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Anytime there is a 11am ZOOM call on the schedule, please use this link to access it if the above link button does not work:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85416609400 Meeting ID: 854 1660 9400 Call in +1646-558-8656 Church School @ HOME
Hello to my wonderful Grace Church School kids and families. I wish we could all be together but until that happens, I wanted to reach out to let you know that the Grace Church Family is here for YOUR family. Today and every day.
One of my favorite Mister Rogers’ quote is: “Anything that's human is mentionable, and anything that is mentionable can be more manageable. When we can talk about our feelings, they become less overwhelming, less upsetting and less scary.” One of the things I encourage all of us to do right now is continue to be kind, connect and talk with each other. No matter what! Since the teachers and I can't physically be there for you, we wanted to give you some lessons to learn and activities to do with your families each week. 
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Sunday, April 26th
Let's celebrate Earth Day!
We are asking all of our families to think about what they are doing and what they will do to make the Earth a better place during this time.
Saying no to plastic straws, plastic bags (and baggies!) all help save our planet.
Send Annie (AnnieHekker @me.com) pictures of how you are making this earth a better place!
We are asking all of our families to think about what they are doing and what they will do to make the Earth a better place during this time.
Saying no to plastic straws, plastic bags (and baggies!) all help save our planet.
Send Annie (AnnieHekker @me.com) pictures of how you are making this earth a better place!
No Lesson on
Sunday, April 19th
We hope everyone is staying healthy & connected during this time!
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Easter Sunday
Sunday, April 12th
We are going to have a special ZOOM call with Father Owen on Easter Sunday. Also, please check out the Easter egg hunt on this site from April 12th - April 18th. Email Annie when you have counted and found all the Easter eggs and win a prize!
Also check out these fun kids videos.
EASTER VIDEO
EASTER SONG VIDEO
Also check out these fun kids videos.
EASTER VIDEO
EASTER SONG VIDEO
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Palm Sunday
Sunday, April 5th
Hi everyone!
We are all sad that we won't be together for Palm Sunday but we wanted to do something special with all of the Church School Kids. We are hosting our 1st Grace Church School Zoom gathering this Sunday, April 5th at 11am.
We will be talking about the meaning of Palm Sunday, will sing a song and we will also play a fun interactive game (you won't want to miss it!).
So grab everyone in the family and JOIN US on Sunday at 11am.
If you haven't already, please download ZOOM today.
Below is a button that links to the call but in case you have a problem with it, here are the details
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/482400267?pwd=S1V3NVV4YkJib2xrNTd2VW0yTGFDdz09
Meeting ID: 482 400 267 Password: 808396
We are all sad that we won't be together for Palm Sunday but we wanted to do something special with all of the Church School Kids. We are hosting our 1st Grace Church School Zoom gathering this Sunday, April 5th at 11am.
We will be talking about the meaning of Palm Sunday, will sing a song and we will also play a fun interactive game (you won't want to miss it!).
So grab everyone in the family and JOIN US on Sunday at 11am.
If you haven't already, please download ZOOM today.
Below is a button that links to the call but in case you have a problem with it, here are the details
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/482400267?pwd=S1V3NVV4YkJib2xrNTd2VW0yTGFDdz09
Meeting ID: 482 400 267 Password: 808396
Decorate your front door for Palm Sunday
Also, since we are not going to be able to make palm crosses in person, we are asking that everyone decorates their door with items from home or their yard. Here some examples for inspiration.
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Lesson - March 29
This week's lesson is that:
God can give us the courage to face new things.
THE OBJECTIVE OF THIS LESSON IS:
Kids will learn that new things do not have to be scary.
MEMORY VERSE:
“When I am afraid, I put my trust in you.” - Psalm 56:3 (NIV)
Ask the kids what they think the writer was trying to say when he wrote these words. Then ask them how this verse is connected to today’s story.
SUMMARY:
New things can be scary; whether it’s not being in school and taking lessons at home, not being able to be with friends or just trying something you’ve never done before. But with God by our side and leading us, we don’t have to be afraid.
SIMPLE PRAYER:
Dear God,
Help us to trust you and remember you are with us so that we will not be afraid of new things.
In Jesus’ name, Amen
God can give us the courage to face new things.
THE OBJECTIVE OF THIS LESSON IS:
Kids will learn that new things do not have to be scary.
MEMORY VERSE:
“When I am afraid, I put my trust in you.” - Psalm 56:3 (NIV)
Ask the kids what they think the writer was trying to say when he wrote these words. Then ask them how this verse is connected to today’s story.
SUMMARY:
New things can be scary; whether it’s not being in school and taking lessons at home, not being able to be with friends or just trying something you’ve never done before. But with God by our side and leading us, we don’t have to be afraid.
SIMPLE PRAYER:
Dear God,
Help us to trust you and remember you are with us so that we will not be afraid of new things.
In Jesus’ name, Amen
Activity
FAMILY GAME TIME WITH LEGOS
RECYCLED LEGOS ITEMS NEEDED
INSTRUCTIONS:
Prior to the game, build two Lego buildings or other Lego structures. They can be identical or different, as long as they have the same number of pieces.
Give each contestant 3 minutes to turn their Lego building into something new - a vehicle, a car, a creature, anything - using the same number of Legos. Ask the contestants to secretly write down what their new creation is, then give family members who were not building a chance to try to guess what the new creation is.
VARIATION:
Feel free to alter the number of participants by providing more than two structures or choosing teams of two rather than individuals.
WHAT’S THE POINT?
New things can be scary, but God will help us to face new things and challenges...especially when we face them together.
RECYCLED LEGOS ITEMS NEEDED
INSTRUCTIONS:
Prior to the game, build two Lego buildings or other Lego structures. They can be identical or different, as long as they have the same number of pieces.
Give each contestant 3 minutes to turn their Lego building into something new - a vehicle, a car, a creature, anything - using the same number of Legos. Ask the contestants to secretly write down what their new creation is, then give family members who were not building a chance to try to guess what the new creation is.
VARIATION:
Feel free to alter the number of participants by providing more than two structures or choosing teams of two rather than individuals.
WHAT’S THE POINT?
New things can be scary, but God will help us to face new things and challenges...especially when we face them together.
Activity
This Sunday at 7pm, residents around town and the county are being asked to come outside and make some noise in support of the amazing first responders, healthcare workers, nurses and doctors who are working around the clock to take care of us and keep us safe.
Our family made a banner and put it on our fence to show our support of Nyack Hospital. If you can take the time and make a poster to support whoever you want to acknowledge, I am sure they will appreciate it. And remember to set your clocks to 7pm to get outside and make some noise!
Our family made a banner and put it on our fence to show our support of Nyack Hospital. If you can take the time and make a poster to support whoever you want to acknowledge, I am sure they will appreciate it. And remember to set your clocks to 7pm to get outside and make some noise!
