January 2011

Pastor’s Notes

Hello!

And Happy New Year! May 2011 bring you a new hope and joy in all areas of your life.

As we look to the New Year I want to encourage you to step up your commitment to Christ in 2011. Keep encouraging your child’s spiritual development and participation in church activities. At the same time, take the opportunities you have to learn, worship, and fellowship with your child in a Christian environment.

You’ll want to note that between now and Easter we’ll be reviewing events in the life of Jesus during the Kids’ Church time. This provides a great opportunity you to talk about those stories and your own faith with your child.

Thank you for your continued trust in us. We pledge our focused attention on your child’s spiritual development in 2011.

In Christ,

Pastor Jeff Anderson
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Christmas Celebration

We had a great time at the Kids’ Church Christmas Celebration back in December. Enjoy the photos in this newsletter.
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January’s Topics
We’ll cover a variety of topics this month:

1/2 New Year’s Resolutions
1/9 12-Year-Old Jesus in the Temple
1/16 Baptism of Jesus
1/23 Jesus in the Desert
1/30 Jesus at the Wedding Feast

Be sure to ask you kids about these stories and see the crafts they’ll be making each week.

December 2010

Pastor’s Notes

Hello!

The Holiday Season is upon us! I by the sounds of things from the kids, Thanksgiving was filled with great food and family gatherings.

As we look toward Christmas we have many things going on to help celebrate Jesus’ birth. Naturally, throughout this season we’ll be learning the nativity story during Kids’ Church. This includes special crafts and opportunities to thank others for what they’ve done for us in 2010.

In addition, we have events for the whole family. Details about the Arundel Singers Christmas Concert on December 12 and the Christmas Eve Service on December 24 are featured in this newsletter.

I would also invite you to join you kids at 3:00 p.m. Sunday, December 19, for the Kids’ Church Christmas Celebration. It’s a great way to celebrate the season together.

My prayer for you and your family is continued blessings in this season and throughout the new near. Thank you for letting us share in the lives of your family.

In Christ,

Pastor Jeff Anderson
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December’s Topics

We’ll cover a variety of topics this month:

12/5 The Christmas Story
11/12 The Toy that Saved Christmas
11/19 Kids’ Church Christmas Celebration
11/26 Christmas Thank You Cards

Be sure to ask you kids about these stories and see the crafts they’ll be making each week.
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Christmas Concert

The Arundel Singers, a local choir, will hold its Christmas Concert at The Power House on Sunday, December 12, at 6:00 p.m. Come share in the sounds of the season! Admission is free!
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Christmas Eve

There’s no better way to start your family’s Christmas than coming to the Christmas Eve Service together. We’ll begin at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, December 24, and spend about an hour together listening to the Christmas Story and sharing in Christmas carols together. Come start a new tradition in your family’s celebration!
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Peace Pavilion

Have you heard about the Pigtown Peace Pavilion? If your child is in grades 1, 3, or 5 at School 34 be sure to ask them about their experience there

November 2010

Pastor’s Notes

Hello!

What a busy fall it’s been so far! Can you believe that it’s nearly time for the first report cards already?

November brings the launch of the Pigtown Peace Pavilion which is sponsored by The Power House. Kids in grades 1, 3, and 5 in some of our local elementary schools will be taking part in those activities during the school day. Please ask your children about their experiences there.

With Thanksgiving upon us, I would like to thank YOU for allowing The Power House to be a part of your child’s life. May they receive as many blessings as they bring to us.

In Christ,

Pastor Jeff Anderson
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Tooth Care

Thank You to the University of Maryland School of Nursing for providing us with toothbrushes and toothpaste to hand out with the candy at Halloween. Let’s return the blessing to them with happy, healthy smiles each time we see them in our neighborhood.
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November’s Topics

We’ll cover a variety of topics this month:

11/7 Review Day
11/14 Fruit of the Spirit
11/21 Thanksgiving
11/28 The Christmas Story

Be sure to ask you kids about these stories and see the crafts they’ll be making each week.
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Help Us Help You

Did you know that you can receive Kids’ Church News in a variety of formats? Along with the print version, we can deliver it to you electronically through Facebook, via email, or through our blog. If you would prefer to receive this information electronically, please let us know at powerhousemd@juno.com or through Facebook (search “The Power House Community of Christ”).
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Christmas Events

You’ll want to mark your calendars for some of the upcoming Christmas events at The Power House:

12/12 Arundel Singers Concert @ 6:00 p.m.
12/19 Kids’ Church Christmas Celebration (for
the whole family) @ 3:00 p.m.
12/24 Christmas Eve Service @ 7:30 p.m.

Let’s celebrate Jesus’ Birthday together!

October 2010

Pastor’s Notes

Hello!

With the school year now in full swing I hope your child is finding new success in school this year. We’ve got new things happening at Kids’ Church this fall, too.

Throughout the fall we have guests coming in to help make kids’ church special. The Brians will be returning to teach lessons and bring in new crafts about once each month this fall. The Paulsons will be visiting and bringing crafts, too. Be sure to ask your child about these special events.

You’ll also want to bring the whole family to the Homecoming Celebration on Sunday, October 10. You can find more information about it in this newsletter.

It continues to be an honor to work with your children. Thank you for making sure they are able to participate in Kids’ Church.

In Christ,

Pastor Jeff Anderson
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Save the Date

Christmas Celebration!
Sunday, December 19, 3:00 p.m.
Mark your calendars today!
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October’s Topics

We’ll cover a variety of topics this month:

10/3 Rebuilding the Temple
10/10 Remembering God’s Laws
10/17 Nehemiah
10/24 Nehemiah
10/31 Fear and Courage

Be sure to ask you kids about these stories and see the crafts they’ll be making each week.
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Homecoming

Bring the whole family to church on Sunday, October 10, for our Homecoming celebration. The schedule for activities that day is:

-9:30 a.m. Lite Breakfast
-11:00 a.m. Worship Service
-12:00 p.m. “Game Day” Lunch

These activities are for the whole family so come home to the church on October 10. See you there!
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Helpful Web Sites

You can keep track of activities at the Power House via the internet. Below are some sites you may find useful:

www.pigtownchurch.org
www.kidschurchnews.blogspot.com
www.pizzachurchpress.blogspot.com

September 2010

Pastor’s Notes

Hello!

With a touch of fall in the air it’s time to go back to school. I hope this school year goes well for you and your child.

As we get into fall’s routine, please be sure to make church a part of your schedule. Along with making sure your child is at Kids’ Church, please consider bringing the whole family to Morning Worship each Sunday. We meet for about an hour starting at 11:00 a.m.

We’ll also be having special events throughout the fall. Please watch for more information about them in this newsletter and at the church’s web site (www.pigtownchurch.org).

Thank you for continuing to trust us in helping with the spiritual development of your child. We consider it an honor.

In Christ,

Pastor Jeff Anderson
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Pigtown Festival

The annual Pigtown Festival is on Saturday, September 11 on Washington Blvd. The Power House will have a booth there so be sure to come by and say hello!
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August Topics

We’ll cover a variety of topics this month:

9/5 1 Chronicles
9/12 2 Chronicles
9/19 Ezra
9/26 Rebuilding the Temple

Be sure to ask you kids about these stories and see the crafts they’ll be making each week.
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B’more Peaceful

Later this fall, the Pigtown Peace Pavilion will be opening inside The Power House. In it, kids will be able to learn peacemaking skill. We’re working with two neighborhood schools (Southwest Baltimore Charter School and Charles Carroll Barrister #34) to bring kids through this interactive program.

You can follow the development of this new opportunity in our neighborhood on the web at

http://pigtownpeacepavilion.blogspot.com/

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School Supplies

Thank you to everyone who helped make this year’s school supply distribution a great success. Donations came in from as far away as Missouri and Michigan! Your contributions of school supplies, money, and time helped lots of kids the materials they needed to start the school year right.

August 2010

Pastor’s Notes

Hello!

I trust that time has been flying by this summer. It’s hard to think that in just a few short weeks school will start again!

Between now and the start of school you’ll want to be sure your kids participate in some of the great activities this month at the church. Bible School is August 10 – 13 and our annual school supply distribution is Sunday, August 29. More information about each of these events is in this newsletter.

We’re also excited to welcome friends from Britain to The Power House this month. They’ll be working at all of our activities so stop by and say hello!

I want to thank you again for your continued trust in helping with your child’s spiritual development. It is an honor and a privilege to serve in this way.

In Christ,

Pastor Jeff Anderson
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On the WWW

You can visit The Power House on line at
www.pigtownchurch.org

You can also view this newsletter each month at
www.kidschurchnews.blogspot.com
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August Topics

We’ll cover a variety of topics this month:

8/1 Books of the Bible Review
8/8 Evangelism
8/15 1 Chronicles
8/22 2 Chronicles
8/29 School Supply Distribution

Be sure to ask you kids about these stories and see the crafts they’ll be making each week.
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Bible School!
C
ome join the FUN at Bible School this summer! Bible School will meet Tuesday, August 10 – Friday, August 13, from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 noon. We’ll have music, crafts, games, snacks, and much, much more. Bible school activities are for kids age 4 – grade 5. Bring your friends and neighbors! We’ll see you there.
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School Supplies

Once again this year we’ll be distributing free school supplies at the church. We will begin handing out the supplies at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 29. Each child must be present and sign in to receive their supplies. Parents will not be able to get a bag of supplies for children who are not present. The doors will remain open until we run out of supplies, but they often go fast so you’ll want to come early.

If you would like to donate supplies, please drop them off at the church any time this month. This is your chance to help make sure every child can start school this month ready to learn.

July 2010

Pastor’s Notes

Hello!

I hope you’ve been able to keep cool amid this unusually warm start to the summer. As we move through this season we have many things to help you and your kids keep their cool.

Of course, throughout the summer we continue with our weekly Kids’ Church activities. We’re looking forward to working with the kids throughout the summer.

As you know, Kids’ Church is for kids age 4 through grade 8. As you see kids out and about this summer please remind them to come in, cool off, and have some fun each Sunday afternoon at 3:00.

Be sure, too, to mark your calendars for Bible School this August 10 – 13. In this envelope is a postcard for you to post on your refrigerator or pass on to friend.

Finally, you can now receive this newsletter via the internet. You can find copies of these articles at kidschurchnews.blogspot.com.

Thank you for your continued trust in helping with your child’s spiritual development.

In Christ,

Pastor Jeff Anderson
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June Topics
July’s topics come from the books of 2 Kings and also cover some holidays:

7/4 Independence Day
7/11 Elisha’s Miracles
7/18 Elisha Heals a Boy
7/25 Veggie Video Day

Be sure to ask you kids about these stories and see the crafts they’ll be making each week.
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Bible School!
Come join the FUN at Bible School this summer! Bible School will meet Tuesday, August 10 – Friday, August 13, from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 noon. We’ll have music, crafts, games, snacks, and much, much more. Bible school activities are for kids age 4 – grade 5. We’ll see you there!
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British Visitors
This August, The Power House will host some visitors from Britain. They are volunteers through World Service Corps and will be working at all our events and activities. Be sure to look for them and welcome them to the United States!
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School Supplies
Once again this year we’ll be distributing free school supplies the Sunday afternoon before school starts. If you would like to donate supplies to the church please drop them off any time between now and then.

June 2010

Pastor’s Notes

Hello!

Summer is upon us! I hope you’re getting a chance to enjoy some time outdoors with your child.

We’ve been busy getting ready for summer activities at The Power House. Summer Camp is coming up July 5-10. Since camp does not go over a Sunday it won’t interrupt our regular Kids’ Church schedule at all.

August will bring Bible School for kids age 4 – grade 5. We’ve got some exciting things planned for the kids so mark your calendars and invite all you kids’ friends, too.

Further, we’ll be hosting some guest ministers this August. Two ministers from Great Britain will be living in Pigtown and working with the Power House. We look forward to their arrival and help.

We continue to be honored by your trust in us as we help with your child’s spiritual development. Thank you for your continued support.

In Christ,

Pastor Jeff Anderson
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June Topics

June’s topics come from the books of 1 Kings and 2 Kings. We’ll also celebrate Fathers Day:

6/6 Solomon’s Temple
6/13 Elijah and the Prophets of Baal
6/20 Fathers Day
6/27 Elijah taken to Heaven

Be sure to ask you kids about these stories and see the crafts they’ll be making each week.
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SonRisers

SonRisers will continue each Wednesday morning through June 16 then will stop for the summer.
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Bible School!

Come join the FUN at Bible School this summer! Bible School will meet Tuesday, August 10 – Friday, August 13, from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 noon. We’ll have music, crafts, games, snacks, and much, much more. Bible school activities are for kids age 4 – grade 5. We’ll see you there!
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Grade Changes

Do you have a child that’s entering 4th grade next fall? If so, they can begin participating in Pizza Church starting in July. Pizza Church for 4th & 5th grade students meets each Friday at 6:00 p.m. at The Power House.

May 2010

Pastor’s Notes

Hello!

As the weather gets warmer we welcome spring and look forward to summer. We’ve begun working on plans for summer activities at the Power House, too.

For kids who have completed at least 3rd grade and have earned enough participation credits, summer camp in Virginia is Monday, July 5 through Saturday, July 10. Participation credits are earned by attending activities at The Power House throughout the year.

For those age 4 through grade 5, Bible School is 10 a.m. – noon August 10-13 at The Power House. Be sure to mark this on your calendar and start inviting friends.

Of course, Kids’ Church continues throughout the summer. We’ll plan on seeing your kids throughout the season.

Thank you for your continued trust and support. It is an honor to be able to assist in the spiritual development of your child.

In Christ,

Pastor Jeff Anderson
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Free Concert
The Arundel Singers
Sunday, May 2, 6:00 p.m.
at The Power House
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May Topics

May’s topics include the book of 2 Samuel and two holidays celebrated this month:

5/2 David becomes King
5/9 Mothers Day
5/16 The Arc of the Covenant
5/23 Pentecost
5/30 David and Bathsheba

Be sure to ask you kids about these stories and see the crafts they’ll be making each week.
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SonRisers

SonRisers will continue each Wednesday morning through June 16 then will stop for the summer.
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Welcome to the Brians

Bill and Wendy Brian are Community of Christ Missionaries from the Philadelphia area. They have committed to coming to The Power House about once a month to work with the kids in Pigtown. Be sure to look for them and welcome them when they’re here.
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Grade Changes

Do you have a child that’s entering 4th grade next fall? If so, they can begin participating in Pizza Church starting in July. Pizza Church for 4th & 5th grade students meets each Friday at 6:00 p.m. at The Power House.

April 2010

Pastor’s Notes

Hello!

I trust you’re enjoying the warmer and sunny weather we’ve been having these past few days. Spring is finally here!

This spring we have many activities you’ll want to have the whole family share together.

First, Easter is Sunday, April 4. On the afternoon of Sunday, April 11, the City Health Department will offer free H1N1 flu shots at the church. Finally, at the end of the month we’ll be celebrating the church’s anniversary with a free festival on Saturday, April 24.

More details about each of these events are listed in this newsletter and/or on enclosed fliers. Please be sure mark your calendars so you don’t miss out on any of these events.

Thank you again for letting all of us at The Power House be a part of your kids’ lives. It is an honor to serve your family in this way.

In Christ,

Pastor Jeff Anderson
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Easter Schedule
11:00 a.m. – Noon Morning Worship
3:00 – 3:45 p.m. Kids’ Church
Please join us for this celebration!
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April Topics
We start April with the celebration of Easter and end the month with a celebration of The Power House’s 15th anniversary in Pigtown:

4/4 Easter
4/11 David and Goliath
4/18 1 Samuel
4/25 Church Anniversary

Be sure to ask you kids about these stories and see the crafts they’ll be making each week.
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Anniversary Festival
Don’t miss out! We’re having a FREE neighborhood festival to help celebrate the church’s 15th birthday. From 12 Noon – 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 24, come to the church for hot dogs, games, a moon bounce, and much, much more. It’s all FREE as our way of saying “thank you” for letting The Power House be a part of this community. See the enclosed flier for additional information.
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H1N1 Flu Shots
The Baltimore City Health Department will be at The Power House on Sunday, April 11, from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. offering FREE H1N1 Flu Shots. These are available for adults and for children if accompanied by a parent. Stay healthy with this free shot provided by the City.
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Free Concert
The Arundel Singers
Sunday, May 2, 6:00 p.m.
at The Power House

March 2010

Pastor’s Notes

Hello!

I hope you were able to dig out of the snow and that life is returning to normal for you. It’s been quite a winter.

Because of the snow we rearranged some of the lessons in February. You may notice that some of the topics listed this month are the same as those listed last month. This is because of the series of storms.

Please be sure to note that during Kids’ Church time on Sunday, March 7, is the annual Community Health Fair run by the University of Maryland School of Nursing. This event is FREE and for the whole family. What a great opportunity to receive free health screenings and advice from health care professionals.

By the end of March we’ll be beginning our Holy Week services in preparation for Easter. Please mark April 4 on your calendar and plan on celebrating Jesus’ Resurrection with us that day.

In Christ,

Pastor Jeff Anderson
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March Topics

In March we’ll be learning from the Bible books of Ruth and 1 Samuel. We’ll also learn the story and meaning of Palm Sunday:

3/7 Community Health Fair
3/14 Ruth (Part 2)
3/21 1 Samuel/Saul
3/28 Palm Sunday

Be sure to ask you kids about these stories and see the crafts they’ll be making each week.
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Health Fair

Don’t miss out! A FREE health fair is scheduled for Sunday, March 7, from 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. at The Power House. This is a great event for all ages. See the enclosed flier for more information.
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Easter

Easter is just a month away. Please bring the whole family and be a part of the Easter Morning Celebration Service on Sunday, April 4, from 11:00 a.m. – Noon. We’ll also be doing Easter activities during Kids’ Church at 3:00 p.m. that day.
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Looking Ahead

The dates for Summer Camp 2010 are Monday, July 5 through Saturday, July 10.

February 2010

Pastor’s Notes

Hello!

This year is off to a great start at Kids’ Church. Thank you for letting your kids be a part of what is happening.

I want to extend a special thanks, too, to those of you who have helped your kids bring friends to church with them. We’ve seen a lot of new faces this month and look forward to a growing participation in kids’ activities.

We have many special events for the whole family in the upcoming months. You’ll note information about the “Big Game” party and the Health Fair in the next column. Be watching in future issues for information about Easter activities, the church’s 15th anniversary celebration, and summer youth camp. You won’t want to miss out on any of these events.

Thank you again for trusting us in helping you with your child’s spiritual development. It is truly an honor and a privilege to serve your family in this way.

In Christ,

Pastor Jeff Anderson
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February Topics

In February we’ll be learning from the Bible books of Judges, Ruth, and 1 Samuel. The people we will be learning about each week are:

2/7 Sampson
2/14 Ruth (Part 1)
2/21 Ruth (Part 2)
2/28 King Saul

Be sure to ask you kids about these stories and see the crafts they’ll be making each week.
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Big Game Party

Football’s biggest game is on Sunday, February 7, at 6:00 p.m. Once again this year, The Power House will be providing a “family friendly” atmosphere for the event. Come see the Big Game projected on the wall inside the church. The screen size will be nearly 20 feet tall! We’ll have snacks for sale at very reasonable prices with all monies going to help send kids to camp next summer. Children must be accompanied by an adult for this event so bring the whole family and enjoy the game together!
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Health Fair

Mark your calendars! The Power House will host the University of Maryland School of Nursing Community Health Fair on Sunday, March 7. This event is for the whole family and will be from 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. We’ll have screenings, health information, and activities for all ages. Don’t miss out on this!

January 2010

Pastor’s Notes

Hello!

Happy New Year! As we reflect on 2009 we see so many changes that have taken place.

The kids at church have grown. They’ve gotten physically bigger and more mature. They’ve grown in their understanding of and relationship with God. They’ve also brought friends to church which has helped the group grow as well.

As we look to 2010 so many new things await us. Summer camp is coming for some of the older kids while Bible School will be for the younger ones. We’ll have a variety of activities throughout the year to help celebrate what God is doing.

This is the time of year when people make commitments. I want to thank you for your and your child’s commitment to growth at Kids’ Church during 2009 and hope that you will extend that commitment through 2010.

May 2010 bring blessings to you and your families.

In Christ,

Pastor Jeff Anderson
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January Topics

With the New Year comes a new section of the Bible for study at Kids’ Church:

1/2 Joshua at Jericho
1/10 Crossing the Jordan River
1/17 A Land of Milk and Honey
1/24 Deborah
1/31 Gideon

Be sure to ask you kids about these stories and see the crafts they’ll be making each week.
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Did You Know?????

Did you know that 2010 marks 15 years that The Power House has been in Pigtown? We’ve been having Kids’ Church since the beginning when we were on the corner of Sargeant and Carey streets. Look for a celebration of our anniversary in April.
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Big Game Party

Football’s biggest game is on Sunday, February 7, at 6:00 p.m. Once again this year, The Power House will be providing a “family friendly” atmosphere for the event. Come see the Big Game projected on the wall inside the church. The screen size will be nearly 20 feet tall! We’ll have snacks for sale at very reasonable prices with all monies going to help send kids to camp next summer. Children must be accompanied by an adult for this event so bring the whole family and enjoy the game together!

December 2009

Pastor’s Notes

Hello!

Christmas is almost here! What a great time to celebrate the birth of Jesus with family and friends.

My hope for you and your children is that you will be able to deepen your relationships with Jesus Christ and with one another through the season.

As we look to the New Year, may it be filled with Joy, Hope, Love, and Peace you watch your children grow more fully into the people God created them to be.

May the blessings of the season be yours.

In Christ,

Pastor Jeff Anderson

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Baptisms and Confirmations

Two Kids’ Church participants, Onalee and Josh, will be baptized and confirmed on Sunday, December 6, at 11:00 a.m. Please come to The Power House that morning to celebrate with them.
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December Topics

With the Christmas season upon us we’ll be spending our Kids’ Church time learning about and celebrating Jesus’ birth:

12/6 The Christmas Story
12/13 Kids’ Church Christmas Celebration
12/20 The Meaning of Christmas
12/27 Joshua at Jericho

Be sure to ask you kids about these stories and see the crafts they’ll be making each week.
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We have several events happening at The Power House this December for the WHOLE FAMILY to enjoy together.

On Sunday, December 6, The Arundel Singers will have their annual Christmas Concert at The Power House at 6:00 p.m. Come and enjoy the sounds of the season!

Our annual Kids’ Church Christmas Celebration is Sunday, December 13, at 3:00 p.m. Bring the whole family for Christmas cookie decorating, crafts, coloring, games, and much, much more.

Christmas Eve is Thursday, December 24. That evening we’ll have our annual Christmas Eve Service at 7:30 p.m. During this service we’ll read the Christmas story from the Bible and share in traditional Christmas carols together.

At this time of year when things tend to get hectic, take a break and come over to the church to celebrate for these special events

November 2009

Pastor’s Notes

Hello!

Thank you for having your children participate in Kids’ Church at The Power House. My hope is that they both enjoy their time at the church and leave having learned something that will help them throughout their lives.

Many kids have come to Kids’ Church for the first time in the past few weeks. This has been great! Please continue to encourage your kids to bring their friends and neighbors with them. All kids age 4 through grade 8 are welcome.

In addition, many kids have been faithful in their attendance throughout the fall. Thank you for reminding them and making sure they get to church on time each week.

As Thanksgiving nears, please know that we are thankful for each of your children and hope that we can be a blessing to them and the entire family.

In Christ,

Pastor Jeff Anderson

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November Topics

We’ll be covering a lot of different topics during Kids’ Church this month. We’ll start the month by learning about the Old Testament books of Numbers and Deuteronomy. We’ll have a lesson on Thankfulness before Thanksgiving then begin learning the Christmas story. This month’s weekly lessons are:

11/1 Manna
11/8 Joshua & Caleb
11/15 Reviewing this fall’s lessons
11/22 Thankfulness
11/29 The Christmas Story

Be sure to ask you kids about these stories and see the crafts they’ll be making each week.
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Kids’ Church Christmas Celebration!

Mark your calendars! Our annual Kids’ Church Christmas Celebration is Sunday, December 13, at 3:00 p.m. Bring the whole family for Christmas cookie decorating, crafts, coloring, games, and much, much more. See you there!
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Have you heard the kids talking about a boy named Innocent? Innocent lives in Tanzania, Africa. Each week at Kids’ Church the kids have a chance to donate their change to help with his sponsorship. The money buys him clothes, food, and clean water. It also pays the fees he needs to go to school. We get letters from Innocent and pictures of him a couple of times each year. Our kids are making the world a better place one person at a time!

October 2009

Pastor’s Notes

Hello!

We’ve had a great start to the fall at Kids’ Church. Those who have been coming have learned several stories from the book of Genesis. As your kids have brought home crafts I hope they’ve been able to share the stories with you.

Thank you for making sure that your kids have been able to come to church this past month. Please continue to encourage your children to participate regularly in the activities of the church. Building these habits now will help them throughout their lives.

In Christ,

Pastor Jeff Anderson
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October Topics

We’ll finish up the book of Genesis then study Exodus and prepare for Leviticus during the month of October. This month the kids will learn about:

9/4 Joseph
9/11 Baby Moses
9/18 The Parting of the Red Sea
9/25 The 10 Commandments

Be sure to ask you kids about these stories and see the crafts they’ll be making each week.
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Homecoming Celebration!

Parents! Come be a part of the Homecoming Celebration on Sunday, October 11. We’ll have a chance to eat, visit, and worship together that morning. See the enclosed orange postcard for further information. We’ll see you there!
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Ms. Jenn Moves

Ms. Jenn has been a part of Kids’ Church since she moved to Pigtown over 6 years ago. She now decided that it was time to move back to be near her family in Michigan. September 20 was her last Sunday at The Power House. We thank you, Ms. Jenn, for all you’ve done over the years and wish you well in your new home.

September 2009

Pastor’s Notes

Hello!

On behalf of everyone at The Power House I would like to thank you for letting your kids participate in Kids’ Church on Sunday afternoons. It is an honor that you trust us with a portion of their spiritual development.

As we continue through the year please be sure to continue to remind your kids of the activities each week that they may grow in their knowledge of God’s love for them and his work in the world.

Again, THANK YOU for this honor and keep up the good work.

In Christ,

Pastor Jeff Anderson
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September Topics

We’ll be learning about the book of Genesis during the month of September. As you know, Genesis is the first book of the Bible. This month the kids will learn about:

9/6 The story of Creation
9/13 Mankind’s fall into Sin
9/20 The story of Noah
9/27 The promise given to Abraham

Be sure to ask you kids about these stories and see the crafts they’ll be making each week.
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Mark your Calendars!

Sunday, October 11, is Homecoming Day at The Power House. We’ll be celebrating at our service from 11:00 a.m. – Noon. Parents, if you are looking for a church home or want to know more about The Power House please join us that day to learn more.
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Fall Schedule

Enclosed with this newsletter is this fall’s schedule of activities at The Power House. Come join us for our weekly activities and our special events throughout the season.
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A special THANK YOU to everyone who participated in distributing school supplies on Sunday, August 30. Over 170 kids received supplies this year. Thank you for your hard work.

The Future

In the near future, this site will include the information in the monthly newsletter "Kids' Church News" featuring information about what's happening at 3:00 p.m. each Sunday at The Power House Community of Christ in Baltimore, Maryland.