1. based loosely on the model of Messy Church Super Sundae Nights

2. Why this approach? Two stories… my experience leading Beavers- understanding why we gather is key TGIF (the children’s ministry in my last charge) ultimately failed without parents. Yet there is a point.

3. Filling a perceived and spoken need.  At the core of our mandate, we are called to share the story.  Young families, though well intentioned, have not made Sunday morning a priority.  Sunday morning worship doesn’t fit so well into their routines, and may not be the best use of a morning with family.

4. Make it matter  We are a people of faith, who want to share the stories of faith in a modern context.

5. Is there something more?  What could we offer that is currently a void in other intergenerational activities?

6. Can we get this some place else?  Team sports offer community.  Schools teach us to care for the earth.  Families invite moral accountability and love for our neighbour.

7. “following the way”  Churches have the opportunity to live out the story of Jesus; to remind folks that following “the way” includes:  Radical hospitality,  Passionate worship,  Intentional faith development,  Risk taking Mission and service,  Extravagant Generosity. (fivepractices.org/about-bishop-robert-schnase)

8. we are not alone  Our faith story tells us that we are not alone.  Does any other story really do that?  Mostly children get the message to count on themselves; to get ahead at all costs.

9. Big Questions…  Who will lead?  Who will come?

10. Shared leadership is best  with the development and support of the minster.  Teams to organize snack, craft, music, story, activity being shared with a team approach

11. When would it be? Lets try for a win/win possibility  Suggesting once a month-  Perhaps Sunday evening from 6:00-7:30 (including snack)

12. September 13 Theme: Delight in Me Scripture story Luke 8:16 (lamp under a basket) Take away message - You are uniquely perfect to be you.

13. October 4 Theme: Celebration of Seeds Scripture story Mark 4:26 (parable of sower)

14. November 8 Theme: God and Peace Scripture Story Luke 15 (the forgiving father)

15. December 6 Theme: Celebration Scripture Story Luke 1: 39(Mary visits Elizabeth)

16. What do you think?  Would this work?  Are you interested?  Would you come?  Would you invite others?  Would you take a turn?  Other suggestions?