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Mid-week 13
June 10, 2020
Mid-week family resources: God’s love and justice
Hello Families,
As we lament, listen, and contemplate we know that many of you are considering ways to talk with your children about justice and injustice. As a starting point for these conversations, we have compiled a couple of resources for you. First, we have some Bible verses for you to read and discuss together concerning what the Bible says about love and about justice. In addition, in the link below, we have put together a playlist of book read-alouds for you and your family to listen & watch together (even though they are picture books, they can appeal to all ages). By no means is this an exhaustive list on the topic, just a place to start by listening to the Word of God and to some of the voices of authors and artists who have created some beautiful books.
May our words and actions reflect the love of God and Jesus Christ by the power of His Holy Spirit!
In Christ,
River West Kids Team
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Mid-week 12
June 3, 2020
Family Time Video – Parables of Jesus
Hi Families,
In this mid-week video, join Teacher Shondra & Mr. Greg as they explore the the overarching purpose of the parables of Jesus and how they can teach us about Jesus and the arrival of His Kingdom.
Watch the full playlist which includes a Bible Project video, games, and discussion questions.
Blessings,
River West Kids Team
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Mid-week 11
MAy 27, 2020
It’s Family Time
Hi Families,
Teacher Shondra & Mr. Greg are back with another video! This week we are discussing God’s love in the midst of hardships.
Stay through the whole playlist for the Bible Project video, a game, and an activity!
Blessings,
River West Kids Team
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Mid-week 10
MAy 20, 2020
Daniel 1 Family Resource
Hi Families!
This week we have a discussion guide (and a Bible Project video) to go along with the new series that Pastor Adam introduced on the book of Daniel. We hope this will help you facilitate a time of family church for you and your kids as you participate in the Sunday service together.
CLICK HERE to view the discussion guide!
Join us in the new format on YouTube at 10:00am Sunday to chat alongside each other as we worship and fellowship together! Give a shout out when you are there! We enjoy seeing your names and love knowing that we are worshiping together!
Blessings,
River West Kids Team
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Mid-week 9
MAy 14, 2020
It’s time for Teacher Nicole to get out of bed!
Hi Families!
This week we have a fun music video to share with you! Mr. Greg and Teacher Nicole team up to share an original song, written by Mr. Greg!
Read and discuss this in your family church time this week:
Hebrews 12:1-3 (The Message) Discipline in a Long-Distance Race
”Do you see what this means—all these pioneers who blazed the way, all these veterans cheering us on? It means we’d better get on with it. Strip down, start running—and never quit! No extra spiritual fat, no parasitic sins. Keep your eyes on Jesus, who both began and finished this race we’re in. Study how he did it. Because he never lost sight of where he was headed—that exhilarating finish in and with God—he could put up with anything along the way: Cross, shame, whatever. And now he’s there, in the place of honor, right alongside God. When you find yourselves flagging in your faith, go over that story again, item by item, that long litany of hostility he plowed through. That will shoot adrenaline into your souls!”
In this passage, Paul compares our life to a long race with a finish line at the end. Each day we have choices to make regarding how we will run the race. Mr. Greg’s song reminds us to get out of bed and run it well. Don’t wander around aimlessly or get distracted by temptations. Run with a purpose because you know what lies at the finish line.
Discuss these questions together:
What kind of race is this?
How do we run this race?
What can slow us down?
What can help us in this race?
What awaits us at “the finish line”?
To Ponder: When you look ahead to your day’s activities consider asking these questions: Does it help me run the race well? Does it help me run for Jesus?
Blessings,
River West Kids Team
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Toddler Activities
Mid-week 8
MAy 6, 2020
Does Mr. Greg have superpowers? Family Time!
Hi Families!
Join us as we learn who the Holy Spirit is and how we can be transformed to become more and more like Jesus. And spoiler alert… Mr. Greg gives away his trick at the end – so be sure to watch all the way through the 3rd video in the playlist!
Blessings,
River West Kids Team
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Mid-week 7
April 30, 2020
Mr. Greg is Excited to Make a Laser Maze! – Family Time with River West Kids
Hi Families!
Join Teacher Shondra and Mr. Greg as we learn about Jesus as the second person of God who made a way for us to be in a renewed partnership with God. And… we learn how to make a laser maze together!
We love seeing your photos of you and your kids participating in the activities! Keep them coming!
Blessings,
River West Kids Team
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Mid-week 6
April 23, 2020
Mr. Greg Tries to Draw God! – Family Time with River West Kids
Hi Families!
In this Family Time video we explore what what the Bible say about God and His attributes.
This week’s video is a playlist that includes 3 videos. Two from us and a Bible Project video in-between.
Blessings,
River West Kids Team
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Mid-week 5
April 15, 2020
Is Heaven Boring? – Family Time with River West Kids
Have your kids (or you) ever wondered whether heaven is going to be boring? Can eternity start now, or do we have to wait until we die? Find out with us as our friends at the Bible Project explore what the Bible has to say about eternity and God’s kingdom here on earth!
Or Watch on YouTube!
Blessings,
River West Kids Team
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Sunday 5
April 12, 2020
Before easter
To celebrate Easter we’re providing additional activities and resources for your family. If you want to get a head start, here are some things you can do right now! CLICK HERE
On easter
We hope this weekend is special for your families as we all worship and celebrate our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ! Here are some resources that we hope you will find helpful. Most of the activities and crafts focus on the Cross and Resurrection stories, but we have a few that correspond to the “Woman at the Well” story which will match up with Pastor Adam’s sermon on Sunday.
NOTE: The Easter Activity Booklet below should be printed double-sided on two sheets of paper and then folded once down the middle to “nest” the pages together.
Mid-week 4
April 8, 2020
Gather your family – it’s Family Time video time!
As we approach Good Friday and Easter we consider the question, why did Jesus have to die? Join us in this Family Time video for a game, video from the Bible Project, and a fun (and musical) project!
Or Watch on YouTube!
Blessings,
River West Kids Team
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Mid-week 3
April 1, 2020
Hi Families!
Here is this week’s family time video. We have designed these videos to help you facilitate time with your family at home learning about the Bible and Jesus together. Pop some popcorn, grab your cozy blankets, hit the couch and make the most of this unique time with your family.
Or Watch on YouTube!
Blessings,
River West Kids Team
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Mid-week 2
March 25, 2020
Hi Families!
Gather your family and join Teacher Shondra and Mr. Greg as they take you through a family study time with the Bible Project video, “Image of God”.
To go along with the lesson, your kids will have the opportunity to draw a picture of themselves. We would love to see your kid’s drawings! Send a photo to shondra@riverwest.org.
Blessings,
River West Kids Team
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Mid-week 1
March 18, 2020
Hi RW Families!
In addition to our Sunday family resources, we thought it would be fun to connect with you and your kids mid-week via video! The video below is about 20 minutes and includes a great kids Bible Project animation for you to enjoy as a family.
We are so excited to be able to connect with your family in this way while we are apart!
Blessings,
River West Kids Team
Additional activities for this lesson
- For Younger Kids: Good News Craft
- For Older Kids: Good News Newspaper
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503.699.2226
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OFFICE HOURS
Tue - Fri | 9am - 5pm
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