MOUNT HOPE KIDS ADVENTURE | July 31ST, 2020
Don't Miss our First Neighborhood MHKA Backyard Bash!

Our Backyard Bash events will be taking place during the month of August in a neighborhood near you! These events will be for elementary-aged kids, those entering  Kindergarten-entering 6th grade. Each bash will be a one hour long, socially distanced event with games, crafts and a Bible lesson.  The schedule and locations for the upcoming Backyard Bashes are as follows:

DATE:  Sunday, August 2
TIME: 3:00PM
LOCATION:  Favini Home // Billerica
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DATE: Sunday, August 9
TIME: 3PM
LOCATION:  Villa Home // Burlington
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DATE: Saturday, August 15
TIME: 10AM
LOCATION:  Krogh Home // Burlington

You can find more information about the event on the registration pages. 
Please Note: Due to social distancing, we will be capping each event's attendance. Registration is  now open for each event and will close once the maximum capacities have been reached. Once you are registered, you will receive an email with more details. We look forward to seeing you! 
Apologies for the previous email that included incorrect links for registration.
Below is a link to our event registration page. 
THIS WEEK'S BIBLE VIDEO & ACTIVITIES
PRESCHOOL FOLLOW-UP ACTIVITIES
For the month of August, the toddler and preschool children will be learning that God made them and loves them. Their memory verse for the month is 
  "I am fearfully and wonderfully made." Psalm 139:14. 
It's never too early to start memorizing scripture, so try practicing this verse with them throughout the month. You'll be surprised how quickly young children can put something into memory!

This week, the young children will learn about how God made ALL people to be like Him and made each of one of us unique. After watching their video lesson, they can make this craft. Instruct your child to add hair, face and all the special features that God gave them. And then in the borders, help your child draw some things that they can do with what God gave them. If you don't have access to a printer,  you can draw this on a blank piece of paper or try it outside with sidewalk chalk!

PARENT CUE:
When kids begin to understand they are made in the image of God, they tend to look at the world and themselves in a different way.

Try this: When you go into your child's room, say, "God made the sun and sky so blue. God made me, and God made you!" Tickle your child when you say, "you."
ELEMENTARY FOLLOW-UP ACTIVITIES
This month, the elementary theme is titled Indescribable. We'll be learning all about how their creator has no limits! Sunday's lesson is based on Genesis 1 and 2. They'll learn how God created the universe and that He is the author of creativity!

PARENT CUE:
When kids begin to understand they are made in the image of God, they tend to look at the world and themselves in a different way.

Try this: On your child's mirror, write a few quality characteristics you see in them. (kind, funny, grateful, strong, brave, wise) At the bottom of the mirror, write, "God created you for a purpose." This will be a great reminder to them as they start their day!

Below are some activities that they can do to help deepen their understanding of this week's lesson.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:

The elementary theme for August is based on two children's devotionals written by Louie Giglio titled: Indescribable and How Great is Our God. These are great resources that include a Scripture passage, story, practical application, prayer, and fascinating scientific sections to help kids express their faith.

Click on the links below for more information:
Join our Summer Zoom Sessions!

These virtual gatherings will include worship, games, object lessons and Biblical studies. Each week, we'll focus on a different fruit of the Spirit.  Tune in Tuesday as we discuss KINDNESS, and how our words are like toothpaste!

Two Sessions every Tuesday morning:
Toddlers/Preschool (Ages 2-5) - 10:00-10:25am
Elementary (Completed Kindergarten - Completed 5th grade) - 10:30am 

Click here to access our online sessions. ( Click the mid-day gathering button for access. )
PARENT RESOURCES
The pandemic has caused many of us to feel uncertain about our summer plans. However, I encourage you to try to embrace this season. This may be the only summer that you have with your kids at home every day. Embrace this unhurried, unscheduled season and try filling it with backyard games and intentional family bonding. Below are a few ideas that to help fill your days with purposeful activities. 
SUMMER BINGO
Play BINGO as you keep track of your summer fun this year! Included is a blank BINGO sheet so you can add your own ideas!
SUMMER BUCKET LIST
This  Summer Bucket List will come in handy when you begin hearing your kids say those two dreaded words... "I'm bored". 
SUMMER SCRIPTURE CHALLENGE
Now that there's no homework, summer is a great time to encourage scripture memorization! Here is a 10 week challenge with a completion certificate to go along with it! 
RIGHT NOW MEDIA
Right Now Media has a whole library of Christian shows for kids. Sign up today for your free account!
BIBLE APP FOR KIDS
The  Bible App for Kids  is an awesome resource for kids of all ages with interactive Bible stories and activities to further their understanding. You can download it on any smart device.
PARENTCUE
The Parent Cue App cues you to have simple and meaningful faith-moments with your kid that will fit seamlessly into the daily rhythm of your life. 
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