Can you believe Christmas is only a few weeks away? We hope you and your family are loving this holiday season.

Here are a few things coming up in our ministry . . . 

ADD YOUR OWN DATES: KINDNESS CLUB
This month, we're getting small groups to create an action plan for serving others. We hope you and your kids can be a part of it! 

ADD YOUR OWN DATES: MERRY MARKETPLACE
Next month, we're getting kids and families together to have fun creating together! Mark your calendars!

WAIT FOR IT: A 4-WEEK SERIES ON ADVENT & CHRISTMAS

SERIES OVERVIEW:

Who doesn’t love a board game? Waiting for the the game to unfold is a part of the fun, but it can be frustrating if kids don’t know why they are playing or what they need to be a part of it. In, Wait For It, kids will learn how to watch for and put their hope in Jesus. Everyone will meet John, Mary, Simeon and Anna— people who waited for a Savior to change their lives. Kids will learn that everyone needs a Savior, that the Savior will change everything, that God will do impossible things, and that Jesus is the one they’ve been waiting for!

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Think about someone who shaped your future because of their influence during your childhood years. Someone who made you who you are today. Seriously, do it. Right now. Got a name? Great. Now consider this. In a few years, what will your kid say you've instilled in them? And what voices (besides yours) are helping to shape them? If you're not sure, don't let this week go by without recruiting another trusted adult to help you influence your kid.

If you're subscribed to Grow Your Ministry, now would be a good time to attach Parent Tip Video #5 from your Parents section.

Let's be completely honest for a sec . . . how many times have you dismissed your kid's question, idea, or remark? All parents have done it because, let's face it, some of them seem dumb! Take a second to check out this RADICAL IDEA of creative collaboration between adults and kids presented by a 17-year-old. It will remind you to recognize and validate your kid's voice. . . no matter how young they are!

Here's a question for you. What's on your kid's Christmas list this year? Hit Reply on this email and let us know!