Dear Parents,
It’s seems like yesterday we were talking about Y2K. I knew people who stored up food and unplugged their computers. That was ten years ago and a lot has changed since 2000. Today we are still storing up food, but we can’t bring ourselves to unplug our computers. I pray that 2010 begins a new decade of following Jesus and leading our families to do the same. It is my desire to lead families and children to Christ. I pray that God will bless our church and that your family can be a part of that blessing.
Upcoming News
Jan. 3 – begins our new BLAST unit called Center Stage. It is a unit on teaching kids to worship God with their life. We will also begin giving out our new parent packs on Jan. 3. We’ve included a worship CD that was made by our very own V.I.T. Please pick up your parent pack and use them for family devotions at home.
Jan. 13 – We kick back off our Family FX series called Old School – Titus 2. It will be three weeks of doing our best to live out Titus chapter two in our church. Dinner is at 5pm and Family FX begins at 6pm.
Jan. 7 – 5th Grade SMAC – we will be talking about Grace and going to a FSU women’s basketball game. Pick up a permission slip for more info.
This month's parent newsletter topic is handling doubts about faith. Having questions doesn't mean you're a weak Christian; instead, doubts help you evaluate and then own your faith. This newsletter explores ways that parents can help children open up about their deepest questions.
Highlights of this month's issue include:
- Strategies for showing children that doubt and questions are normal and encouraged.
- Insights into how children's thoughts and questions change as they grow.
- Teachable moments that establish the Bible as the final authority for truth.
- Experiences that will help family members explore childlike faith.
- Information and discussion questions about the upcoming movie The Tooth Fairy and the new album from pop singer Katharine McPhee.
Thanks and I hope you have a great new year,
Tommy
