KIDS AT WORSHIP
We are excited about multi-generational worship for two big reasons:
– Children have so much to teach adults about the ‘wow’ and wonder and trust of worship. They contribute so much to our worship gatherings. The experiential and sensory nature of our services make it an adventure for kids.
– Children learn how to worship by worshiping with their parents, grandparents, and guardians. It’s a special bond that families create when they worship the Trinity together.
CHILDCARE DURING WORSHIP
We also realize that sometimes you need someone to look after your children while you are in worship. We have an amazing group of qualified volunteers who love these little kiddos and provide a safe and fun space that your kids will enjoy while you worship.
IN THE FUTURE
We are dreaming up some amazing things for kids and families in the coming year and we want you to dream with us and let us know what you need: email ryan@belovedschurch.org
Here’s some of our ideas:
– Bringing Baby Home class for new families
– A Children’s ‘non’ Program that combines:
the musical elements of Kindermusic,
the story-telling elements of Godly Play, and
the interactive elements of Seattle Science Center.
– Regular play groups
…what else?
Beloved Family Newsletter Summer 2009
2 responses to “children & families”
Hey! This June 14th we are starting a new expression of Beloved Worship called “Godly Play”… ever so loosely based off of the Episcopal curriculum, but more of a homegrown service that is brief, family specific, and gives our kids something important to faith to “hang their hat on”. Then it's followed by an community meal and activity.
The next Godly Play service will celebrate the kids end of school year and be followed by a time of board games and card games… bring some of your own and get to know one another through play.
“You can know more about person after a half hour of play
than you can after hours of conversation.” – Jon Glenn
Hey! This June 14th we are starting a new expression of Beloved Worship called “Godly Play”… ever so loosely based off of the Episcopal curriculum, but more of a homegrown service that is brief, family specific, and gives our kids something important to faith to “hang their hat on”. Then it's followed by an community meal and activity.
The next Godly Play service will celebrate the kids end of school year and be followed by a time of board games and card games… bring some of your own and get to know one another through play.
“You can know more about person after a half hour of play
than you can after hours of conversation.” – Jon Glenn