Children’s Ministry Edition

March 2012 Father-Daughter Purity Ball

Hillcrest Baptist Church 920 Skyline Drive March 9, 2012 Hopkinsville, KY 42240 (Kindergarten through 5th grade) 270-886-6017 Robin Henderson, Director of March 10, 2012 Children’s Ministry (6th grade through College) Email: [email protected] 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Black-Tie Affair Website: www.hillcrestbc.net This evening is a chance to build and strengthen that special relationship between At the James E. Bruce a father and a daughter. The night will have an age-appropriate message about purity, an opportunity to dance, door prizes, dessert, Convention Center and much more. Register now online, by mail or at Alpha Alpha Alternative PCC * 1705 S. Main Street * Hopkinsville, KY 42240 270-885-3820 www.alphaalternative.org

Instill Lessons About Stewardship POWERSOURCE Christian stewardship is about more than just pledging donations or plac- ASK GOD: ing money in an offering plate. A steward manages resources, including time, talent, and money. Because God has given us so many blessings, we respond by using them wisely and also sharing them with others. 1. To guide you as you set

examples of Christian Children observe their parents’ financial habits and learn about the role of money at a young age. So it’s important to model appropriate attitudes stewardship in your about saving, spending, and giving. When we’re honest about everything home and community. from our daily transactions to our yearly taxes, we demonstrate how to be trustworthy. And when we contribute to church, charities, and neighbors in 2. To help your children be need, we teach the joy of being generous while assisting other people.

faithful and trustworthy with Experts recommend using an allowance system that works for your family the resources God provides. so children can save for the future, spend money on desired items, and donate a portion of their earnings. Such habits can set the foundation for a lifetime of financial stability as well as God-honoring stewardship. 3. To enable you to give willingly and cheerfully.

“If you are untrustworthy about worldly wealth, who will trust you with the true riches of heaven? … You cannot serve both God and money.” (Luke 16:11, 13)

Handling money wisely is one way to worship God, the giver of all good things.

Begin a conversation about stewardship by asking these TEACHABLE questions: 1. Why does God give us money and talents? What does he want us to do MOMENTS with these things, and why? 2. How do you decide how much of your money to spend, save, or give 1. Little Givers—Discuss with away? children how you set aside a por- 3. How can you handle money wisely without honoring it too much? tion of your family’s earnings to give back to God. Then show them how to earmark a portion of their allowance or financial gifts 5th Graders to church or Sunday school. TEAMKID Striking Out 2. Learn on the Go—Turn shop- Wednesdays for Jesus! ping excursions into lessons on money management. Give chil- Saturday March 24th dren shopping lists and show Meet @ Indian Hills Bowl them how to hunt for bargains 2pm - 5pm and use coupons. Let them inter- act with cashiers and count $ 5 change.

20122012 BibleBible BowlBowl Jr. PC Kids & @ Hillcrest PC Kids Continues Sundays on Sunday @ 6:00 Mornings Practice Wednesday 3. Be the Change— Together, March 28th choose a charity to support @ 10:30 PC Kids in Worship Center through money and prayer. En- for children Jr. PC Kids in Room 409 courage family members to col- grades 1st-5th 6:15 lect spare change or to go with- out gourmet coffee or special (will not meet treats for a period of time. Collect Sunday March 4th change in a jar. When the jar is and last Sunday for full, convert the change into a points March 11th) money order made out to your charity. If possible, hand-deliver Finale Sunday “foundations of the donation. March 25th the Faith”

MEDIA Bible MADNESS bowl finale

Sunday March 25th 6:00 p.m.

MOVIES MUSIC Fun in the sanctuary sharing Bible Bowl with Movie: The Secret World of Artist: the adults! Arrietty Album: Diamond Genre: Animation, Adventure Trophy & Award Artist Info: Velasquez, 32, returns Presentation Rating: G to Christian music after a four-year hiatus. She topped the charts back Ice Cream Sundae Party Cast: Amy Poehler, Will Arnett, in 1996 with her major-label debut Carol Burnett . @ conclusion in the Fellowship Hall Synopsis: This film is based on Summary: On the first single, Mary Norton’s classic children’s “Give Them Jesus,” Velasquez book The Borrowers. A 12-year- sings that the smallest things in life old boy becomes friends with little can shine the brightest for God. people living beneath his house’s “Girl” is a song about self-worth floorboards. and purity. Our Take: This family-friendly Our Take: This long-awaited Upcoming: anime film from the makers of comeback album is a gem for lis- Ponyo contains mild peril. teners of all ages. Easter Eggsperience GAMES & SITES April 7th

Title Content Rating & Platform Dates for Pushmo This highly rated game involves engaging 3D play is recommended VBS 3D puzzles. Players must think spatially for children ages 6+; to create stairs out of blocks. $6.99 at Nintendo June eshop 4th-8th

The Oregon This classic has been updated for new E10+; Wii, Nintendo th Trail: 40 Anniver- gaming systems. Players try to DS sary Edition complete a trek before winter, facing pioneer hardships along the way. Dates for Freefall Money With this new game-style app, children Best for ages 6+; $1.99 learn how to count coins and perform at iTunes.com Crossing Kids Camp money math. Players can earn fish to fill July 15th-18th a virtual tank.

This page is designed to help educate parents and isn’t meant to endorse any movie, music, or product. Our prayer is that you’ll make informed decisions about what your children watch, listen to, and wear.

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Bible Bowl LAST SUNDAY FOR POINTS Jr. Jam

Baby Dedication Orientation Room 215 @ 11:00

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