Olympics

The last Fun in the Son of 2008 is over. Ryan did a great job of planning events for 3 different venues. The children selected a country, created a flag, and marched in the "opening ceremony". Every child receive a "gold medal" at the closing ceremony of the Olympics. Parents, grandparents and siblings came to share the last hour with their children. What a joy to talk with them!

It was also my joy throughout the summer to see our volunteers take hold of this opportunity. Adults and teenagers were excited to help and interact with the children. In addition they did the setup for the day - making lemonade, gathering supplies, filling water balloons, creating boundaries, carrying cones, balls, bubbles, games, pools, water hoses, tables and buckets. Whatever was needed. They also cleaned up - putting equipment back, picking up trash,etc. They were very aware that ministries like Fun in the Son do not just happen but require preparation before and after the actual event. Many hands do make light work and for the willing hands I am very grateful.

Who Is Goliath?

At our last Preschool P.A.L.s the story was David and Goliath. The children acted out the story and had great fun as David and also Goliath. Can you identify "Goliath" in the pictures?

Preschool P.A.L.s was a positive experience for parents and children this summer. Anytime a parent shares Bible stories and plays with their child it is a spiritual matter.

Start the Race with Jesus

Two weeks ago the theme was NASCAR. The children "raced" in many of the games. The devotion was about running the race with Jesus. Ryan explained that the start of the race is inviting Jesus into your heart. The finish is heaven with Jesus.

This week Becky Rickerd explained to the children how you can invite Jesus to be your Savior. She gave them an opportunity to do that and then encouraged them to tell one of the leaders. Later in the day one little girl told Lynne Baker that she wanted to start running the race with Jesus. Lynne shared with her and she invited Jesus to be her Savior. That is why we do Fun in the Son!

Next Tuesday is our last Fun in the Son and the theme is the Olympics. Parents and families are invited to come for refreshments and the water slide at 8:30.