Kirk Kids Workshop Zone
July 2009 Unit - Respect
Kirk Rotation Model Programming!
WORKSHOP ZONE is the 1st-3rd grade Sunday morning program that allows kids to travel in groups to eight different workshops that teach the same Bible story/focus in a variety of ways. Children with differing learning styles will all learn the Bible lessons through drama, arts, music, video, science and nature and more. Shepherds (adult volunteers) accompany the children each week to their workshop where they assist the workshop leader with the lesson.
For information on all Sunday and other programs for 1st-3rd graders, please visit the Kirk website, http://www.thekirk.com/childrenyouth/elementary/1st3rdgrades.htm
Kirk Tweens Love 252 Basics
On Sunday mornings, we encourage tweens to have the kind of relationship with God that results in showing His character to the world. We provide a format where children focus on learning a new virtue of God every month.We strongly believe that change in a child’s life happens on the basis of relationship and take great care in pairing up passionate Christ centered weekly leaders with a small group of 10 children. Our Sunday morning program begins in this small group setting. During this time, the leaders will introduce the day’s topic to the children in a way that encourages relationship and interaction with their peers.Children then gather in our large group area where gifted leaders teach with singing, worship, and through engaging, creative and interactive bible story telling. After the large group time, the children return to their classroom for additional small group activites. This small group time focuses on life application, memory verse activities, prayer and hands on learning experiences.Parents, you have the option to subscribe to the Family Pack that features great devotions, music and other materials designed to reinforce the lesson. Email clund@thekirk.com if you'd like to subscribe.
July Virtue - Forgiveness..."Deciding that someone who has wronged you doesn't have to pay!"
Quiz Kids & Bible Drill
Quiz Kids is an awesome Sunday morning rotation option for kids 1st-5th grades. Bible study is combined with a fun buzzer quizzing session that helps kids sharpen their Bible memory and knowledge skills and it's loads of fun! Sundays, 9:30-10:30 am., Sept. - May only
Bible Drill is a cool Sunday and Wednesday night program for elementary kids that features every fun way imaginable to learn Bible verses, books of the Bible and more. Songs, games, fun competition, and the chance to earn prize vouchers are just a few of the awesome elements of Bible Drill. Check out the Kirk website for age groups and class times. If your child attends this class regularly, he/she will thoroughly know the Bible inside and out. Sept. - May only
http://www.thekirk.com/childrenyouth/elementary/1st3rdgrades.htm
Kids, Come Sing With Us!
The children's choirs are our future sanctuary choir members so we're learning how to understand written music using God's word while we learn and sing. We participate in the worship services several times during the year in addition to special events such as the Peter Mayer Concert, Christmas musical, Easter and during ONUG. Any child in grades K - 6 is welcome to participate. Sept. through May
Choir practices: Wednesday nights, Room 213
K-6th grades, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
For more information, email Debbie at debbake@cox.net.
Riley kids hang out downstairs in The Dog Pound (B22), where they focus on applying God's wisdom and ways to their preteen lives! Bible study, 4-square, prayer, foosball, mission & ministry service, snacks & donuts, fun Riley Ruckus nights out...whew! These kids are on the move, preparing to transition into the youth ministry while making a strong statement of commitment to the Lord!
Visit the Kirk website, http://www.thekirk.com/childrenyouth/elementary/riley6thgrade.htm, for more information on class and program times.
Riley July Swim "n Scripture" at The Arthur's Home, 7/19, 3-5 p.m.
Teach Children To Love All People
In today’s diverse world, people have an assortment of physical abilities, skin colors, cultural backgrounds, and religious beliefs. And children notice these differences among individuals. Kids of all ages may be unsure how to act toward people who are different from them. For example, young children may be fearful, while preteens may resort to name-calling.
No matter a person’s appearance or situation, we can be sure of one thing: Jesus loves and values him or her and calls us to do the same. This issue of “The Parent Link” explores ways you can focus on that important message during February, a season of love.
Acknowledge the differences that children notice in people. Answer children’s questions honestly and factually. Brushing over such inquiries may send the message that there’s something “wrong” with that person.
Encourage children to look for positive qualities in people. Focus on what makes each person special and unique. Children who feel secure in themselves are less likely to feel prejudice toward others.
Let children explore their differences. Allow them to interact with kids from other cultures. Talk about other religious beliefs, while acknowledging that there is only one true God.
Be a role model of love and acceptance. If you want your children to respect differences, you need that same approach to life yourself. As your role model, use Jesus, who not only spoke about compassion but also befriended society’s outsiders and outcasts.
“Ask God:
1. To give your children a loving spirit toward all people.
2. To help your children embrace and celebrate people’s differences.
3. To help your children look beyond appearances and live out their compassion daily.
“Dear friends, since God loved us that much, we surely ought to love each other…. If we love each other, God lives in us, and his love is brought to full expression in us.”
1 John 4:11-12
As children see on Valentine’s Day, love is meant to be given away. By loving all of God’s people, we show gratitude for his deep love for us.
Teachable Moments
1. Common Grounds—When children point out people’s differences, have them help you list ways that everyone is alike (we’re all God’s children, we all have feelings, and so on).
2. It’s a Diverse World—Choose books, videos, and toys featuring a range of ethnicities. Read about people overcoming physical challenges.
3. Make a New Friend—Invite someone with a different cultural background to your house. At dinner, have him or her share customs, traditions, and stories.
4. Include Others—Ask people who might normally feel left out to join you on family outings (for example, single parents and their children, kids from less-privileged backgrounds, etc).
Bubbles Game Instructions
The goal is very easy: you have to clean off the field by matching three or more bubbles of the same color. All exploded bubbles will appear on the field time and again. So in order to clear the playing field and get to the next level you must detonate them all. Master your skills and have fun!
