December 16, 2011

                                                                     FOCUS ON JESUS
Like the Angels we need to focus our voices on telling others about Jesus.
Like the animals we need to focus our hearts to value Jesus as most important in our lives.
Like the star we need to focus our energy to shine in this world of darkness with God's love.
Like Mary and Joseph we need to focus or trust in God only.
Like the shepherds we need to focus our attention and be willing to drop everything to worship Jesus.
Like the wise men we need to focus our time so we can serve Jesus daily and seek His will.

The classes did a wonderful job leading our Advent service.  It is awesome to see the Holy Spirit work in their lives.  What a blessing to spread the GOOD NEWS at such a young age.  May we follow the children's example and FOCUS ON JESUS!

Thank you for working with your child on their advent part.  We couldn't have done it without you!
Special thank you to Mrs. Brickner and Mrs. Merritt for making our star gloves.

***If you would like to see our service again or invite others we will be leading chapel Wednesday,
December 21 at 8:05am.  The children do not need to dress special just wear their school uniforms on Wednesday.

A Look Ahead:

NEXT WEEK IS A SHORT WEEK!  WE WILL DISMISS WEDNESDAY AT 12:00
FOR CHRISTMAS BREAK

Religion: Jesus our Savior is Born
Memory: none
Grammar: synonyms and antonyms
Spelling: none
Math: fractions and new facts subtracting 2
Around the World: Norway
Writing:  If I Was...
Reading: Literacy Centers
     With all the practice for the Advent service we will finish up last weeks centers.

CHRISTMAS PARTY:  Our Christmas Party will be Wednesday, December 21 at 10:15.  If you are able to help please contact Darla Hollowood or Whitney Brickner.

I have had a request for a copy of last night's Advent Service.  If you have one any would be willing to make a copy please let me know.  Thanks!!

Remember BINGO CARDS are due Monday.

Wednesday is the end of the quarter and grades will be available on-line January 6.

If your weekend is anything like mine, you may be busy with last minute gifts, cleaning, Christmas cards, and kids' activities.  Please remember the children's message to us:  FOCUS ON JESUS!

I hope to see you in worship,
Amy

(sorry no pictures, too busy this week and forgot to take some :)