My little children, let us not love in word, neither in tongue; but in deed and truth. 1 John 3:18
*In children’s ministry, every person who serves with us is a kid influencer. Every team member makes an impact on the little lives that walk through our church’s doors.
Kindness
Dec 01, 2016 05:00 pm
Life is not made up of great sacrifices and wonderful achievements, but of little things. Kindness and love and courtesy are the marks of the Christian. In our association with each other, let it be ever remembered that there are chapters in the experience of others that are sealed from mortal eyes.
There are sad histories that are written in the books of heaven, which are sacredly guarded from prying eyes. There stand registered long, hard battles with trying circumstances that day by day sap the courage, the faith, and the confidence. But Jesus knows it all, and He never forgets. To such, words of kindness and of affection are welcome as the smile of angels. A strong, helpful grasp of the hand of a true friend is worth more than gold and silver.
Christmas Devotion Guide to Give Families
Tell your child the kit is full of items that’ll help your family get to know Jesus, your Savior. Beginning 12 days before Christmas, have your child choose one of the items each day.
Read the Scripture below and follow the directions for the item your child chooses. Download the Christmas Devotions for an easy way to create the paper strips for this family devotion.
Penny: Read Philippians 4:19. Have family members take turns naming a need God has supplied. See how long you can go before you run out of ideas!
Paper clip: Read Ephesians 2:13. Hook the paper clip to a keychain, zipper, or other item. Talk about how that resembles being united with Christ.
Staple: Read Romans 8:39. Talk about what a staple does, and how that compares with God’s love.
Pebble: Read Matthew 7:24-25. Try to flatten the pebble with your finger. Then set it out as a reminder that Jesus is your rock and your firm foundation.
Cotton ball: Read John 10:14-15. Use a permanent marker to draw a face on your cotton ball. Move the cotton ball around like a sheep, and make sheep noises. Talk about why sheep need shepherds.
Crumpled paper: Read Philippians 3:8-9. Throw the paper in the trash and call out reasons why Jesus is more valuable than anything else.
Heart sticker: Read Romans 5:8. Stick the sticker to something dirty, like a shoe. Talk about why you think Jesus would love us when we were still sinners.
Thumbtack: Read Isaiah 53:5. Gently feel the tip of the thumbtack. Talk about the pain Jesus endured to show his love to you.
Aluminum foil: Read Hebrews 1:3. Shine a flashlight on the foil, and watch how it reflects off of it. Share ways you’ve seen God’s glory.
Tissue: Read Hebrews 2:18. Write your sufferings on the tissue. Then crumple it up and offer it to Jesus in a prayer.
Rubber band: Read Ephesians 3:18-19. Wrap the rubber band tight around a can. Then see how many other things you can fit in the rubber band, such as forks, spoons, pens, pencils, and other items. Talk about how God’s love never runs out.Say, “Sometimes people tie s
String; Say, “Sometimes people tie string around their fingers to help them remember something.” Have everyone take turns tying the string around their finger and naming three things they’ve done wrong. When each person removes the string, read Isaiah 43:25. Children’s Ministry Magazine November 10. 2016
Random Acts of Christmas Kindness
Give up your spot in line.
Send cards to service men and women
Donate food to your food bank.
Donate pet supplies to the shelter.
Help someone do a chore or other job.
Do yard work or shovel for a neighbor.
Donate books you no longer need.
Pick up litter.
Donate to a charity (last year we picked Alzheimer’s Cures)
Leave a popcorn surprise for strangers to find.
Donate toys to a children’s hospital.
Donate a pair of new pajamas for foster kids.
Put money in the Salvation Army bucket.
Make get well cards for someone who needs them.
Make holiday decorations for others.
Donate meals to No Kid Hungry.
Make ornaments for your neighbors.
Donate new toys to Toys for Tots.
Feed the birds.
Calendar Updates:
2017 January 14 Adventurer Program Northwest Dade SDA Church
January 24-27 Children’s Pastor’s Conference Orlando, Fl
February Georgia Cumberland Conference Children’s Ministry Conference
February 1st 3 weekends Women’s Retreat Ministry Expo
March 11 VBS 2017 Showcase @ Fla Conference Community Room
March 18 Creative Ministry /Children’s Day @ 1st SDA Church WPB SDA
Singles Ministry Update:
December is here and Christmas is fast approaching. Along with all the hustle and bustle of preparing for the holidays, make sure to take time to relax and enjoy spending time with friends and family. Central Florida ASAM is giving you plenty of opportunities to celebrate with your single brothers and sisters. Below is a list of our Holiday Celebrations. Hope to see all of you there. Have a blessed day!!!
Sabbath – December 9th
1:00pm – Christmas Potluck at Forest Lake Youth Center – Come and join us as we share Sabbath lunch and fellowship at the Upper Youth Center. Bring your favorite Christmas dish to share and please bring plenty as we always have guests.
6:00pm – Fun and Game Night at Forest Lake Youth Center – Come on back for an evening of fun and games. Make sure to bring something yummy to snack on.
Sabbath – December 17th
7:00pm – Charlie’s Annual Christmas Party – Come and join us as we celebrate Christmas at Charlie’s Annual Christmas Party. You know that this is always a great time. Bring your favorite Christmas party dish to share and your holiday spirit, as well. For more information/directions call Charlie at 352-383-3976.
Sabbath – December 31st
7:30pm – Singles New Year’s Eve Celebration – Join with your friends to say good-by to 2016 and welcome in 2017. Once again Charlie is opening his home to us so that we can bring in the New Year together. This is becoming a Central Florida ASAM tradition, so make sure you don’t miss this one. As always, bring something yummy to share. For more information/directions call Charlie at
352-383-3976.
*As you finish out this week, please pray for changes in the future of our ministry within the churches and the conference. May we focus on the mission and the end result. I know the Lord will give us direction with peace and understanding.