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Dear families,

The new school and program year is off and going (deep breath in, slow breath out). Last Sunday was a beautiful morning of teaching commissioning, finding new classrooms and meeting friends. Whether the atmosphere at your house is one of anxiety or excitement (or some of both), there's no denying these are big weeks. I would encourage you to pray with your children each morning or evening and lay all these feelings before God. Remind your child that Jesus is with her or him not only at church but also on the bus, in math class, at lunch, and even (especially) in the Principal's office.

Below is a Prayer for New Beginnings to pray with and for your child.

God, you were present at the beginning. Be with us as we begin a new school year. Comfort us when we are unsure of our new surroundings. Strengthen us when we stumble, and help us to remember that your light shines in all places. 
Amen

I know we are all fighting  Form Fatigue this time of year! But our spectacular teachers and church administrators need accurate accurate class lists and contact information. If you haven't registered your children yet, please do so. 
Registration 2019-2020. 
 
Keep scrolling to read Music Notes from Ingrid Ladendorf. Choirs begin Sunday and next Wednesday.
 
In shared ministry,

Communion Class for Kindergarten - Grade Two
Sunday, September 29 @ 9:30 AM

Kindergartners, first graders, and second graders will join together (room 04) to learn about the Lord's Supper on Sunday, September 29 during church school. We will discuss why we celebrate this special meal in our church, who can participate and what it means. Parent are welcome (but certainly not required) to join in.

This child-centered, hands-on session is intended to help children prepare for World Communion Sunday on October 6. Families are encouraged to worship together on this special Sunday.
Save the Dates for Club 3-4-5
Club 3-4-5 starts next month (Friday, October 4 @ 5:30 PM).
It's never too early to start thinking of good hiding spots for Sardines....

Club 3-4-5 2019-2020 dates: 
  • October 4
  • November 15
  • January 10
  • February 7 (Late Night Movie Night, 7:00-10:00 PM)
  • March 13
  • April 24
Music Notes from Ingrid
I bet if you had to fill in the blanks:
"Jesus loves me, this I know, for the Bible _____ _____ _____,"
that you would be singing the tune in your head at the same time. 
Music is like that. We remember what we sing.  And it's really fun too. 

Our choirs for children ages 4 - 5th grade are open to ALL.  
We are super excited to welcome everyone next Wed, September 18! 
Please register.  Youth choirs, grades 6 - 12 begin this Sunday, September 15.

Wednesday Schedules:
Joyful Noise  (Pre-K or K) 4:15 - 5:00 pm
Carol Choir (Grades 1 & 2) 4:15 - 5:00 pm
Choir 3-4-5 (Grades 3 ,4 & 5) 5:15 - 6:00 pm
Homework  Hangout 4:00 - 5:15 pm
Childcare 4:00 - 5:30 pm
In-Choir Bible Study for Adults 4:15-5:00 pm

Blessings to you and your families,
Ingrid

It's Cool in the Furnace, August 2019