Thank you all so much for your incredible effort in offering Slime Time to our church families and community once again. We had 56 children, plus parents. Several of these were new to our church. Let's pray that the seeds planted will grow!
I am so thankful for God's blessing and provision for this ministry. I am thankful for each one of you. Without your prayers, donations, time, talent and efforts, neither Slime Time nor any of the other programs we are able to offer would be possible.
As we continue to work together in ministering to the children in this area, let's pray for the Holy Spirit's guidance and direction. Thank you all so much. You are a blessing to this church!
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Friday, October 2, 2009
Slime Time! 2009
Slime Time is back! Last year, we had 51 children, and many parents, join us for this night of fun, where they heard the message that God loves them and Jesus died to forgive them. It was awesome!Be a part of this year's fun! We need help with set-up, clean-up, registration, and games! Everyone can be a part of Slime Time! See Amity for more information.
Saturday, August 15, 2009
Royal Rangers and Missionettes
Please join us for the Royal Rangers ad Missionettes Advancement Service on Wednesday, September 16th at 7 p.m. Leaders, please let me know what you need to be ordered for the new year. Thanks for all you do! -Amity
Saturday, July 25, 2009
Community Day 2009
We had a wonderful day for our 3rd annual Community Day! The Lord greatly blessed us with beautiful, sunny weather. Many families came out to enjoy refreshments, games, crafts, and the water slide! We had the opportunity to connect with people we haven't seen in a while, register kids for VBS, and make our presence known to the surrounding community. Thank you Lord for your Hand of blessing, and thank you all for your hard work and enthusiasm. Together we are His Body. Please pray for the children whose lives can be touched by Jesus at VBS this year!
Friday, July 24, 2009
Monday, July 20, 2009
VBS Staff Training
Thank you to everyone who attended the Crew Leader Staff Training on Sunday. Here is some important information we went over:
-You'll have a crew of 3 to 5 mixed-age children.
-Each day children will choose a job to do within the crew.
-You'll begin in Sonic Sing & Play (the sanctuary).
-Then you'll rotate to the different station according to your daily schedule.
-Station Leaders will use a "Lab Blaster" as an attention-getting signal.
-Each day will have a Bible Point which will be repeated often, throughout the day.
-When you and the kids hear the Bible Point, you respond by saying "Aha!" and pointing your pointer finger up.
-It is important for YOU to participate, not just the children. It encourages them to get involved and excited!
-Make sure to follow the directions as much as possible. Power Lab was written for each part to work together!
-When discussing something as a crew, make sure to circle up, don't just allow kids to stand against a wall. This will maximize everyone' experience at Power Lab.
-Each day during snack, children will pick a daily challenge to put their faith into action. Then the next day during Sonic Sing and Play, your crew will discuss what they did, and place a "Daily challenge bubble" (balloon) in the beaker.
-Remember that VBS is more than learning stories and memorizing verses, it's experiencing God's love. Ask yourself this question each day...Would Jesus treat a child this way?
-Please see Amity for a Manual with more tips and information.
-Let's all pray for the children who will meet Jesus at Power Lab!
-You'll have a crew of 3 to 5 mixed-age children.
-Each day children will choose a job to do within the crew.
-You'll begin in Sonic Sing & Play (the sanctuary).
-Then you'll rotate to the different station according to your daily schedule.
-Station Leaders will use a "Lab Blaster" as an attention-getting signal.
-Each day will have a Bible Point which will be repeated often, throughout the day.
-When you and the kids hear the Bible Point, you respond by saying "Aha!" and pointing your pointer finger up.
-It is important for YOU to participate, not just the children. It encourages them to get involved and excited!
-Make sure to follow the directions as much as possible. Power Lab was written for each part to work together!
-When discussing something as a crew, make sure to circle up, don't just allow kids to stand against a wall. This will maximize everyone' experience at Power Lab.
-Each day during snack, children will pick a daily challenge to put their faith into action. Then the next day during Sonic Sing and Play, your crew will discuss what they did, and place a "Daily challenge bubble" (balloon) in the beaker.
-Remember that VBS is more than learning stories and memorizing verses, it's experiencing God's love. Ask yourself this question each day...Would Jesus treat a child this way?
-Please see Amity for a Manual with more tips and information.
-Let's all pray for the children who will meet Jesus at Power Lab!
Community Day
This Saturday will be our 3rd annual Community Day from 1 to 3 p.m. It is always such a fun time for kids and adults. We will have our water slide, crafts, games and food. This is the perfect opportunity for your friends and family, as well as people in our neighborhood to get to know us and to register for VBS. I'm looking forward to this great day!
We will be setting up large items, such as canopies, on Wednesday evening. Friday morning I'll be pulling out all of the games from storage and organizing things, and Saturday we'll set the rest up. If you are able to help early, we'll be there at 10:00 a.m. We'd like to have everyone at church no later than 12:30 p.m. on Saturday to pray and be in place before guests arrive.
We will be keeping an eye on the weather. If we need to postpone due to rain, we will have this information posted here and the church website by Friday evening, as well as on the answering machine at church. Our rain date is next Saturday, August 1st.
Thank you all so much for your support of this outreach! You are all so appreciated.
-Amity
We will be setting up large items, such as canopies, on Wednesday evening. Friday morning I'll be pulling out all of the games from storage and organizing things, and Saturday we'll set the rest up. If you are able to help early, we'll be there at 10:00 a.m. We'd like to have everyone at church no later than 12:30 p.m. on Saturday to pray and be in place before guests arrive.
We will be keeping an eye on the weather. If we need to postpone due to rain, we will have this information posted here and the church website by Friday evening, as well as on the answering machine at church. Our rain date is next Saturday, August 1st.
Thank you all so much for your support of this outreach! You are all so appreciated.
-Amity
Thursday, July 16, 2009
VBS Crew Leader Meeting
On Sunday, July 19th, we will have a crew leader training meeting for VBS right after church (in the fellowship hall). I'll review the Power Lab basics, and give you a handbook with tips for your crew. If you are not a crew leader, but are helping in another capacity, this meeting would be beneficial for you as well, but is not required. I'm planning on about 30 minutes. I know God has been blessing this VBS, and I can't wait to see what He will do!
Also: If you have a facebook account, please join our Bunnvale VBS Group for updates, information and discussion!
Also: If you have a facebook account, please join our Bunnvale VBS Group for updates, information and discussion!
Monday, June 1, 2009
Attention Sunday School Teachers!!
Summer Sunday School is kicking off this Sunday with a special Sunday School breakfast for the whole church! We will enjoy a time of fellowship and good food, and introduce our Summer Sunday School theme, "the Treasure Hunters - Discovering God's Treasures in Family Life".
During this 8-week Children's Program, we will try out a mixed-age crew structure, and have the older kids try out some leadership skills! This Sunday we will be putting the crews together and coming up with crew names.
As I have mentioned, we are asking each Sunday school teacher to help coordinate 2 Sundays with another teacher. Amity will be giving out this schedule on Sunday. Please see her with any conflicts.
If anyone who is not a Sunday school teacher would like to help out, there is plenty of room! We'd love to have you!
I am so thankful for each one of you. You are the most dedicated group of people I have known, and I know God will bless you all richly! See you Sunday!
Summer Sunday School is kicking off this Sunday with a special Sunday School breakfast for the whole church! We will enjoy a time of fellowship and good food, and introduce our Summer Sunday School theme, "the Treasure Hunters - Discovering God's Treasures in Family Life".
During this 8-week Children's Program, we will try out a mixed-age crew structure, and have the older kids try out some leadership skills! This Sunday we will be putting the crews together and coming up with crew names.
As I have mentioned, we are asking each Sunday school teacher to help coordinate 2 Sundays with another teacher. Amity will be giving out this schedule on Sunday. Please see her with any conflicts.
If anyone who is not a Sunday school teacher would like to help out, there is plenty of room! We'd love to have you!
I am so thankful for each one of you. You are the most dedicated group of people I have known, and I know God will bless you all richly! See you Sunday!
Monday, May 4, 2009
Get Ready for VBS!!!
YOU + KIDS = MEGA OUTREACH!So, take a minute to browse through these job descriptions, and pray about getting involved in this dynamic, life-changing outreach!
Sonic Sing & Play Leader
Wacky Works Crafts & Missions Leader
Hyperspeed Games Leader
Spotlight Drama Leader
Test Tube Treats Leader
Bible Blast Leader
Cinema Science Leader
Faith Fusion Finale Leader
Squeaky Beaker's Preschool Director
Lab Crew Leaders
Preschool Lab Crew Leaders
Registrar
Sign-In Personnel
Decoration Coordinator
Spotlight Drama Director
Wacky Works Crafts & Missions Leader
Hyperspeed Games Leader
Spotlight Drama Leader
Test Tube Treats Leader
Bible Blast Leader
Cinema Science Leader
Faith Fusion Finale Leader
Squeaky Beaker's Preschool Director
Lab Crew Leaders
Preschool Lab Crew Leaders
Registrar
Sign-In Personnel
Decoration Coordinator
Spotlight Drama Director
Wednesday, March 11, 2009
Advancement Service
On Wednesday, March 18th, we will have an Advancement Service for our Royal Rangers and Missionettes.
We will begin at 7:15 p.m., and ask that kids arrive at 7:00 to change into their uniforms. Leaders, if possible, please plan on arriving early to help receive the children.
We will have snacks downstairs afterward. We would appreciate everyone who can staying to help clean up. If we all work together, this will happen very quickly.
Thank you for all you do!
Royal Rangers Basic Training
When? Saturday, April 18th 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Where? Bunnvale Assembly of God
Who? All Royal Rangers Leaders / Harvey Johnson, Trainer
What? The course "Royal Ranger Basics" is an 8 hour classroom session. It is intended to provide the student with an overview of the RR program, and guidance on how to run a basic Wednesday night meeting, for 1.5 hours.
Why? It would be a good idea for everyone to attend the class, even if they have already taken it. There are some major changes to the program that are being planned by the National Office, and Mr. Johnson will be able to describe those changes to everyone that attends.
Other Information: Lunch will be provided.
Contact: Amity Alicea (Children's Evangelism and Ministries Director)
Bunnvale Assembly of God
285 County Road 513 Glen Gardner, NJ 08826
(908) 638-6770
Where? Bunnvale Assembly of God
Who? All Royal Rangers Leaders / Harvey Johnson, Trainer
What? The course "Royal Ranger Basics" is an 8 hour classroom session. It is intended to provide the student with an overview of the RR program, and guidance on how to run a basic Wednesday night meeting, for 1.5 hours.
Why? It would be a good idea for everyone to attend the class, even if they have already taken it. There are some major changes to the program that are being planned by the National Office, and Mr. Johnson will be able to describe those changes to everyone that attends.
Other Information: Lunch will be provided.
Contact: Amity Alicea (Children's Evangelism and Ministries Director)
Bunnvale Assembly of God
285 County Road 513 Glen Gardner, NJ 08826
(908) 638-6770
Monday, February 23, 2009
Movie / Meeting Night
Royal Rangers and Missionettes Leaders
Reminder: This Wednesday we will be having a meeting while the kids enjoy popcorn and a movie (being supervised by some wonderful volunteers!) So come and enjoy a night off with coffee and donuts, while we talk about this ministry and plan for the upcoming quarter.
Reminder: This Wednesday we will be having a meeting while the kids enjoy popcorn and a movie (being supervised by some wonderful volunteers!) So come and enjoy a night off with coffee and donuts, while we talk about this ministry and plan for the upcoming quarter.
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