The Vision
Two Foundational Scriptures for Hope’s Kids Ministry
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- Deuteronomy 6:4-9- This passage paints a beautiful picture of parents teaching their children to know and love God in the midst of everyday life. We know that our lives are exceedingly busy, yet, as parents, it is our highest privilege and responsibility to teach our children diligently about the Lord. It is in the family setting that most of a child’s spiritual growth will take place, so we pray for you, as parents, that as you abide in their own relationship with the Lord, you will teach your children “when you sit in your house and when you walk by the way, and when you lie down and when you rise.”
- 2 Timothy 3:12-16- This inspiring passage tells us that even though this world is corrupt and we will face persecution, we can hold firmly to what we have learned and that it is a powerful gift to be acquainted with God’s Word from childhood. This highlights the strength that comes from being “acquainted from childhood with the sacred writings which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith in Jesus Christ.” What a precious gift we can give to our children, that they be so acquainted with God’s Word that they become wise unto salvation and take all that they learn with them, long into the future, no matter what trials they may face.
The Values
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- Family Discipleship- is the primary place for a child’s spiritual growth
- First-hand Knowledge of and Experience with the Lord- We don’t just study the Bible, we seek to know and experience the God of the Bible.
- Kids are an Integral Part of the Hope community- Kids are welcome to participate at Hope and build relationships with people all throughout the church body.
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Cohesive and Simple- Kids Ministry will teach the same Scripture that the adults are hearing in the sermon. Our classrooms, our routines, and our teaching methods are kept simple so that we remain focused on what matters most during our Kids Ministry time.
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Family Discipleship Resources
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- Family Discipleship Tools- Parents will receive the Scripture schedule for the upcoming sermon series plus a simple framework for engaging the whole family in meaningful discussions about what God is revealing through his Scriptures.
- Family Lending Library- We have lots of new additions to our lending library, located near the water fountain. Please stop by and take advantage of any resources that interest you at any time!
- Parenting Mentors- Hope is blessed by many brothers and sisters in Christ who are further down the road in their parenting journey. Many of them are eager to lend a listening ear or a word of encouragement to younger parents who are still in the child rearing years. Do not hesitate to ask for input or encouragement from these wise mentors or ask any of our pastors to help connect you with someone who can mentor you in the area of parenting.