Children, Youth & Family Ministries at Pinnacle

December 2023

Children, Youth & Family Ministries

Perhaps you’ve already noticed the nights are growing longer. The amount of daylight we have during these winter months is much shorter than what we’re used to in the summer. At first the crisp air and early nights might be a welcomed change to the hot and long summer days. Yet over time, the cold dark days grow old, however, these days help us to see the light even clearer. The sparkling stars, candles in the windows, warm fires outside. It’s a great reminder that the light of the world, Jesus, entered into our world, in the midst of darkness. May you see the light of Jesus shine brightly this Advent and Christmas season. And may you shine his light into the dark places of this world too.

In Christ,

Pastor Leah, writing on behalf of Liz and Brandon too

Your Children, Youth and Family Ministries Team

Live It Out

All Ages (PreK - 12th Grade):

Keep a Waiting Jar

As we enter the season of Advent, we do so with eager anticipation for the celebration that is to come. Throughout this season, write the following three things on a small sheet of paper, everyday throughout Advent.

1) Something you waited for

2) How waiting made you feel

3) Where you saw God as you waited.

Share what you’ve learned about waiting and God from this experience with your family. If you need a jar, let us know!

Talk to God

Prayer:

Model what it looks like to pray, aka talking to God! Close in a time of prayer thanking God for what your children have shared. To the extent they are able, invite them to pray their own prayers of gratitude as well. Thank God specifically for your child by name.

Connect:

If you have specific prayer requests or want to talk, we’d love to connect with you. If you tried this at home we’d love to hear how it went and/or see pictures of what you’re thankful for! Email Pastor Leah here!

Important Dates

December 6, 13, 20

Advent Adventures

5 - 7 pm | Dinner Included

December 10

Celebration of Christmas

4 pm & 7 pm

December 10

All Church Mission Project following 10 am worship

December 17

Children's Christmas Pageant 10 am