Vista Kids Happenings
Updates and Information for our Vista Kids at VRUMC
First Sunday of Advent Begins Tomorrow!
Vista Kids and United 345 Learning Hour at 9:45a.m.- Tomorrow in Sunday school, our Deep Blue Preschool and Elementary friends will hear a story about a woman named Elizabeth and her husband Zachariah. An angel appeared to Zachariah and gave him a big surprise!
Children's Church at 8:30a.m. and 11 a.m.- 1st Sunday of Advent: Luke 1: 5-25
Sunday Afternoons 4-6: 2018 Advent Adventure for Vista Kids (3years through 2nd grade) and United 345 (3rd-5th)
Join us for adventures in preparing for advent through creating a salt dough advent wreath, weekly ornaments for your tree and a yummy snack! Caregivers are welcome, but not required.
Sunday Morning Nursery has MOVED!
Angel Gifts Due Sunday, December 2
Don't forget to bring your unwrapped and labeled Angel gifts in the provided red bag by Sunday, December 2.
Vacation Bible Camp 2019 Planning Team Meeting December 12
It’s time to start planning next summer’s Vacation Bible Camp. There are a variety of fun tasks to help make this important event possible for area children. A brainstorming meeting will be held on December 12, 2018 at 7p.m. Email Lisa Dominy, lisa@vrumc.org, with your interest.
Daily Family Advent Devotional and Activities!
This Sunday Evenings Advent Wreath Reading!
First Week of Advent: Hope – December 2, 2018
Gather together with no distractions to light the first candle and share this time of spiritual fellowship.
First Reader: We light one purple candle as a symbol of hope. Advent means “arrival.” We wait to celebrate Christmas when Jesus first arrived as a baby. We are also waiting for the day when Jesus will return again as the Lord of all.
Second Reader: Let’s listen closely to God’s word for us in our Bible passage.
Jeremiah, chapter 33, verses 14 through 16, says, “‘The days are surely coming,’ says the LORD, ‘when I will fulfill the promise I made to the house of Israel and the house of Judah. In those days and at that time I will cause a righteous Branch to spring up for David; and he shall execute justice and righteousness in the land. In those days Judah will be saved and Jerusalem will live in safety. And this is the name by which it will be called: ‘The LORD is our righteousness.’”
Conversation: Take turns talking about those verses. What stood out for you in the Bible passage? Why did it draw your attention? What does it mean for your life today?
Pray aloud together this Family Litany.
One: Dear God, you fill our hearts with hope while we wait for Jesus to arrive.
All: God, you are good! You always keep your promises.
One: Send your Spirit to help us remember that you are faithful when we cannot see you.
All: Let your steady flame of hope keep glowing in our hearts and lives.
One: You are bringing us closer to the day when everyone will know Jesus as Savior.
All: We worship and praise you, Lord. Let the day of your arrival come soon!
Christmas Eve Family Worship Readers Needed!
Last Sunday Recap...
Vista Kids and United 345 Learning Hour at 9:45a.m.-
Last Sunday during Learning Hour, we heard the story about Queen Esther and her cousin Mordecai. Mordecai took care of Esther when she needed him. Queen Esther saved her people when they needed her. This story provides a great opportunity for kids to thank God for those who care for them. Parents and grandparents, you two can share memories of those who cared for you with your children!
“Don’t urge me to abandon you, to turn back from following after you. Wherever you go, I will go; and wherever you stay, I will stay. Your people will be my people, and your God will be my God.” (Ruth 1:16)
Children's Church at 8:30a.m. and 11 a.m.- John 18:33-37 King of the Jews... King of Kings!
Part-Time Nursery Supervisor
Vista Ridge UMC is seeking a part-time (around 8 hours a week) Nursery Supervisor. This position is accountable for supervising caregivers and ensuring that the nursery is a place where babies and toddlers are warmly received and cared for in a Christian environment.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
· Available Sunday mornings, 8 a.m.–12:30 p.m. (possibly longer if needed)
· Recruits, hires, trains, supervises, supports, schedules and evaluates paid/volunteer caregivers
· Schedules child care for all church events and activities
· Approves paid caregivers’ timesheets and secures information for background checks
· Communicates on a regular basis with paid/volunteer caregivers, Children’s Minister and Children’s Council
· Upholds policies and procedures to provide a loving, safe and healthy environment for all children and caregivers.
Decision Making
· Recommends changes in policy/procedures and any other suggestions that may improve the environment and quality of care
· Submits nursery needs to Children’s Minister; consults with Children’s Council regarding annual budget
Requirements
· Minimum of a high school diploma or general education degree (GED)
· Strong supervisory skills
· Strong Christian values
· Experience working with children and a genuine love and concern for children
· Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
· Strong initiative and ability to work with minimal supervision
How to Apply
Send resume to Children’s Minister Lisa Dominy, lisa@vrumc.org
Vista Kids and United 345 Events on the Horizon!
December
Sunday, December 2nd - Advent Adventure Night!
Sunday, December 9th- Christmas PJs, Pancakes and Book Exchange
Sunday, December 16th- Live Nativity
Monday, December 24th- Christmas Eve Family Worship
Child Fund Fredy
Vista Kids
Email: lisa@vrumc.org
Website: http://vrumc.org/category/blogs/children/
Location: 2901 Denton Tap Road, Lewisville, TX, United States
Phone: 972-315-5225
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vrumcchildren