Hello Parents! We believe you (parents) are the most significant influence in your kids' lives and are in the best position to help your kids know God. We also believe that we can uniquely equip and partner with you along the way as a kid’s ministry. With this in mind, this newsletter will highlight resources, events, and opportunities for us to partner together in raising the next generation.

December Series Description: Christmas is coming and Maisy the Mailbox has a message for the preschoolers. Whenever Maisy lights up, it means a new Christmas card has arrived. Each card invites the kids to become a part of the Biblical storytelling in wonderfully imaginative ways. Best of all, as the story unfolds, the preschoolers will become recipients of the greatest message ever—today in the town of David a Savior has been born; he is Christ the Lord.

Monthly Memory Verse: “Your Word is Truth.” John 17:17 & “Let Us Give Thanks to God for His Gift.” 2 Corinthians 9:15

Weekly Bible Story and Idea: 

Find the weekly videos and parent guides on our Preschool Resources Page.

December Series Description: Get ready to move and groove through the greatest story ever told! During “Get Reel,” kids will create motions and dance moves that help tell the Bible stories leading up to and through the birth of Jesus. When the story is finished, they’ll put their moves together and add music to make a “reel” (short video) of their routine. As they step, spin, and shake to the music, kids will discover the “reel” story of Christmas, and they’ll see how God’s plan of redemption unfolded, leading to the greatest gift of all — Jesus!

Key passages, verses, and questions for this month: Read the passages together as a family and ask the following questions. Also, take the time to watch the weekly lesson video (around 10 minutes) together as a family.

December 7: Isaiah and the Burning Coal

Big Idea: Jesus is the greatest gift ever, so we can remember and celebrate His birth during Christmas.

Bible Basis: Isaiah 53

Key Verse: “We all, like sheep, have gone astray, each of us has turned to our own way; and the LORD has laid on him the [sins] of us all.” Isaiah 53

Discussion Questions for Younger Kids: What was your favorite part of this story? 

How do you think the people will react when the prophets tell them to stop doing bad things? Why do you think that?

Discussion Questions for Older Kids: What does this story teach you about God?

How do you think the people will react when the prophets tell them to stop doing bad things? Why do you think that?

Watch the weekly lesson video together as a family.

December 14: An Angel Announces the Coming Birth

Big Idea: God blesses those who believe His promises.

Bible Basis: Luke 1:26-56; Matthew 1:18-25

Key Verse: “You are a woman God has blessed. You have believed that the Lord would keep his promises to you!” Luke 1:45

Discussion Questions for Younger Kids: What was your favorite part of this story? 

If you were Mary, would you have believed the angel? Why or why not?

Discussion Questions for Older Kids: If you were Mary, would you have believed the angel? Why or why not?

Elizabeth said that Mary had been blessed for believing. What do you think it means to be blessed?

Watch the weekly lesson video together as a family.

December 21: The Shepherds Proclaim: Jesus is Born

*There will be no Elementary or Preteen Programming due to the holiday weekend*

Big Idea: Jesus is God’s gift to the world, so we can share that gift with others.

Bible Basis: Luke 2:1-21

Key Verse: “After the shepherds had seen [Jesus], they told everyone. They reported what the angel had said about this child.” Luke 2:17

Discussion Questions for Younger Kids: What was your favorite part of this story? 

Why do you think the shepherds were so excited to tell others about Jesus?

Discussion Questions for Older Kids: What do you think this story teaches us about God?

If you were a shepherd, what would you have done when you saw baby Jesus for the first time?

Watch the weekly lesson video together as a family.

December 28: Simeon and Anna

*There will be no in-person services due to the holiday weekend. There will be an online service available to stream at 11 AM*

Big Idea: God is faithful to His people and He rewards those who are faithful to Him.

Bible Basis: Luke 2:22-40

Key Verse: "The LORD rewards everyone for doing what is right and being faithful. He handed you over to me today. But I wouldn’t harm you. You are the Lord’s anointed king." 1 Samuel 26:23

Discussion Questions for Younger Kids: What was your favorite part of this story? 

Why do you think Simeon and Anna were so excited to see baby Jesus? 

Discussion Questions for Older Kids: What do you think this story teaches us about God?

Simeon was very old when he finally saw Jesus. Do you think he ever wondered if God would stick to His promise? Why or why not?

Watch the weekly lesson video together as a family.

Find the weekly videos and parent guides on our Elementary Resources Page

December Series Theme: God With Us

December Monthly Verse: Luke 2:11

December 7th:

Big Idea: The Word Became Flesh

Bible Basis: John 1

December 14th: 

Big Idea: The Angel Visits Mary and Joseph

Bible Basis: Luke 1:26–38; Matthew 1:18–25

December 21st: NO PROGRAMMING

Enjoy the holidays with family and friends!

December 28th: NO IN-PERSON SERVICE

Enjoy the holidays with family and friends!

FG Kids Serving Need: Sign up to serve with Kids Ministry for a Sunday service! Join us to connect with amazing kids, be a positive influence, and serve the many families that will visit us throughout the year. Register here to sign up for a Sunday. 

We are in need of leaders for Thrive 9AM; Preschool Lower (18-24m and 2 years old) 9 & 11 AM; Preschool Upper 9 AM & 11 AM; K-3rd 11 AM; Preteen 9 AM & 11 AM. If you are interested in serving, please fill out the Serve Form. 

Parent Night Out - December 5: This event is offered for our Single Parents, Thrive and Foster families. While you enjoy a little time to yourself, your children will get to participate in Christmas themed games, crafts, and cookie decorating. If your children are too young for that much fun, we will also have volunteers on hand who thrive on cuddling infants and entertaining toddlers. The last day to register is December 1st! Register Here! If you have any questions, please contact Lisa at lromines@fellowshipgreenville.org 

No Elementary or Preteen Programming - December 21: There will be no elementary or preteen programming due to the holiday weekend. Enjoy worship with your family! 

No In-Person Services - December 28: Fellowship Greenville will be closed for the holidays and for our staff to get some rest before the new year.

Can you believe it? Christmas time is right around the corner!

This year, we want to invite you to participate in a Christmas celebration that you and your family will not want to miss! It’s called “Gingerbread Bash!”.

“What’s a Gingerbread Bash?” you ask.

It’s a gingerbread nativity building party designed for the whole family to do at home. In addition to building and decorating your own gingerbread nativity, you’ll get to play a game, sing songs, hear the Christmas story from the Bible, and discover that Jesus is the true STAR of our lives. 

Best of all — it’s SO easy! 

With minimal preparation, easy to follow instructions, and a video that leads you step-by-step through the entire experience, "Gingerbread Bash" is a truly unique way for your family to celebrate the birth of Jesus. 

You can access the video and other materials HERE, or you can copy and paste the following address into a web browser: https://www.gocurriculum.com/parent-portal-gingerbread-bash-24 

The password is: BETHLEHEM (all caps)

The next step is just for you and your family to have fun! 

Merry Christmas from the FG Kids Team!