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The Men’s Ministry is sponsoring a very special event for dads and their daughters! Mark your calendars for Friday, January 22nd for the Father Daughter Winter Wonderland Banquet. Seize the opportunity to spend some intential time with your daughter(s), have some fun and make some memories on this daddy-daughter date. This event is for all dads and their daughters age 3-83 to enjoy a catered meal, and share some time together. You may purchase your tickets for $10/family in the concourse on January 10th or January 17th or by contacting the church office at 793-2800.
For dads without daughters, don’t feel left out! We’ll need people to serve in a variety of areas that night to make this a fantastic event for the daughters. If you would like to serve, please contact Fitz at Fitz@wschurch.orgor give him a call at 793-2800.
January 6th, 2010
Last Friday night was our Family Photo Scavenger Hunt! It was so much fun! If you weren’t able to come, here’s what you missed!
The families met up at the church, received some instructions (and rules) then headed out to gather photos of their families doing the things on their Scavenger Hunt List. Here’s just a few things from the list: giving a poinsettia to a stranger, reading a bedtime story in someone else’s bed, putting a star on top of a Christmas tree, in front of a house with lots of Christmas lights, and posing as a Christmas display inside a store window.
After collecting 10 photos from the list, families returned to the church to turn in their photos (all worth different points) and have some yummy Christmas treats. Then we had a short devotion and announced the winners! Here’s some photos of the crazy families that won the top 3 spots!
December 17th, 2009
Tomorrow night we are hosting a family fun night! Last year’s scavenger hunt was a blast….and based on this year’s list of items, I think our families will make some memories that will last a long time!
Arrive at 6:00, and we’ll give your list of items, some rules and then we’ll send you on your way. You’ll want to bring your digital camera to take photos of your find. Give me a call if you don’t have a camera and we’ll try to get you one to borrow. After the hunt, we’ll meet back at the church in CH1for some Christmas treats and to give away some prizes. We’ll also check out some of the fun photos!
It’s a great opportunity to spend some quality family time amidst the hustle and bustle of the Christmas Season!
For more info, click here!
December 10th, 2009
This weekend,17of our babies were dedicated to God by their parents. On Saturday morning, our families gathered together here at West Sidewith family and friends. We celebrated their commitment to God with a delicious brunch. Then, we gathered in the chapel for a short devotional message fromKira Mulvanywhochallenged our families toconnect with those around them and depend on them for support and encouragement.
Finally, the parents came forward and made these promises.
- I believe that my child is a gift from God.
- I commit to be an example in my own prayer time, Bible study and daily walk with God.
- I will seek God’s will in the decisions I make as I parent my child.
- Building a relationship of love and trust with my child will be a priority for me because I will be influential in their view of God.
- I will help my child connect with God’s family through involvment in our church community.
- I commit to intentionally teach and train my child to love God and follow Jesus Christ.
- I will encourage my child, giving them every opportunity to develop a personal relationship with Jesus.
The friends and families made a promise as well- to support these families through prayerand holdthemaccountable to this commitment through encouragement.
On Sunday morning, these families were recognized during our Sunday morning service.
Thank you to Kerri Taylor, who planned the party and made the room so inviting and fun. Thank you to our Saturday morning ladies Bible Study group for serving at our brunch.
November 15th, 2009
Because of the recent cold snap, some of our previous fall play day plans have changed. But there are still several opportunities to get together with other families. Play Days give moms/dads an opportunity to hang out and talk while their kids play together.
Wed. Oct. 21st, 10 am, Washington Park: Play at the Park(weather permitting)
We might have a small window of warmth next week. If the weather allows, we’ll meet up on Wednesday to play at Washington Park. I’ll bring some drinks with me for the parents and the kiddos! See you then!
Thurs. Oct. 22nd, 10 am, AP Room: Pumpkin Decorating (Bring your own pumpkin)
Next Thursday, we’ll open up our AP room for pumpkin carving. We’ll provide supplies, and help take care of the mess. You bring a pumpkin or pumpkins to carve or paint. Come laugh and have some fun!
Thurs. Nov. 5th, 10 am, AP Room: to be announced
Check back later for details about this play date. Put Novemebr 5th at 10:00 a.m. on your calendar to save the date!
Thurs. Nov. 19th, 10 am, Meet at the Cookie Factory at the Mall: Cookie Decorating
Meet me at 10 at the Cookie Factory in the mall. We’ve set up a special opportunity to decorate a cookie and have a drink there. Afterwards, we can burn off someenergy at the mall playarea.
October 14th, 2009
We had a blast tonight at our Family Film Fest! There were a few “characters” running around and lots of candy and popcorn was consumed! It was so much fun to watch Toy Story together tonight along with a few other cartoon shorts! Our families proved they were movie buffs with their high scores during trivia. Congratulations to our families who walked away with a couple other fun prizes, too! Remember, to do your family devo and bring it back!
March 6th, 2009
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