(This post was written by Gina McClain, Director of Children’s Ministries) The past several weeks we’ve focused on the topic of Faith, believing in what we can’t see, because of what we can see. One of the best activities we’ve done in fpKIDS is to gather ‘Faith Stories’ from families just like yours. Here is [...]
(This post was written by Chuck Carringer, Pastor of Family Ministries) If you are a parent of more than one child you have likely thought or remarked about the difference of your kids. Children can have the same parents yet be so different. Different in personality, appearance, talents, preferences, etc. As parents we have to [...]
As a pastor working with students, I get the privilege of connecting with parents and hearing their challenges with their students. Quiet often I get to help them navigate through their challenges. There is always a tension that exists when I find myself in this situation. The tension is between listening to what they are [...]
Preschool: This week we continue to focus on the Basic Truth ‘God Loves Me’. And He demonstrates His love by teaching me. A Key Question to ask your Preschooler is, “Who will teach me?” We want kids to know that in all things ‘God Will Teach Me!’. It’s the lesson you’ve been waiting for!!! [...]
(This post was written by Michael Wallace, High School Pastor) Yellers. I love theme parks. Really, I do. Not in the “I WILL ride every roller coaster in this park 3 times before I leave” kind of way. I’m more of a “I would like to ride 2 coasters and eat as much overpriced food/drink [...]
Series: “Blockbusters” Focus: Pirates Of The Caribbean / Fight For The Heart Family Discussion: One of the biggest summer blockbuster series in history is the collection of “Pirates of the Caribbean” films. We tend to be drawn to the swashbuckling sword fights, witty lines and dangerous questing in the movies, but what always brings us [...]
(This post was written by Gina McClain, Director of Children’s Ministries) The past few weeks we’ve focused on the concept of Faith, trusting what you can’t see because of what you can see. We’ve challenged your elementary child to collect a ‘Faith Story’ by asking someone to share about an event in which they stepped [...]
(This post was written by Chuck Carringer, Pastor of Family Ministries) Recently my wife Emily and I had dinner with our friends Mike and Lisa Casalena. Mike and Lisa serve as marriage mentors at Faith Promise Church. During dinner Mike and Lisa shared with us their “story” and the impact of George and Bobbi, a [...]
(This post was written by Matt Grimes, Middle School Ministry Pastor) We live in a very fast paced society. At every turn in our lives we are faced with yet another activity and event that we are supposed to be a part of. The place where this really gets put on steroids is within the [...]
Preschool: This week we continue to focus on the Basic Truth ‘God Loves Me’. And He demonstrates His love by teaching me. A Key Question to ask your Preschooler is, “Who will teach me?” We want kids to know that in all things ‘God Will Teach Me!’. Your preschooler will build a mini-version of [...]
Series: “Blockbusters” Focus: Diary Of A Wimpy Kid / Courage Family Discussion: School can be a tough place to be, especially during the adolescent years. As a parent, think back to your time as a middle or high school student…would you want to relive that period of your life? Chances are you’d prefer not to! [...]
(This post was written by Michael Wallace, High School Pastor) I love my kids. Like children do, they bring a lot of joy to my life. Not that they are angels 100% of the time (far from it), but as their daddy I find myself smiling a lot at the way they see the world. [...]
(This post was written by Gina McClain, Director of Children’s Ministries) A few week ago Pastor Josh taught on the topic of Create a Rhythm. Creating a Rhythm is tapping into the power of quality moments together and building a sense of purpose through your everyday experiences. As parents, we all have some time with [...]
(This post was written by Chuck Carringer, Pastor of Family Ministries) Most families are extremely busy. This is certainly true for the Carringer family. While many of the activities that contribute to this busyness are “good,” it is still important that each family regularly check their weekly schedule. All families have crazy weeks, even short [...]
(This post was written by Matt Grimes, Middle School Ministry Pastor) Today marks a huge milestone in our daughter Elins life. She is one month old and to celebrate we are having her newborn pictures taken today. Newborn pictures are important. They capture the memories of this stage in our daughters life. From here forward [...]
Preschool: This week we continue to focus on the Basic Truth ‘God Loves Me’. And He demonstrates His love by teaching me. A Key Question to ask your Preschooler is, “Who will teach me?” We want kids to know that in all things ‘God Will Teach Me!’. An integral component of teaching comes from [...]
This post was written by Kandice Baker, Elementary Program Coordinator for fpKids Whitney….. Michael…. Alex…… and Ben….. These are the names that belong in our family’s faith story. Four incredible kids. Four blessings from God. Four kids that the doctors said may never happen. But we know God can do all things…..even cause babies to [...]
(This post was written by Michael Wallace, High School Pastor) Most of our lives are lived in the context of stereotypes. Without an intentional effort, we can easily become consumed with creating an identity for ourselves based on our circumstances. It could be a promotion, a relationship, your seat at the lunch table, a financial [...]
Series: “Blockbusters” Focus: Despicable Me / Stereotypes Family Discussion: Over the next few weeks fpStudents will be launching into the summer with a massive series called “Blockbusters” where we will screen popular and recent movies and then use them as creative elements in communicating God’s Truth to students. This week we are viewing the [...]
(This post was written by Gina McClain, Director of Children’s Ministries) This month we are focusing our Elementary kids on the concept of Faith. Trusting in what you can’t see because of what you can see. That’s simple definition for one of the hardest things to maintain in life… faith. There are so many times [...]
Preschool: This past week in Preschool we focus on the Basic Truth that God Loves Me! And He loves me enough to teach me. A Key Question to ask your Preschooler is, “Who will teach me?” We want kids to know, “God Will Teach Me”. Our focus is in Exodus 20 where God taught [...]
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