Fox Valley church of Christ 10/8/17 Meet the teacher Fox Valley church of Christ 10/8/17

Back to School!

Common Core (Ps 78:1-8) I will open my mouth with a parable; I will utter hidden things, things from of old— things we have heard and known, things our ancestors have told us. We will not hide them from their descendants; we will tell the next generation the praiseworthy deeds of the LORD, his power, and the wonders he has done. - Psalm 78:2-4

Child care…or children’s Ministry?

Children’s ministry 2017 Accomplishments: Implemented on-line curriculum for grades K – 4 Instituted “one-room school house” model Allows us to adjust teacher strength as students move up in grades Teachers can specialize in content Older students can help younger students Easier to fold in substitute teachers

Meet the teacher! (Luke 18:15-16) People were also bringing babies to Jesus for him to place his hands on them. When the disciples saw this, they rebuked them. But Jesus called the children to him and said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these.  Truly I tell you, anyone who will not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it.”

Jesus puts the “all” in All Generations Jesus is: Single Mid-thirties No kids Our Savior Our Lord

“All” Generations in 2018 Make children’s ministry accessible to all members of the congregation Volunteer only One core baby teacher Two core K-4th grade teachers Two month rotations Two weekly guest teachers Members sign up to our guest teachers throughout the year Ask for 6 – 8 volunteer sessions per year Webcast the sermon into the nursery

Meet the parents! (Luke 18:15-16) People were also bringing babies to Jesus for him to place his hands on them. When the disciples saw this, they rebuked them. But Jesus called the children to him and said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these.  Truly I tell you, anyone who will not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it.”

parents puts the “generations” in All Generations Parents play a key role: Examples of discipleship Daily influence Intentional about making disciples Quite times Family devotionals Play dates with church friends Discipling times Christian camps School choice

All “generations” in 2018 Connect parents and students with the Children’s Ministry Create a classroom community Class Dojo Teachers can share content Teachers can encourage students Students can post their experiences Parents can give feedback Details to follow as we learn more

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