“Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength. These commandments that I give you today are to be on your hearts. Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up.” Deuteronomy 6:5-7
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Upcoming Events
Annual Christmas Tree Lighting // November 30th, 5pm
You’re invited to kick off the Christmas season with the annual Tree Lighting celebration! Come and enjoy live music, warm drinks, tasty treats, and fun for all. Friends and neighbors are welcome!
3rd-5th Grade Christmas Party // December 4th, 4-6pm
3rd–5th Graders are invited to celebrate the season together at our Christmas Party! We will enjoy Christmas treats, pizza, games, and a festive movie. There will also be a fun mug exchange—just bring a wrapped mug to take part.
Please register below to let us know you’re coming!
Opportunities to Serve
Sunday Mornings // monthly
Looking for a place to serve? Join us in making a lasting impact in our kids ministry! Our classrooms are where young hearts grow in faith, and you have the chance to be a part of that incredible journey. Whether you’re leading, helping with activities, or simply offering a helping hand, your presence will make a difference. And the best part? It’s just one Sunday a month. Together, we can encourage the next generation in their walks with Jesus!
If you are interested in serving or would like more information, please click here.
November Update
A Note from the Preschool Coordinator
Hey, Calvary Kids families!
“I will give thanks to the Lord with my whole heart.” -Psalm 111:1, ESV
When life feels busy or overwhelming, it can be hard to focus on thankfulness. In the middle of the whirlwind of schedules, responsibilities, and noise, gratitude can easily get pushed aside and forgotten.
This month in preschool, we’re helping our kids turn their hearts toward giving thanks to God. We’re learning that the world around us is filled with many reasons to give thanks: the people who love us, the food we eat, the toys we play with, and the beauty we see each day.
With Thanksgiving around the corner, this is a very practical opportunity to practice gratitude together. I encourage you to find moments with your kids to notice God’s goodness and thank Him for the people, experiences, and simple joys that surround you.
I’m praying that as you move through this season, it will be a reminder to notice the small, everyday blessings God has placed around us. I am so grateful to walk alongside you and celebrate His goodness together.
Blessings,
Amy Dresden
Preschool Coordinator
What We’re Learning this Month in Calvary Kids
Preschool-Kindergarten //
Key Question: Who can thank God for everything?
Bottom Line: I can thank God for everything.
Memory Verse: “I will give thanks to the LORD with
my whole heart.” Psalm 111:1 (ESV)
Elementary //
Theme: Confidence— God can do the impossible
Memory Verse: : “Those who trust in the LORD will receive new strength. They will fly as high as eagles. They will run and not get tired. They will walk and not grow weak.” Isaiah 40:31 (NIrV)
Calvary Kids Stamp Card //
To encourage Calvary Kids to embody the core values of “Respect God, Respect Others, Respect Yourself,” we are excited to introduce the Calvary Kids Stamp Card! When a leader observes your child demonstrating respectful behavior towards God, others, or themselves, or when they actively participate, they will receive a stamp on their card. At pick-up, students can turn in their card to earn up to two prizes from our prize box!
Calvary Kids Milestones
Our Family Ministries have identified 6 major milestones for our church community where we can celebrate important life transitions and equip families by encouraging discussions around the challenges of raising a family in faith. Below are 4 milestones dedicated to our Calvary Kids:
Child Dedication:
God has uniquely prepared you to raise your child in faith. Children under age 5.
Preschool Milestone:
Laying the foundations for a lifetime of faith. Children 3 years old - TK.
Kindergarten Milestone:
Weaving faith into daily routines as we celebrate entering elementary school. Fall of your child’s Kindergarten year.
5th Grade Milestone:
Reminding students that God has uniquely created them and designed a place for them in His church. Spring of 5th grade year.
To learn about our Student Milestones, click here.
Ministry Staff
Amy Dresden
Preschool Coordinator
adresden@calvarylg.com
ANGELA PERRY
ELEMENTARY DIRECTOR
APERRY@calvarylg.com
Cori Reed
Family Ministries Pastor
creed@calvarylg.com
We’d Love to Connect
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Text Updates //
Nursery-Kindergarten: Text @nursery-ks to 81010
1st and 2nd grade: Text @1-2calvary to 81010
3rd and 4th grade: Text @3-4calvary to 81010
5th grade: Text @5thcalvary to 81010
Monthly Email Parent Updates //
