spring unit 2016
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Kids Extreme "Preview"
  April 2016
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During this unit, your child will learn about six people who were changed by an encounter with God:  Abram, Miriam, The Samaritan Woman, Zechariah, Peter and Saul. 

Levels of Biblical Learning
You will notice that each age group studies the same Bible passage, but each has a different "Life Point." That is because each age group is capable of learning different things.  We will refer to this as their "Level of Biblical Learning."
 
This Unit's Memory Verses
"If you love Me, you will keep My commands."  John 14:15

"Believe on the Lord Jesus, and you will be saved."  Acts 16:31

Partnering with Parents
I'm sending this information to you so that 1) you will know what your child is learning on Sunday mornings and 2) you can reinforce this teaching in your own spiritual training with your children. Your child will also bring home a page called "One Conversation" that will have a synopsis of the Bible Story, a family activity, and Daily Bible readings.
Our church wants to partner with you as you lay a solid spiritual foundation for your child. Let's "synchronize" our efforts so that we will make the biggest impact!

Bible Skills   
Double Oak's "Bible Skills Project" is for kids in Grades 1-5.  It is designed to give parents tools to help their child learn how to use the Bible, and to help teach them what the Bible is all about. There are specific goals for each grade, and prizes will be given at the end of the school year to those kids who have completed their goals.  Kids will work on the goals in Community Groups, on Wednesday nights, and at home.  The children who complete their goals will receive a medal at our Family Worship Night on Sunday evening, April 24.

There are only a few weeks left to finish.  You can download a checklist for your child HERE!  
 
 
Kindergarteners will learn the following biblical truths:
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Unit Theme:  God Changes People

April 17 - "Abram and Lot" - God loves people even when they make wrong choices.

April 24 - "Miriam and Moses" - No matter what happens, God loves me.

May 1 - "Jesus and the Woman at the Well" - God wants family members to be kind to one another.

May 8 - "Zechariah" - God wants people to obey Him.

May 15 - "Peter" - Jesus wants people to love and obey Him.

May 22 - "Saul" - God loves people even when they make wrong choices.

1st & 2nd Graders will learn the following biblical truths:
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Unit Theme: God Changes People

April 17 - "Abram" - God loves and forgives people.

April 24 - "Miriam" - God wants my actions, attitudes, and words to be good.

May 1 - "The Samaritan Woman" - God loves and forgives people.

May 8 - "Zechariah" - God wants me to obey, respect, and honor Him.

May 15 - "Peter" - Jesus wants people to follow Him.

May 22 - "Saul" - God loves and forgives people.


3rd & 4th Graders will learn the following biblical truths: 
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Unit Theme: God Changes People 
 
April 17 - "Abram" - God loves people enough to provide forgiveness for sin.

April 24 - "Miriam" - God wants me to have pure thoughts and actions.

May 1 - "The Samaritan Woman" - God loves people enough to provide forgiveness for sin.

May 8 - "Zechariah" - God deserves respect, obedience, and honor.

May 15 - "Peter" - Jesus wants people to trust Him.

May 22 - "Saul" - God loves people enough to provide forgiveness for sin. 

5th Graders will learn the following biblical truths: 
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Unit Theme: God Changes People 
 
April 17 - "Abram" - God proved His unconditional love for people through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ.

April 24 - "Miriam" - God expects me to remain pure in all aspects of my life.

May 1 - "The Samaritan Woman" - God proved His unconditional love for people through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ.

May 8 - "Zechariah" - Because God deserves respect, obedience, and honor, God nurtures and disciplines Christians.

May 15 - "Peter" - Jesus wants people to be transformed by Him.

May 22 - "Saul" - God proved His unconditional love for people through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ. 

Family Worship Night
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Family Worship Night
Parents, mark your calendars for "Family Worship Live" with James Spann and his Kids Worship Team! 

On Sunday evening, April 24th, James and his team will lead a family version of what we do in Kids Worship on Sunday morning.  It will include "Interviews with Mr. Matt", "Worship with Mr. Marc", and even the "Cafeteria Video"!  You will not want to miss this night of worship for your family.  We will also be recognizing the kids who have completed their Bible Skills for this year.  It will be a great night for the whole family! 


Great Prizes!  If you haven't signed up for VBS or WinShape Camp yet, you will have the opportunity to do so at Family Worship Night.  We will have some drawings (for everyone who is signed up) for some fabulous prizes (you must be present to win):

VBS Lunch with Mr. James for you and 5 of your friends
Free VBS hats
Kona Ice Fast Passes

WinShape buff for everyone who brings a friend to sign up!
$10 free stuff at the WinShape Store

Get ready for a great night together!!! 
 
   

Contact Information
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Church Office:  (205) 995-9752
Sandy Stephenson
Minister to Children
[email protected]
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