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Bible
Study
Children's
Bible Study
Youth Bible Study
Adult Bible Study
Children's
Bible Study
This
is a great time to be a kid at LSCC! Just as Jesus welcomed and
called for the children to come to him (Matt. 19:14), we also welcome
children into the life of our congregation. We are serious about
raising the next generation of God’s people, and are continuing
to seek the best ways to create safe and joyful spaces for all of
God’s children to experience Christ’s love and grow in
faith.
NURSERY
Nursery care is available during all Sunday morning worship services
and programs. With a minimum of two trained child care providers
in each room and a pager system to assist parents, families are
free to enjoy the many opportunities for faith enrichment on Sunday
mornings.
8
AM- Nursery available for infants-3 years (Rm 227)
9 AM– Nursery available for infants-3 years (Rm 227 & 203)
10 AM– Nursery available for infants-1 year (Rm 227 & 203)
Toddlers engage in our education hour (Sunday School)
11 AM– Nursery available for infants-3 years (Rm 227 &
203)
CHILDREN’S
DISCIPLESHIP HOUR (Sunday School)
Our education model celebrates children’s different learning
styles through engaging children in centers/stations such as storytelling,
drama, art, music, games/action, technology, and science.
Children will learn one Bible story or Biblical theme for several
weeks, while a different center
or workshop rotates to their class each week. They will experience
one story or theme through
several different avenues in a fun and interactive setting.
CHILDREN
IN WORSHIP
Children are an important part of the entire community of faith.
It is important for children to be welcomed, accepted, greeted,
and integrated into the life and mission of the church in order
to strengthen their faith development. This teaches children that
they are truly valued and part of the community. Children learn
best by modeling. Seeing parents, Sunday school teachers, and significant
mentors worshipping together is a key in developing their own sense
of awe and wonder for worship and the mysteries of God.
During
the 9:00 & 11:00 worship services, children will begin worship
with their families (or friends). All children are invited to come
forward to the steps for a Children’s Moment, usually a story
or object lesson related to the day’s scripture. Children of
appropriate ages are then invited to exit with adult leaders to
Godly Play (9 & 11 worship times) or WOW (9 worship only). See
below for explanations of Godly Play and WOW
* Parents are asked to check their children in for these offerings
before worship begins (we have two stations-one in the education
wing & one near the sanctuary). After worship, parents may pick
up their children in the education wing.
Tips
for Parents in Worship
• Visit the restroom with your child before worship
• Make sure to pick up a Children’s Bulletin (children
learn best when their hands are busy)
• Introduce your children to ushers/greeters and people sitting
near you (this includes your child and makes them feel important)
• Sit where your children can see
• Mark the pages of the hymns and/or scripture
• Encourage your child to stand when the congregation stands
(this encourages participation and stretches muscles)
• A coin offering teaches sharing. When the offering plate
is passed, let your child put money in and pass it to the next person.
Set the example of giving by always placing something in the offering
plate yourself. Offering is often a favorite part of worship for
children-they can be active and participate in giving.
• Encourage your children to look and listen for something
in the service to ask you a question about afterwards
GODLY
PLAY
(ages 4 years-1st grade)
Godly Play offers a creative, child-honoring way of entering into
and experiencing the biblical
story. The scriptures are presented in three dimensional hands-on
story boxes. In Godly Play,
we play with the language of God and God’s People: our sacred
stories, parables, liturgical actions
and silence. Through this powerful language, through our wondering,
through the community
of players gathered together, we hear the deepest invitation of
all: an invitation to come
play with God. Worship in Godly Play follows a similar flow to that
of our congregational order
of worship, with the goals of both providing our children a special
place to worship and encounter
God, and of better preparing them for participation in worship as
a part of the congregation.
We are currently taking steps to implement Godly Play, and will
have it in full swing this Fall.
For now, our children encounter God in Children’s Church by
experiencing and interacting with
Bible stories using children’s worship resources.
WOW
(Wonders of Worship)
(optional for grades 2-5)
This is our newest offering for children, and is optional for upper-elementary
children attending the 9:00 worship. WOW is a transitional program
that will
only be offered a few times a year, and is designed to help older
children experience
worship as a truly enriching part of their spiritual growth. Our
goal is that
our children & families will experience the power of worshipping
together and
with the whole church. This offering will help participants explore
the meaning
of worship elements and discover ways to share their praise to God
through acts of worship.
Again, our goal is to transition children into participating in
corporate worship.
Here
is our schedule for the Fall:
WOW will be offered: Sept. 16, 23, 30; Oct. 7, 14, 21
Children will sit and share in worship: Oct. 28 and Nov. 4
WOW will be offered: Nov. 11, 18, 25; Dec. 2
Children will share in worship: Dec. 9, 16, 23, & 30
SAFE
SPACES: Guidelines for a Shalom Community
We are committed to providing a safe and secure environment to promote
the spiritual and social development of children and youth and will
strive to prevent any abuse or infringement of safety. Recognizing
the reality of the world we live in and embracing the love we have
for children, we have recently implemented policies and procedures
to further ensure “Safe Spaces” for everyone.
• These guidelines include the check-in system for children—parents/guardians
check their children into Sunday School/Godly Play and receive a
numbered card that signifies they are the only people allowed to
pick up the child.
• We also do background checks and training for our adult volunteers
to make sure we have the most qualified and equipped people serving
with your children.
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Youth
Bible Study
Classes
for all ages are offered at 10:00 a.m. Coordinators and many dedicated
teachers provide programs which include Bible stories, crafts and
music which enrich the lives of the children and their relationship
with Jesus Christ.
See
our Youth section for more youth activities
information.
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Adult
Bible Study
A
new year and a new era in adult Christian education was launched
at Lee's Summit Christian Church on September 11, 2005! Seven Spiritual
Pathways have been designated and a course of study has been prepared
to enrich our exploration in each area.
This
fall at 10:00 a.m. the focus is on Christian Education, whether
it be in a Sunday School class, an interest group, a social action
opportunity or fellowship with others in our faith.
Spiritual Pathways 2007
Beginning
September 23, 2007 you will have the opportunity to select one of
the following seven new Pathways studies. Each Pathway will be seven
weeks long. You may sign up for one class and continue through the
year to complete all seven. Or, you may pick one of interest to
you and choose the time and class that best fits your needs. Enjoy
yourself, as you travel on your faith journey of spiritual enrichment.
Pathway
of Scripture
Old Testament Stories From the Backside, by J. Ellsworth
Kalas
A unique approach to scripture
Pathway
of Service
Called to be God's People by Kay E. Huggins
Looking at ways God calls us and empowers us to live out our lives
as Christians
Pathway
of Biblical Interpretation
The Bible Makes Sense by Walter Brueggermann
A unique "how to" book about the Bible
Pathway
of Creativity
Creatiing a Life with God by Daniel Wolpert
This study will introduce participants to a variety of prayer practices
Pathway
of Theological Reflection
At Table with Jesus by John Gooch
Classes will explore the fellowship of communion
Pathway
of Community
Real Followers by Michael Slaughter
A radical quest to expose the pretender inside each of us
Pathway
of Tradition
Beyond Money by Dan R. Dick
Stewardship of more than money - it's about gifts, graces and fruits
Other
Adult Classes
You
may choose other educational options to help continue your journey
of Life Long Learning. The following classes are on-going throughout
the year and do not change with the sessions of the Pathways.
Sunday,
10:00 am
Other
Education Opportunities
Bible
Study: The study of the book of Romans
Generations class: Studying “New Testament Stories from the
Backside”
Cornerstone Class: Studying The Present Word Bible study
Varied options in the Social Hall (to be announced)
ACTION: Current events, faith applications and topics centered on
college-aged young adults
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