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The Children's Wing is open again so we can return to age-separated worship!

Please review our the procedures and schedule for the next phase of Kids Church. 

Kids Church Next Phase

Children's Church at Home

Links are posted on the First Church Children’s Ministry page

Preschool Lesson 
Jesus gave us exactly what we needed. He showed love for EVERYONE when He died for EVERYONE’S sins on the cross. Three days later, He came back to life! Don’t forget to scroll down from the video for coloring pages to go with the lesson.

• Memory Verse: “Just as I have loved you, you should love each other.” John 13:34 NLT
• Main Point: We can love others the way Jesus loves us.
• Bible Story: Jesus' death and resurrection

Preschool Video

School Age Worship

In today’s lesson, we’re learning about when Jesus healed a leper. Now, the people with Jesus were probably running away from the guy but not Jesus. He looked right at the guy and said, “I’ll heal you.” And, guess what? The leper was healed instantly! Kids, this story teaches us an important lesson. Jesus cares about everyone, even the people who feel left out or unimportant. Let’s remember that in our own lives and be kind to everyone, no matter who they are.

• Memory Verse: Jesus reached out and touched him. “I am willing,” he said. “Be healed!” And instantly the leprosy disappeared. Matthew 8:3
• Main Point: Jesus cares about everyone, especially those who feel left out.
• Bible Story: Jesus heals the leper.

School Age Video

FAMILY DINNERS
Family dinners can be a powerful time for your family to connect and discuss, if you are willing to leverage those moments. Check out this month’s Online Parenting Class for some helpful ideas. 

The Bible speaks often about food and meals. There is something spiritually significant about meals. Think about it for a moment. Christ referred to Himself as the “Bread of Life” (John 6). The way He asked His disciples and us to remember Him was around a meal (Matt. 2). Even when we look to the future and eternity, we will be celebrating at a meal, the “Wedding Supper of the Lamb” (Rev. 19). Meals are powerful moments for your family. Do not miss out on those moments and the power they can provide.

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HOW TO START A CONVERSATION ABOUT THE BIBLE

From the “big picture” to practical resources, watch this short video to learn three simple tips on starting a spiritual dialogue with your child.

We believe in you and your family. If you ever need anything, please let us know.

We will have our Friends and Family Event on Friday, May 21, 6-8 p.m.

We will have our Community Event on Saturday, May 22, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. The $2 bag sale will begin at 1:15 p.m.

ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT OUR STUDENT MINISTRY!

We will begin sorting on May 16. 

If you would like to help, have items to donate to the sale, or want more info, please contact Pastor Doug.

We are excited to introduce a new addition to the Heritage Hall—our Legacy Wall. We want the names of people who continue to build on the foundations of faith in our congregation to be seen. To learn more about our new Legacy Wall and whose names should be included on it, watch this video. 

If you would like to add a name to our wall, please complete this form. 

Since we are surrounded by such a huge crowd of witnesses to the life of faith, let us strip off every weight that slows us down, especially the sin that so easily trips us up. And let us run with endurance the race God has set before us. (Hebrews 12:1-2)

The power of prayer is undeniable. Our Lord Himself said, “Ask, and you shall receive” (John 16:24). Your requests become that much more powerful when others are praying for you as well. 

Please share your prayer requests with us by completing a Prayer Request Form.