How to Talk with Your Kids about Uncertain Times
Friends, we are living in uncertain times. Planning has changed by the day if not the hour. So, what do we tell our children who are scared, confused, or just plain bored?
- First, we remind them that our God is faithful, trustworthy and he alone is our hope (Hebrews 10:23). While life can sometimes dish out more than it seems we can handle, remember that it’s never more than God can handle. God never promised us an easy life or to take away all our hardships (John 16:33), but He does promise to be with us every step of the way (Matthew 28:20). We are called to walk by faith, not by sight (2 Cor 5:7).
- Be honest with your children about what is going on and the uncertainty of when things will be "back to normal", but remember to keep it at their age level. There is a virus that many people are getting right now and we need to be apart to help stop sharing those germs with others. For some people who get sick, it is like a bad cold. Other people do get really sick and we need to do our part to protect everyone.
- Future planning? We don't know right now about sports teams, summer camps, and vacations. Encourage children to just make the most of today. Join them in that endeavor. Regret and worry are twin thieves that rob us of the joy we can find in today. We do not live in the past nor the future, so help your children find something to be grateful for in the present.
- Now is a time to lean in closer to the God who holds the whole world in his hand, a time to be the hands and feet of Jesus by calling people who are unable to leave their homes, and by giving money to help others like we do through our Community Action Center.
- Pray together. Pray for the healthcare workers, pray for those who are sick, for those who cannot work right now, for those who work in grocery stores and truckers, for scientists as they work to develop treatments and vaccines, and for our leaders at every level. Listen for what God will reveal, and embrace his peace which passes all understanding. In the rest of John 16:33, Jesus tells us to “take heart, I have overcome the world.” As we look toward the promise of Easter, let’s remind our children that we serve a mighty God and the battle has already been won. There is nothing left to fear.
During this time of social distancing as we work to slow the spread of COVID-19, here are some resources we hope will bless your family.
Boredom Busters: crafts, skits, coloring pages, service activities and more!
We realize that weekends and breaks can be fun and exciting, while being told you have to stay home is way less appealing!
We realize that weekends and breaks can be fun and exciting, while being told you have to stay home is way less appealing!
6 WAYS TO MAKE PUPPETS
CRAFTS
CREATE A BIBLE STORY SKIT
COLORING PAGES
DONATE A FLEECE TIE BLANKET
SHARE A SMILEY FACE IN YOUR WINDOW
CRAFTS
CREATE A BIBLE STORY SKIT
COLORING PAGES
DONATE A FLEECE TIE BLANKET
SHARE A SMILEY FACE IN YOUR WINDOW
Children's Homily Videos
Notes from the Nursery: stay connected here on our Bethel Nursery Facebook page
What has Sammy the Sloth has been up to now?!
What has Sammy the Sloth has been up to now?!
Family Faith Videos Links
Children are free to live fully
when they know they are created by
and loved unconditionally by God through Jesus.
We aim to bridge the kids’ church, school and home lives with Biblical teachings and a hands-on approach to living out God’s promises that “with God all things are possible” (Matthew 19:26), and He “works all things together for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to His purpose” (Rom 8:28).
By allowing God to be Lord over our lives, rather than an activity we check off on Sundays or Wednesdays, we unleash His limitless power do amazing things in and through our lives.
when they know they are created by
and loved unconditionally by God through Jesus.
We aim to bridge the kids’ church, school and home lives with Biblical teachings and a hands-on approach to living out God’s promises that “with God all things are possible” (Matthew 19:26), and He “works all things together for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to His purpose” (Rom 8:28).
By allowing God to be Lord over our lives, rather than an activity we check off on Sundays or Wednesdays, we unleash His limitless power do amazing things in and through our lives.
The 2019-2020 Children's Ministry calendar is available now: click here!
Bethel's Children's Ministry Programming:
|
Sunday School
|
|
Nursery
The mission of the Bethel Nursery is to provide a safe, loving, fun and comfortable beginning for a child’s faith formation.
|
|
|
Limitless!
|
|
|
|
|
Retreats
|
Bethel Children & Youth Ministries Mission Statement
To help our children/youth Be the Light of Christ in the church and the world we will:
To help our children/youth Be the Light of Christ in the church and the world we will:
- Help our children/youth find their place in the church and in our world by providing connections with other youth, children, and adults of faith;
- Involve our children/youth in the life of the church through worship, evangelism, learning, fellowship, and service as a path toward discipleship;
- Provide experiences that will allow them to develop and explore their faith so, as they move into adulthood, they will have a faith that will go with them and grow with them;
- Equip and empower parents as partners on the journey of faith development for their children
|
Our Children's Ministry programs are led by Brenda Atzinger. For more information click here, to register please click here or contact Brenda with questions or to become involved!
batzinger@bethelnorthfield.org Director of Children's Ministry 507-786-8878 |