Well, it has been a while since I last "blogged". As a candidate for ordained ministry, one of my development plans is centered on "finding balance in my life" however, I have come to the conclusion that while working in family ministry, there is no balance to be found between October and January! I was blessed to take a few days off for Thanksgiving and go away with my family, but other than that, it has been go, go go......And that is dnagerous because we tend to forget the true meaning of this beautiful season of advent. I have made a promise to myself and to God that I will slow down these last few weeks before Christmas and truly enjoy the folks that I love and truly remember the reason for the season - the birth of of our savior Jesus Christ!
Let me give you a quick update on some ways you can slow down and celebrate with us over the next 10 days or so.......
1. Parents Day Out - Saturday December 17th from 9am-4pm - Drop off your kids to Christin and her crew who will bake cookies, make crafts, play outside, watch movies and have a yummy lunch with the kids. There is a suggested donation of $5.00 -$10 per child if you are able. Please email madeline at madeline@trinityjb.org to register.
2. Wednesday Night Worship - every Wednesday evening from 5:30pm - 7:45pm Kids in grades K-12 are invited to join us for dinner, worship and small group learning/fun.
3. High School PTF Volunteering at White Doves Toy Distribution on Tuesday December 20th from 2:15pm-5:15pm. -Meet at the church at 1:45pm and we will all ride over together.
4. Family Ministries Christmas Celebration - Friday December 23rd at 5pm at the parsonage (434 NE Acacia Place Jensen Beach, FL 34957)- This event requires an RSVP to madeline@trinityjb.org. Please bring an appetizer to share. Adults/ high school youth should bring a $5-$10 grab bag gift and children (elementary and middle school) will be given ($5 limit) a Secret Santa assignment. If your child is signed up but cannot attend PLEASE send the gift anyway so all children will have a gift to open!
5. Christmas Eve Services - 5:30pm/7pm/8:30pm - All are candlelight services - Our Kids Khoir will be singing at the 5:30pm service (please try to arrive by 5:00pm) for a sound check and quick rehearsal.
5. Christmas Day Service - 11am - There is one service offered on Christmas Day. The Children's Moment will be a "Blessing of the Toys". Please have your children bring ONE SPECIAL TOY/GIFT and Pastor Michael will offer a special blessing on that very special gift!
There is definitely something for everyone in the remainder of our advent schedule. Whatever you choose to do, I pray that you will take a deep breath, relax, pray and remember the true meaning of Christmas!
Blessings
-Madeline Baum
Director of Family Ministries
