By Julie Metakes, Minister for Children & Family

The Children and Family Ministry has been BUSY! Did you see the Family Christmas Eve Pageant? The children did an amazing job and worked so hard at learning their lines and preparing for the services. I cannot thank our families enough who served to make this annual service a success and helped to share the story of the 1st Family Road Trip!

Looking ahead, I am excited to share that the Easter Eggstravaganza will be on April 1st this year. This is such a fun family event and will include crafts, a cupcake decorating station, egg hunt and more! Look for family and volunteer sign ups coming out in February. Please contact me if you would like to help out this year.

Although July 10th-14th is over 5 months away, we are starting to plan the most STELLAR Vacation Bible School EVER! This year’s theme is out of this world and will shine the light of Jesus for all to see. Look for adult and youth opportunities to be a part of the VBS Volunteer Team this year. Registration will open in early March.

I am fortunate to be able to see God working in the lives of our children, volunteers and staff every week. We are looking to expand our team of volunteers and staff who want to share their gifts in this ministry. You can give as little or as much as your schedule allows. Nursery and Sunday School volunteers work as few as one service a month! The VBS Lead Team is looking for help behind the scenes with planning for this year’s VBS in July. Email me to learn more and let’s talk about matching your gifts with our Children and Family Ministry team!

Blessing to each of you and your families!