wave at all the other campers behind you! If you're coming to Drive-In Church, then after you exit the parking garage, you can swing back around to the Union Street side of church. If you don't plan to come for Drive-In Church, no problem! Just come by anytime between 11:30am-12:30pm and join the fun on Union Street. You can also have the chance to wave at other FBCP friends as they leave worship!
Our theme for Week 2 of camp is "Compassion for Myself," and we are excited to share activities and exercises that kids can do to cultivate compassion for themselves. So today we are sharing this resource for parents because kids aren't the only ones who need to practice compassion for self. It has some basics about the research behind self-compassion and three tips to use in a moment when things feel intense and challenging. If this all sounds a little fluffy or silly, we get it—but the research on self compassion is strong, and it's amazing to learn more about our brains and how they connect with our children's brains. If you need to take a little time to give yourself some compassion, there are some resources and guided exercises here to help you cultivate compassion for yourself. We are praying that this is a week of discovery and kindness turned inward. Parents, you are doing a great job!
This Sunday Pastor Gretchen joins us for a look at the theme of self-compassion as we gear up for Week 2 of Compassion Camp!
NOTE: This week the youth will Zoom at 1:00pm to accommodate for Drive-In Church and our Compassion Camp event. Here is the meeting link that you can use each week to hop on the hangout. We can't wait to hang out with our youth!
Sending you so much love and virtual hugs!
With gratitude for you,
Pastor Lindsay & Pastor Mary
Even when I don’t see it You’re working
Even when I don’t feel it You’re working
You never stop You never stop working
You never stop You never stop working
Chorus
Way Maker, Miracle Worker, Promise Keeper
Light in the darkness
My God, that is who You are
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Check to verify your temperature is below 100 degrees F.
Confirm you have no symptoms such as cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, sore throat, chills, repeated shaking with chills, headache, muscle pain, or a new loss of taste or smell before or upon arrival.
You can go here for an online self checker through the CDC.
Good morning, Friends!
Compassion Camp starts tomorrow, and we cannot wait to share all the fun and meaningful activities to help campers grow in compassion for our first week! Tomorrow morning I'll be sending out a link to our virtual campsite so that campers can start the fun. If you still want to register your child, we would love to have them join us and can arrange to get them a Camper Kit. Just register with the link below!
Today's video shares a little excitement for camp and some reminders for campers.
The theme for the first week of camp is "Showing Up and Being Brave" with the help of God. This week, look for signs that someone might need compassion, and then ask God to help you show up and be brave to act with compassion and spread the love. All the camp activities will help you practice those things, so we pray you have a great adventure this first week.
We'll "see" you tomorrow morning for our first week of camp!
Much love,
Pastors Lindsay and Mary
Hi, Friends!
Compassion Camp is almost here, and we can't wait to have all the fun with our FBCP families! Tomorrow is when you can pick up a Camper Kit (see below for more info)! If you haven't registered your child yet, it's not too late. Just register below, and we will get them all set up!
If you're still wondering how we are doing to do camp, here are the main things to know:
It's virtual and completely go-at-your-own-pace because you can do all of the activities at home using our pre recorded videos and online instructions.
Each Monday for the next three weeks, we will send out a new set of online materials for you to use throughout the week (you pick and choose what to do and when to do it!).
On Wednesdays (time TBA) we will host a live zoom for kids who want to play some games and see each other and connect.
On the weekends we will have a drive-by option to pick up a treat and show off something you’ve made (safely from the car).
We will grow in compassion while having fun!
Tomorrow morning we are inviting all campers to drive by the church sometime between 10-11AM. You can pull up to the side of the church on Union Street to pick up a Camper Kit and help us kick off Compassion Camp! You can stay safely in your cars, and we will be masked and gloved and ready for a clean handoff. We have had a blast assembling your materials and treasures for the week, so we hope to see you Saturday morning! If you are not able to come for the pick up, let us know so we can arrange to get you your camper kit.
The wonderful folks at SALT have shared these ten ways to savor summer, and they are simple but really meaningful things to do!
When you're stuck at home, come here to continue your child's science learning with our easy-to-follow activities. This space is designed for families to explore, investigate and have fun learning together without leaving home. All activities use common household supplies and are appropriate for a variety of ages.
This Sunday we have some Compassion Commercials to get you ready for Compassion Camp on Monday!
We are back on for our regular noon zoom this week since there is no Drive-In Church. Here is the meeting link that you can use each week to hop on the hangout. We can't wait to hang out with our youth!
Sending you so much love and virtual hugs!
With gratitude for you,
Pastor Lindsay & Pastor Mary
