Christmas Countdown: New Series for KidsIn this new children's ministry series for 1st 5th graders, kids will count down to Christmas using the four themes of Advent: hope, peace, joy, and love. And they'll discover that Jesus is the reason behind them all. Nice try, presents but Jesus is the best gift of all. Kids will learn how: Gods promise of a Savior filled the world with hope Jesus calmed storms and hearts with His peace His birth brought incredible joy to everyone who heard the good

including us

It will ultimately leave them empty

Lesson 4:  Christmas is a mission

This series takes a look at people in the Bible who had experiences that caught them off guard

Paul: A 4-week series on what we can learn from the life of Paul

PROMISE - A Christmas series on the birth of Jesus built around the Old Testament prophecies about the Messiah

Bible: Romans 15:1-2

each week features a relatable object that helps kids connect everyday experiences to lasting spiritual truth

Bottom Line: Students will understand that God can use anyone

Bible: Ephesians 3:14-19

DECISIONS - James 1:5

Bottom Line: Like God's plan was still working while Jesus was in the tomb