Kids Small Groups

This week we are launching the KSG Local PEACE Project. Each Kids Small Group will be making care packages for seniors in the local community. Each care package should include:
* No-sew fleece blanket
* Baked goods
* Cards
* KSG photo in frame
* Optional items such as magazines, puzzles, games, etc.

The items in the care package will be worked on/assigned next week (March 23 & 24) and then packaged up for delivery by the KSG staff the week of March 30 & 31. We have an incredible goal of reaching out to 500 senior citizens in the local community. We do this because...
"Pure and genuine religion in the sight of God the Father means caring for orphans and widows in their distress and refusing to let the world corrupt you."
~ James 1:27 (NLT)

Pastor Steve Adams, our very own Children's Pastor here at Saddleback Church, really challenged the All STARS Children's Ministry staff with a key concept - INNOVATION. What does it take to create an innovative mindset? First and foremost, it is going to require set-aside, intentional time to do just that - INNOVATE. We want to challenge you (parents, church leaders, students) to make time each week to sit with a pen and paper and brainstorm about something specific. Maybe it is how you more efficiently tackle homework or the need to increase family together time. Whatever it is, we could all benefit from some INNOVATION. If you see a Kids Small Groups staff member, be sure and ask them if they have had their INNOVATION time this week. It is the only way we can grow and succeed as a ministry, impacting the landscape of eternity for children.

The 5th & 6th graders in Children's 301 learned just this - SERVING - as they participated in the 2010 Ministry Fair this week. They learned all about their unique S.H.A.P.E. to serve Jesus within the church and even through Local PEACE. Quick - does anyone know what S.H.A.P.E. stands for?! First person to tell a KSG Staff member at Kids Small Groups next week will get a special prize. :)
We look forward to follow-up this next week as the 301 students hone in on which of the many ministries they are ready and willing to commit to serving in. Encourage a 301 student as they explore their S.H.A.P.E. and step up to serve.

That was the emphasis of the Children's 101 Communion last week at Kids Small Groups. Take time this week and look back at old photographs in your albums. Spend time taking in all the memories that come to mind as you look at these images. In the same way, take some time this week to REMEMBER any images (mental or physical) of when you first came to follow Jesus. This is what keeps the fire burning in us. This is what Communion is all about. REMEMBER!