This summer has been an exciting time here at East Gate! We just came back from children's camp at the VA District Campground. We put together at 2 minute video of the highlights of our experience. You can view this video on the Kidz Ministries page.
Camp was fun. Sure it was hot, and the days were long - but it was completely refreshing to be in a place where they children were isolated from the "outside world" of technology and distractions and be completely focused on nature, God's Word and building relationships with one another. For me personally, it was great to be with other children's ministries professionals and partake in the common interest of pointing children to Christ. That's why we were there. That's why we exist.
I came with a bit of a cold, but also with a renewed sense of calling and determination deepen, broaden, enrich and ignite our Children's Department here at East Gate.
But camp is just the beginning. VBS is right around the corner July 23-27th from 6:30-8:30pm. If you aren't completely sure about what our church is doing for VBS let me explain. It is a sports-themed VBS. We will offer 5 sports for children ages 3-5th grade: Cheerleading, Soccer, Flag Football, Basketball, and Softball. Children will choose their sport and stay with that sport for the entire week. By staying with their sport, the coaches will be able to help them expand their skill level and build relationships with them.
During the devotional time, they will be hearing God's Word from coaches and athletes who have been a witness to Christ in area of sports.
We are also in the middle of the "Amazing Race" our Wednesday night summer program. We have adapted and adopted the concept from the hit TV reality show where teams of people travel the world doing amazing contests. We are learning about Jacob's family (the 12 sons of Israel and specifically Joseph) and doing amazingly crazy games and fun crafts that tie into the lesson. You may have seen us out on the fields, doing 3 legged races, looking for clues to a puzzle or just plain having fun.
I love summer, the weather is great, the kids are free from school schedules so we can play just a little bit longer than normal. I love kids, telling them about Jesus, teaching them about the Bible and just plain having fun.
Check out the highlight video of summer camp on the Kidz Ministries page. Keep checking out this page from time to time, I will keep you informed on the life and pulse of East Gate's Children's Mini
Camp was fun. Sure it was hot, and the days were long - but it was completely refreshing to be in a place where they children were isolated from the "outside world" of technology and distractions and be completely focused on nature, God's Word and building relationships with one another. For me personally, it was great to be with other children's ministries professionals and partake in the common interest of pointing children to Christ. That's why we were there. That's why we exist.
I came with a bit of a cold, but also with a renewed sense of calling and determination deepen, broaden, enrich and ignite our Children's Department here at East Gate.
But camp is just the beginning. VBS is right around the corner July 23-27th from 6:30-8:30pm. If you aren't completely sure about what our church is doing for VBS let me explain. It is a sports-themed VBS. We will offer 5 sports for children ages 3-5th grade: Cheerleading, Soccer, Flag Football, Basketball, and Softball. Children will choose their sport and stay with that sport for the entire week. By staying with their sport, the coaches will be able to help them expand their skill level and build relationships with them.
During the devotional time, they will be hearing God's Word from coaches and athletes who have been a witness to Christ in area of sports.
We are also in the middle of the "Amazing Race" our Wednesday night summer program. We have adapted and adopted the concept from the hit TV reality show where teams of people travel the world doing amazing contests. We are learning about Jacob's family (the 12 sons of Israel and specifically Joseph) and doing amazingly crazy games and fun crafts that tie into the lesson. You may have seen us out on the fields, doing 3 legged races, looking for clues to a puzzle or just plain having fun.
I love summer, the weather is great, the kids are free from school schedules so we can play just a little bit longer than normal. I love kids, telling them about Jesus, teaching them about the Bible and just plain having fun.
Check out the highlight video of summer camp on the Kidz Ministries page. Keep checking out this page from time to time, I will keep you informed on the life and pulse of East Gate's Children's Mini
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