Parent Link: Empowering Parents to Build Christian Families
August 15, 2019,rev.
Prayer for the Care of Children

Almighty God, heavenly Father, you have blessed us with the joy and care of children: Give us calm strength and patient wisdom as we bring them up, that we may teach them to love whatever is just and true and good, following the example of our Savior Jesus Christ.  Amen ( BCP #46, p. 829)
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Our church family!
As parents, there are times in the lives of our children that we must "put our basket in the water." We must let go and trust God. Jesus truly and fully knows that we, as parents, often feel overwhelmed. When he left his disciples he had to put the basket in the water and trust the plan of the Father, and direction of the Holy Spirit. We have to let go so that God can draw them out and place them into His perfect plan.

"And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age."
Matthew 28: 18-20

Read article HERE
The Way of Love
Bishop Michael Curry

All women are invited to join the Monday Morning Women's Bible Study which is studying The Way of Love series which will include podcasts from Presiding Bishop Michael Curry.  The Way of Love is a way of life. More than a program, it is a return to the ancient pathways and Rules of Life that followers of Jesus have observed for centuries. The deep roots of the Christian tradition offer a spiritual path toward deeper relationship with God, neighbor, and self. For centuries, monastic communities have shaped their lives around rhythms and disciplines for following Jesus together. Such a pattern is known as a “rule of life.”

When we commit to turn, learn, pray, worship, bless, go, and rest, we are engaging in and growing a rule of life. We will begin each Bible Study with a podcast from Presiding Bishop Michael Curry, as he teaches us how we can use The Way of Love to train up our spirits, just like athletes train their bodies. Please join us for this 9 week series! For more information on The Way of Love , click HERE .
GRANDPARENTS OF PARENT LINK
 Wydown Meeting Room
Sunday, August 18
11:00 to 11:45 

We will say our prayers and share our stories of how our lives have been touched by our grandchildren or our children or by God. We will also learn from Mary Beth Tipton, Director of Children’s Education, about planning for this year’s Grandparents Sunday in the church school, which will occur September 15. All are welcome, including non-grandparents who serve like grandparents in nurturing the spiritual lives of children. For more information about this group, please contact Bruce Springer, Barb Smith, Tim Smith, or Pam Koprowski. 

 Mindful Moms of 18 - 25 year old adults 

All mothers of young adults are invited to gather for fellowship at Gretchen Barry's home on Thursday, September 5th from 6:00 - 8:00 pm. We will pray for our young adults and share our creative & innovative ideas  (Wink!)  for supporting our kids  (and each other!)  as they strive towards adult lives. Please join us for an evening of inspiration and laughter. Light refreshments and snacks will be served. RSVP by text or email to Jeri Lynn Palmer (314-862-0661) or Janet Peterson ( roglizpeterson@gmail.com )

"All your children shall be taught by the Lord, and great shall be the PEACE of your children" 

Isaiah 54:13
Save-the-Date: Parent Link Kickoff
Understanding Yourself As A Parent
Sunday, September 22
6:30 - 8:00 pm

Join the Parent Link to hear Brian Kuhn talk about the Enneagram and Family Relationships. Watch for registration coming soon!

Focus Group Participants Needed

Faithfully Forward, CSMSG's strategic planning committee, is interested in your views about our church. Please join us for one of our upcoming focus group meetings:

  • August 25 after the 8 am service
  • September 4 at 6 pm
  • September 18 at 6 pm

All meetings will be held in the Sverdrup Room.   RSVP HERE
You Are Invited!
We want you to join Realm! Watch your email for an invitation to join Realm, our church management software. So far parents in Preschool I, Preschool II, PreKindergarten, and Kindergarten should have received email invitations. Joining takes just a few simple steps:

  • Open the invitation. If you do not find the invitation in your email inbox, please check your spam folders. Click on the link to create your profile.
  • Go to the Directory, find your profile, click on Manage Privacy and opt in to share your contact information (phone, email, address) with other members.
  • Download the Realm Connect app on your smart phone or tablet. The app provides easy access to your profile, church directory, upcoming events, and more.

Joining Realm will give you access to information about our church, including upcoming events, member directory, giving information, and much more. It also allows us to communicate with parishioners more effectively. Parents with children in first, second, third, fourth, and fifth grades should expect to receive an invitation in the upcoming weeks. Please take a few minutes to create your profile today. If you have any issues creating a profile, please contact  Marty Chapman  or  Laurie Brown .
Parent Link Steering Committee
If you have any ideas for events or speakers for Parent Link, please contact one of the folks listed below, or Marty Chapman. We welcome your input!

Parent Link Steering Committee: Will and Lucky Springer, Caroline Springer, Terese Portell, Kim Whittle, Marya Strand, Jerilynn Palmer; Janet Peterson, Pam Koprowski; Barb & Tim Smith; Bruce Springer.
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Volunteer Opportunities:

INTERGENERATIONAL SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES AT CSMSG
- Volunteers Needed Cooking Breakfast
Volunteers are needed to cook breakfast at Gateway 180 Shelter. It's a great way for the whole family to serve our community! Click HERE Shelter Sign Up Genius to sign up to volunteer on a Sunday morning.
-Hunger Ministry Saturday Sandwich Making  - 3rd Saturday of every month; Join volunteers of all ages to make sandwiches to donate to Gateway 180 Homeless Shelter. Contact Allison Wiedle to volunteer, or just show up!
-Youth Ministry - There are many ways to serve by volunteering with the YM. Contact Marty Chapman at Marty Chapman i f you are interested to discuss options.