This Sunday!

Hi Friends! Just a reminder that Kindergarten thru Third Grade kiddos are singing "Give Thanks" at both the 9:40 and 11:00 Services. Also, remember to bring in your items for the Thanksgiving Feasts in all Elementary classes this Sunday. Contact Kristy to find out if your child's class still needs something! kcardozo@trinitygnv.org

So thankful for all of you!!!

Trinity Campout 2011

Doesn't this weather make you want to go camping? Come to Trinity on Nov 18th for a fun night of camping and outdoor fun! Field Games, Stargazing, Campfire devotions & Sing Along and more. Cost is ten dollars per person for dinner, campfire s'mores and breakfast. Bring your own tent. We'll do all the cooking. Youth Building bathrooms will be available. Sign up with Ben Haines at sportsministry@trinitygnv.org

Happy Halloween from TrinityKids!

Wishing everyone a safe and happy Halloween from your friends at TrinityKids! Just like a jack o' lantern, let your light for Jesus shine!

Great Pumpkin Harvest THIS SUNDAY!

Don't miss out on this Sunday's Great Pumpkin Harvest! Trunk or Treat, Games, Bounce Houses, Elephant Rides, Face Painting, Possum Creek Pitt, Food, More! Admission: 1 canned food item. Come in costume! BRING YOUR FRIENDS! 5-8pm In and Around the Youth Building.

Is Step Into Africa Too Scary for Kids?

Hi Friends

Several of you have asked me about the appropriateness of the Step Into Africa for kids. I didn't see all four of the children's stories. But, I can tell you that Baribye's story, other than it being real, is no more disturbing than a Disney movie. In fact, I thought it was a great story, especially for older elementary kids, to experience. It is disturbing to be sure. But, there is a happy ending.

As far as little children, I would say that they will probably enjoy and benefit from walking through without headphones. By walking through the exhibit, they will get to experience what life in Africa can be like. This will give you the opportunity to explain at the level you think is appropriate for your own children.

So, for what it is worth, that is what I think. Please don't miss out on this amazing opportunity no matter what age you are!

Best,
Monique

Bring In Some Candy!!

Don't forget to bring in some Halloween candy for the upcoming Trunk or Treat on Oct 30th. Any and all donations of wrapped candy is appreciated!

We're Not Perfect... We're Parents!

We like the Nick Jr channel at our house. Often there is a commercial with these very words. "We're not perfect. We're parents." I'm not sure about you.. But, I'm thinking that our lives would all be a bit more worry free if we would take this little mantra to heart. Wouldn't it be great if we could accept ourselves and our fellow parents as imperfect? Then, we would be free to talk about the trials and tribulations of all this crazy parenting stuff and, maybe just maybe, allow Jesus to be present in our struggles to raise our kids.

Now, don't get me wrong. Nothing has prompted this post other than the hope that the church could possibly be as loving and accepting as Nick Jr commercials. The truth is we all need each other, and a little bit tv time for our kids at times, to make it through the parenting years. Don't you agree?

At TrinityKids, we're always reminding the kids of their two big jobs as Christians. 1. Love God. 2. Love Your Neighbors. As fellow parents, lets accept our call to love God, love our neighbors (other parents) and create a community of support for one another.

Neither children nor parents should feel like we're in a competition. If we feel this way, we are surely failing ourselves, God and our neighbors. Instead, let's remember that we're not perfect. We're just parents...