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Looking Ahead!
You've heard about the two friends walking together through a hilly countryside. As they walked into the tunnel that would take them to their destination, one pointed out to his friend, "See that? This wasn't so bad after all. I see the bright light ahead. We're almost there!" His friend, not missing a beat, turned to him and replied, "Could be.... Also could be the bright lights of an oncoming train!"
We often sense a bit of anxiety around the unknown and looking ahead. The people of the Bible could relate and there is some clear direction about how we might choose to look ahead. Read Matthew 6:25-34 sometime and it may bring perspective to the worry.
Our church school leaders, helpers and all the children and youth have been planning a special worship service for June 1. This weekend is Memorial Day weekend and with so many people away, we will not have church school (and the extra time to work on our service). And it's true that May and June often present the challenges of sports games and other Sunday activities, which meant many of our children and youth were unable to attend regularly this month. For our faith leaders and me,this can make for some worry about the proverbial question, "Are we READY??"
Trusting that the light ahead is the destination for which we are headed, I am confident that you will hear, see and experience God being mediated in our midst on June 1. Our youth and children have something to say and share about experiencing God and with the help of our Creator Spirit, you will witness a people prepared to look ahead and live into the blessings with the call to bless others.
Enjoy your Memorial Day Weekend. Children and Youth are asked to arrive on June 1 by 9 am and go directly to their classes for final preparations.
Peace and Blessings,
Chris
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If you have an idea to share, a project that was especially meaningful to you from your Sunday Church School days or would like to lend your own unique creative talents to our children's programs, please do not hesitate to contact me at chris@firstchurchguilford.org or call 203-453-3324.
Your feedback and concerns about our programs are very important and I would be more than happy to meet with you.
Christopher Solimene
Director of Children and Families Ministry
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Confirmation
Confirmands and Mentors
First and Second Year Confirmands
Confirmation Year 1:June 2, 7:00 - 8:15 pm in Griswold Hall June 1, 1-3 pm, Potluck Celebration Please be sure to hand in the remaining of your three worship reports and any other worksheets that are due. Confirmation Year 2:May 15, Faith Statements due June 1, 1-3 pm, Potluck Celebration June 3, 7:00 - 8:15 pm in Fellowship Hall with Deacons June 8, Confirmation Sunday
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Kids Living Faith
Church School Registration Forms
It is invaluable to have current contact information. We are able to keep you informed, let leaders get to know your child and be sure to have any important details such as allergies and medical conditions. New 2013-2014 Registration Forms are now available below: Registration Form Nursery - 3's Room Registration Form PK - Gd 8 Please fill out a from for each child in your family and return them to the Adult Leaders or directly to Chris Solimene. |
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Safe Church for All Adult Volunteers
All teachers, volunteers, and youth workers are required to fill out Safe Church Forms and attend Safe Church Training. If you need a copy of our Safe Church Policy or have and Application to hand in, please see Chris Solimene. Safe Church training classes are offered in the fall and spring.
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Lending Library 
Books that deal with children's issues, families and faith issues for kids are available to be borrowed by anyone. The books are on the shelves in Room 9 (next to Griswold Hall) and there is a simple 'lending procedure' card that gives directions on how to borrow a book. Many thanks to Marjorie Colton for working with me to offer these books to families from our Minear Library. Any questions? Ask Chris.
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Looking for a fun way to give back?
Looking for a meaningful volunteer opportunity? We would love to add more rotational leaders for the 2014-2015 year. Volunteer commitments can range from doing a 4 week rotation or volunteering as a helper. The times can often be varied around specific commitments. Please let us know if you have more questions or might be interested by emailing me at chris@firstchurchguilford.org |
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CALENDAR
May 25 No Church School Memorial Day Wknd
June 1 Children's Day
Confirmation Potluck
June 2 Confirmation Year 1
June 3 CE Board Meets
Conf Year 2
June 8 Confirmation Sunday
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Our Sponsored Children
Our children's ministry has accepted the sacred responsibility of sponsoring two students in South India. Schooling in India is not free as it is in our United States. In partnership with First Church's Board of Community and World Concerns, we will pay for one girl and one boy to attend the King's Matriculation School on the campus of Family Village Farm.
In addition to paying for their schooling fees, which include tuition and a daily lunch, we are encouraged to send letters, cards and of course, our prayers!
Please read their stories, which are posted on the wall just outside the entrance to the Church School from the Sanctuary. You will also see our letters to the children there.
See Chris Solimene if you would like to know other ways you can assist young Gowthami and Raghul. Our combined efforts allow them to receive life-changing hope, trust and optimism through our gifts and prayers...
'Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.'
Said Jesus,
Matthew 25:40
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