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Monday, July 30, 2012

{A Parenting Tip}

Connecting Emotionally

Making a heart connection with a child is a special part of parenting. One reason connecting emotionally is so important is that the heart is a person’s spiritual center; that’s why God chooses to live there. It’s also where parents can impact their kids spiritually. When you connect with your children on an emotional level, they’re more willing to listen to spiritual truth and less resistant to your leadership.

When we ask children to whom they talk when they’re upset, answers vary greatly. Some children talk to their friends, their parents, other family members, youth leaders, or teachers. And some children don’t feel comfortable talking about their problems with anyone.

Most children lack emotional coordination and are awkward about their feelings. It takes a patient parent to work with a child who’s inexperienced in the emotion department. These kids need a parent willing to draw them out and pursue greater understanding.

In 1 Peter 1:22, Peter tells believers how to have closer relationships, “Now that you have purified yourselves by obeying the truth so that you have sincere love for your brothers, love one another deeply, from the heart.” That’s a helpful command for parents, too. Moms and dads tend to want to keep things moving with the day organized and on track. Parents must continually evaluate their choices and decide what issues are most important in family life.

As you make those tough trade-offs, be careful not to minimize the value of time well spent on relationship with your kids. Connecting emotionally takes time, but the reward of closer family relationships is great.

This parenting tip comes from the book Parenting is Heart Work by Dr Scott Turansky and Joanne Miller, RN, BSN.

Wednesday, July 11, 2012

{Our 2 Year OLD Ministry}

I couldnt be more excited about our upcoming promotion of our 2 year olds! They are going to have an exciting new space to worship and learn in!! We are working really hard to be ready on AUGUST 5. I am excited for all of you to meet Lyndi! She will be leading our 2's! She loves the Lord and is so excited to partner with you to teach your little one about Jesus!

Have a great day!

Love, Tonia

Monday, June 25, 2012

{JUMP!!}

Doing Ministry with Kids is FUN!!

JUMP on our team this fall!!

Nursery

Lead Teacher Nursery C Love these sweet little ones as they grow to trust us just as they will someday trust and know the Lord. (Crawling-Walkers) 9:15 & 10:45

Lead Teacher Nursery F Busy, Busy, Busy! These kiddos are ready to learn and be loved! Minimal planning! All supplies provided! (Young 2’s) 9:15-10:45

Early Preschool

3 Lead Teachers You will serve as a “Team Teacher”. This group of kiddos
enjoy crafts, music, puppets, and action Bible Stories! (2’S/3’S) 9:15 & 10:45

“Music Fun!” Leader Can you sing praises to the Lord? Of course you can! Teach our 2’s to make a joyful noise! 10:45 (15 minute segment)

“Puppet Time” Leader Puppets are already in place. This person will take our puppets on the road to local daycares, churches, or rest homes. A misson opportunity at its finest. This person will also coordinate Sunday morning puppet shows. Way fun! 10:45 (15 minute segment)

“Goldfish Manager” Can you serve up some mean snacks? Food has the power to grab attention when traditional Christian Bible lessons aren't resonating with a child. Come be our Snack time Coordinator, you will plan fun snacks that coordinate with our lessons. Pita Ark, anyone? 10:45 (15 minute segment)

Tonia Hobbs
Director of Nursery Ministries
FBC Greeenwood
thobbs@greenwoodfbc.com