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Children's Ministry Update
October 4, 2017
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Father/Daughter Ball - October 15
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We know there is a special relationship between fathers and their daughters...that's why you are going to love the experience that you will have at our Father/Daughter Ball!  Daughters of any age are welcome, but the event is designed especially for age 5-12.

The event will be held in our Worship Room, which will be set with tables and chairs for dessert, and a big open space for dancing.  Doors will open at 5:45 PM. 
 
For more information, and to register go to www.doubleoakcc.org/fatherdaughter
 
Wednesday Kids Singing
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Wednesday, October 25
On Wednesday evening, October 25, kids in Grades 2-5 will go to Somerby St. Vincent's One Nineteen to minister to the residents there.  If you want, your child can come at 5:15 PM for pizza (bring $3.00).  We will be leaving the church by bus at 6:00 PM.  We will stop by Dairy Queen after our performance, and return to the church by 7:45 PM.  (Regular activities will be planned for younger children 6:30-7:30 PM).

Saturday, October 28
On Saturday morning, October 28, kids in Kindergarten and First Grade will go to Somerby St. Vincent's One Nineteen to minister to the residents there.  Meet at the church at 9:30 AM.  We will practice in the Commons, and then ride a bus to Somerby.  After we sing, we will go to Zaxby's in Lee Branch for lunch.  You can pick up your child there at 11:45 AM.  Bring $5 to cover lunch.

Sunday, October 29
On Sunday morning, October 29, kids in Grades K-5 will share the music they have been learning in both the 9:30 AM and 11:00 AM adult services.  Kids should arrive that morning at 9:00 AM and come directly to the Kids Worship Room to line up and practice.  Kids will sing at the beginning of the service, and then be taken to their regular classes for the rest of the service.  No special dress required.


Bible Skills Challenge
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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. Goals will include learning the books of the Bible, how to locate books, chapters and verses, and learning how the Bible is organized.  The Bible is our richest treasure of all.  It is God's instruction book for our lives.  Let's help our kids discover how to use this great gift! You can download a checklist for your child HERE!

Our Goals for October:
   Grades 1 & 2:  Learn the 2 Divisions of the Bible (Old Testament and New Testament)
   Grades 3, 4, 5:  Learn the books of the New Testament in order
 

Trunk or Treat
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trunk or treat You are invited to "Trunk or Treat" with us on Sunday afternoon, October 29, 3-5 PM. This is a time when all of our members (with or without children) can join together for a fun afternoon of getting to know each other and the other folks in our community. You can decorate a trunk and/or be a volunteer to set up, clean up or help during the event. Click HERE to volunteer or let us know you will be bringing a trunk!  There will also be free inflatables, free cotton candy and popcorn.  This is a community outreach event, so bring your friends! 

Upcoming Events
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October 15 - Father Daughter Ball, 6:00-8:00 PM
October 25 - Grades 2-5 Kids Sing at Retirement Center
October 28 - Grades K-1 Kids Sing at Retirement Center
October 29 - Grades K-5 Kids Sing for Adult Worship Services
October 29 - Trunk or Treat
November 12 - Upward Celebration
November 29 - Advent Kids Rehearsal 6 PM
December 3 - Kids Sing for Advent

2018 Dates
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March 18 - Children's Musical
June 11-15 - VBS
July 16-20 - WinShape Camp
Contact Information
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Church Office:  (205) 995-9752
Sandy Stephenson
Minister to Children
sstephenson@doubleoakcc.org
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