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Make me know your ways, O Lord;
Teach me your paths.
Lead me in your truth, and teach me,
For you are the God of my salvation;
For you I wait all day long.
Psalm 25:4-5 NRSV
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Summer Sunday School
During the summer months, there will be only two services each Sunday, at 8:30am and 10:00am, both held in the Sanctuary. The nursery will be open during both services.
1st-6th Grade
Summer Sunday School will meet only during the 10:00am service. Elementary school children should attend the service with their parents, and the class will begin after the Children's Sermon.
Preschool-Kindergarten
Preschool-Kindergarten children may either attend the service through the Children's Sermon or may attend Sunday School beginning at 10:00 in Room 103.
If your child will be entering first grade in the Fall, you will need to decide when to advance them to the elementary school group. It can be a little overwhelming in the beginning of the summer since the 1st-6th grade group is quite large. However, by mid July many people are on vacation so July can be a good time to introduce your child to the next level.
Similar guidelines apply to children turning three. For some children the transition will be easy, for others it will be uncomfortable. Please use your best judgment for what works best for your child.
Parents that wish to attend Pathfinders to assist while their child acclimates are always welcome. Please let John Smoke know if you plan to do that.
Nursery Care
Provided during worship hours and many other church activities in the 1500 square foot nursery facility.
Wacky Wednesdays
The Children & Family Work Area is excited to announce a new summer program for children going into 1st grade through 6th grade called Wacky Wednesdays! The mission of this program is to bring children together for a lot of fun and a good message. Every child is welcome. Invite your children, grandchildren, children in your neighborhood, and children of friends---ALL CHILDREN ARE WELCOME! The program will meet from 6:30 to 8:00 and there is NO cost!
Schedule
- June 9: School is out…let's party!
- A Hawaiian Dance! Coach Josh from the park district will be our DJ for the evening. Wear your fun Hawaiian clothes and come ready to party.
- June 16: The 2010 Downers Grove Summer Olympics
- Come play some fun games, get some exercise and maybe win a gold medal!
- June 23: Family Night at the Fire House
- Kids of all ages along with their parents/grandparents/guardians are invited to go on a trip to the new firehouse on Main Street. We will meet at the church and walk to the firehouse together.
- July 7: Magic Show and Carnival
- Magic Matt will be doing a magic show and then making balloons animals for us. There will also be many carnival type games with prizes and yummy treats!
- July 14: Mystery Night!
- Come to be surprised with a fun evening!
- July 21: Family Night and Water Fun
- Kids of all ages along with their parents/grandparents/guardians are invited to the church for an evening of fellowship and some fun with water. There will be a dunk tank with Pastor John in it along with other fun water games.
- August 4: A Roundup
- Every child attending is invited to wear a hat—any kind of hat (if you have a cheese hat – wear it). JD Allen from Minnesota, a cowboy singing guitar player, will be leading our program called "Hats On – Hats Off." The evening will conclude with a campfire and smores!
- August 11: An Evening of Storytelling with Oba William King
- Mr. King has been a storyteller on the Polar Express event through the park district. All kids will enjoy his great stories!
- August 18: Family Night and Picnic
- We will have the grill cooking hotdogs and hamburgers. All you have to do is bring a salad or dessert to share. There will be picnic games. Kids of all ages along with their parents/ grandparents/guardians are invited to an end-of-summer picnic!
There is no registration necessary! Come to one Wednesday OR come to them all — Whatever fits your schedule! For more information, contact John Smoke (630-968-7120).
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Vacation Bible School
At the Galactic Blast Vacation Bible School, your children will gain a new perspective on our planet Earth, and learn easy "green" earth tips they can practice at home. Children will continue to build their faith while having fun!
Children entering Kindergarten through 6th grade
Cost: $10/child or $25/family with 3 or more children
Please consider volunteering to help; it's fun and the children love having their parents there.
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