Dear Families,
No matter what is happening in the world right now, one thing is staying the same. It is a typical HOT July in Kansas. I tend to like my traditions, rituals, and routines, even when I pretend that I do not. So the weather can bring me comfort, something "normal", something predictable. But I'll be honest, what I am learning about myself the most is that "normal" sometimes is not ok. And just saying that feels like a relief.
I'm very excited for the VBS this year. It has taken some time to try and figure out the best way to present VBS to the kids in a way that is easy, learnable, and appropriate for this time in our history. But hopefully, it teaches the kids that ultimately the God of our lifetime is one of love, who willingly gives love to ALL, and receives our love daily. This new normal will put God as the center of our lives, and pouring out will be pure love on creation.
So what is your normal that you'd like to give up? to change? to break free from?
Blessings,
Chelsea Whipple
Director of Programs
