Tuesday, August 31, 2010

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.

Saturday, July 31, 2010

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.

Wednesday, June 30, 2010

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.

Thursday, June 24, 2010

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.