January 16, 2018

Acolytes

January 21

Ella Burns
Ava Grace Hart

Wondering when your child acolytes next? 

Need to switch acolyte times with another family? Email Becky for a contact sheet and then please  let Becky know who is subbing for you.


Refreshment Providers

January 21

Brooke and Andy Johnston

Can't remember when your family provides refreshments next?
  See the schedule. 

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Tomorrow Is LAST DAY TO SIGN UP TO SWIM ON SUNDAY

An Event for Fifth Graders Only!

A Reminder About Our Emergency Evacuation Plan

The Gospel According to Children
Could there be no birthdays this week? Let me know if I've missed your child's!

This Sunday
we'll enjoy the story of Jesus healing the paralyzed man.
January Event: Swimming at the Kroc Center January 21, 2:15-4:15

Fifth Grade Night: Pizza and SkyZone . February 9, 5:30-8

February Event: Love Lunch with Senior Adults, February 11, 11:30-1:30

March Event: Picnic and Play with an American Ninja Warrior, March 11, 11:30-3

April Event: Lunch and a Movie, April 15, details to follow

Celebration Lunch for Fifth Graders and Their Families, May 6, 11:30-1

May Event: Hike the Swamp Rabbit to and Ice Cream Party, May 6, 1-3

VBS Blast! 2018
9:15 am June 10- 7 am June 11

Missions Week for Kids Who've Finished Grades 1 or 2, June 12-15 9-12

Missions Week for Kids Who've Finished Grades 3,4, or 5, June 18-21, 9-3:30

Camp Prism 2018
July 10-13
Becky's Schedule
When and where to find me...

Sunday 8:30-11:45
Monday 9-5
Tuesday 9-5
Wednesday 9-7:00

To get to my office from the reception desk, walk down the hall and take your first left. My office is at the end of the mail room. 

Need to reach me at a different time? You can always leave a message and I'll get back to you ASAP: 370-2515, ext 116

Sarah Richards, thank you for sharing your artwork!
 Greetings!

Happy Tuesday!
If you have a moment, take a look at the responses to the wondering questions from Sunday
lesson in which Jesus calls his disciples to leave their lives and follow him.

If you're wondering about how to be a better follower of God in your own faith journey, check out the answers to question 7! The kids have put together an awesome list!

And speaking of fishers of people, your little fish are welcome to come swim with us next Sunday afternoon! It will be a fun way to get some exercise and have a great time together! The link is below. I hope your child can join us!

Much love to you and your precious ones,
Becky

Becky Ramsey, Minister to Children, 864-233-2527
Tomorrow Is LAST DAY to Sign Up for Swimming on Sunday!

Let's splash into 2018 with a swim party at the Kroc Center!

Sign up ONLINE here !
Here are the details:

Who? Grades 1-5 at FBG and friends!

When? Sunday, January 21
2:15-4:15 pm
(Drop off and pick up at the Kroc Center)

How Much? $3 + a donation to Greenville's Gift (a bib or burp cloth or onesie- or a monetary donation)

Chaperones and snack providers needed.

Come swim! It'll be fun!
Do You Know What to Do At FBG In Case of an Emergency?
It's always good to know the plan of how to collect your children in case of an emergency/drill during church. Here's a friendly reminder about what to do:

For Elementary Aged Children: Parents vacate the building at the nearest exit and meet their children in the garden above the Peace playground, which is on the kindergarten side of the driveway. ( In all cases, please DO NOT go to your children's Sunday school classes, since they will already be exiting the building.)

For Preschool children: Parents exit the building and walk outside to pick up your preschoolers. Infants and toddlers will be located on the nursery playground. Preschoolers in the 2 year old through 5 year old classes will be located on the Peace playground.

For Youth: Parents exit the building and meet youth outside the terrace level in the lower parking area beside the AYMC.

All parents will soon receive an email reminding them of this information.

Fifth Graders! Something Just for You!
On Friday night, February 9, we have an event for FIFTH GRADERS ONLY !

What? Skyzone and Pizza for Fifth Graders Only!

Why? Because we love you! And because you'll be moving up to Youth before we know it!

When? Friday, February 9, 5:30-8

Cost? $10

Email Becky to sign up!

Missions Fun!
The Richards family and I had such fun sharing about France!

Don't miss checking out the photos from last Wednesday on our Facebook page!

Our Children Respond to the Sacred Stories
Enjoy these responses from our last time in Sunday school, when we explored the story of Jesus calling the disciples.

  1. I wonder what your favorite part of today's story is.
* Jesus helping the tax collectors be better people. (grade 1)
*When they were at the table (g 1)
*When they caught all the fish (g 1)
*When they put in nets and caught fish (g2)
*When fish were in their boat (g2)
*When he welcomed the tax collector (g2)
*When the tax collector joined the disciples (g3)
*When they answered the call (g5)
*When the four caught all the fish (g5)

2. I wonder how Simon Peter felt when Jesus first asked him to follow him.
*Thought he was crazy to ask (g 1)
*Surprised and puzzled (g2)
*Scared, excited (g4)
*Nervous, astonished (g5)

3. I wonder how Levi the tax collector felt when Jesus first asked him to follow him.
*Surprised. Excited because no one goes near him. (g1)
*He may have worried to leave the money (g1)
*Weird (g2)
*He was ready in his heart to change. (g3)
*Maybe he felt something when he met Jesus (g 3)

4. I wonder why the disciples were willing to leave their ordinary lives and follow him.
*They knew Jesus would take care of him (g1)
*They knew Jesus would help them do better things (g2)
*Because they understood (g4)
*They listened to him. (g4)
*They knew he was God (g5)
*They were convinced they would do good (g5)

5. I wonder what kind of people Jesus wants to be his disciples.
*Good people, doesn't matter if you're good or bad. (g1)
*People that changed. (g1)
*Ones who trust him (g2)
*Didn't matter if they believed in him or not. (g2)

6. I wonder if you know any disciples of Jesus today.
*Us, because we love God. (g1)
*Us because we listen and follow Him. (g1)
*My mom (g2)
*The whole church (g2)
*Anyone who goes to church (g4)
*Everyone who follows God is Jesus' disciple (g5)

7. I wonder if you can be a disciple. I wonder how.
*Yes, worship God, don't be afraid of God. Love God. Be nice. (g1)
*Everyone makes mistakes, if you do you can change. God still loves you. (g1)
*Follow ten commandments (g2)
*Be a better person (g2)
*Serving others (g2)
*Make the world a better place (g2)
*Read the Bible (g4)
*Pray (g4)
*Tell others (g4)
*Be with others (g4)
*Be kind (g4)
*Help others learn God's word (g5)
*Watch what language you use (g5)
*Going to church (g5)
*Pray for others (g5)


See more photos on our Facebook page!
Children's Ministry | First Baptist Greenville | 864-233-2527 | becky.ramsey@firstbaptistgreenville.com | http://firstbaptistgreenville.com/childrens-ministry/