WE NEED COOKIES!!!

We still need LOTS of cookies for the Live Nativity. If you are going to Publix or Walmart, please pick up some store bought cookies (or make some homemade ones) and drop them by the TrinityKids office or the front desk! Thank you!!!!

A Nativity Activity!

On this last week before Christmas, spend a little time each day with the characters from your nativity scene.

Monday: Angel
The Angel Gabriel came to tell Mary and Joseph about baby Jesus. What would you do if an angel visited you? Have angel food cake for dessert tonight in honor of Gabriel.

Tuesday: Mary
Mary was a young girl with no husband. Do you think she might have been surprised and afraid when Gabriel told her she was going to have the Son of God? She probably was, but did she obey God anyway? Yes, she did. She told Gabriel she was the Lord’s servant. How can you serve God and your family today? Talk to your family about what it was like when your Mom was pregnant with you. Could she feel you moving in her tummy?

Wednesday: Joseph
The scripture tells us that Joseph was a righteous man. That means he loved God and obeyed His Word. God chose righteous parents for Jesus so they could be a good example to him. How do you think Joseph felt when he found out he would be the earthly father to Jesus? Give the dads in your family a call or a big hug and thank them for being a good example to you!

Thursday: Shepherds
After seeing Jesus, the shepherds didn’t just go back to their sheep. They spread the word about what they had seen and they started praising God. Think of one new thing you’ve learned about Jesus’ birth. Then tell someone about it! After you’ve done it, praise God like the shepherds did!

Friday: Kings
The Bible doesn’t really tell us there were only three wise men. Just that there were three gifts. Regardless of how many were there, we know that they had been on a long journey to find Jesus. Imagine not knowing where you were going and following a star, just so you could find a little baby. Their dedication in looking for Jesus shows how amazing it is that God’s Son. Think of three gifts you'd like to give Jesus for his birthday this year. What do you think Jesus would like for his Birthday?

Saturday: Jesus
Do you remember your baby bed? What color was it? Was it soft? Jesus didn’t have a bed when he was a baby. After He was born, His mom and dad had to lay Him in an animal’s feeding trough. How do you think Jesus felt laying in the manger? How did Mary and Joseph feel? Cut up a brown grocery bag or other paper to make a soft bed for your baby Jesus.

Sunday: Happy Birthday Jesus!
With everything going on on Christmas day, it can be hard to remember we are celebrating Jesus' birthday. Remember to take time to sing Happy Birthday to Jesus. Be sure to tell your family and friends all you've learned about the nativity characters this year! Merry Christmas!

The Reason for the Season!

Talking about Christmas as the celebration of Jesus' birthday can help children to link the celebration of Christmas with the story of His birth. To add to the birthday celebration, bake a cake for the Baby Jesus! Don't forget to make a wish when you blow out the candles! What do you think Jesus would wish for?

Trinity's Live Nativity

Join us from 6-7:30pm on Dec 23rd in front of Trinity's Chapel. Children will be dressed up like Mary, Joseph and the angels, shepherds and wise men. Communion will be in the Chapel and hot cocoa and cookies will be served. Bundle up and join us. Bring your friends!

GIMME COOKIES!!

We need cookies (store bought or homemade)to hand out at the Live Nativity. Please drop them off at the TrinityKids office anytime before Dec 23rd at noon. Thanks!!!

Grandparent Gifts?? Stocking Stuffers??

Who wouldn't love a cute frame or calendar made by your adorable kids? Stop by the TrinityKids office and pick up a frame or calendar craft kit to give out as Christmas gifts to others or yourself!

Frame Kits are 5 dollars and include a wooden frame and all the stuff to make a cute holiday frame. Calendar kits are 15 dollars. Choose between one which you add your child's handprints or one to which you add family pictures.

Need a stocking stuffer for your kids? Pick up a TrinityKids onesie or t-shirt all sizes available!

Thanks for your support!

Preschoolers Are Singing In Church!

Attention Preschool Parents:

All Little Lambs, Dawning Doves and Loving Lions are invited to sing in church on Dec 18th at both 9:40 and 11:00.

Bring your cameras and come early to get a good seat! We hope to see you there!

Keeping the Family Focused This Christmas

With everything going on this time of year, it can be hard to stay focused on the birth of Jesus. Here are 10 ideas to keep your family centered and excited for the coming birthday of Jesus:

- Light the candles on your Advent Wreath
- Make a birthday cake for Jesus
- Decide on a Family Mission project for Christmas
- Bake cookies for a neighbor
- Talk about your nativity scene together
- Take turns reading from scripture or a Bible storybook about the birth of Jesus
- Make a birthday card for Jesus
- Give your kids 3 christmas presents this year. (Jesus got three presents for his birthday)
- Dress up like Mary, Joseph, the Wise Men and the Shepherds and put on a play
- Give up a meal and donate that money to the needy

Happy Advent & Merry Christmas from your friends at TrinityKids