SPARKS ~ Saint Paul's Absolutely Rockin' Kids Stuff
SPARKS Wednesdays is a Christian fellowship group for children Kindergarten through 5th grade. We meet Wednesday afternoons beginning September 5 through mid-May. Parents carpool to transport children from school. If there is a large group of kids coming from one school, a church van pick-up will be arranged.
REHEARSALS HAVE BEGUN FOR SPARKS CHRISTMAS MUSICAL
We have added Sunday morning rehearsals during the 11:00am hour in addition to our regularly scheduled Wednesday afternoon rehearsals.
Our Program
Kids will have a great time playing with friends every Wednesday. Due to varying dismissal times at our schools, the Arrival time is between 2:30 and 3:45. Snacks will be given as the kids enjoy free time. At 3:45, our Gathering will start with a Bible lesson using drama, followed by a time to break into smaller groups for Choir & Chimes rotating with Crafts & Mission Projects. Pickup is at 5:30.
Musical Opportunities
Our SPARKS choir, directed by Cindy Stockstill, will provide fun opportunities to prepare us for Sunday Morning Worship services, along with the special Christmas and Spring Musical productions.
Our Chimes Choir, taught by Karen Kline, will be open to 3rd - 5th graders. The children will be taught the art of ringing chimes, with the possibility of learning to ring English Handbells. To be a part of this group, a commitment needs to be made to attend Wednesday rehearsals and Sunday’s worship when the group performs in church.
All Choirs will perform periodically in Sunday Morning Worship, as well as other opportunities in our community. Musical Productions and Christmas caroling will be a highlight for all!
Pictures of SPARKS Chimes & Choir in church on Sunday, November 18.
Crafts and Mission Projects
Our projects area will be developed by Peggy Benton and relate to our Bible lesson of the week.
End of the Day
Kids will be signed out by the parent at 5:30. Kids not signed out by 5:35 will be taken into Sanders Hall to wait at a designated table.
Wednesday Dinner
Families are invited to have dinner at our “Wonderful Wednesdays with Food and Fellowship” WWW.FF, by making reservations by Tuesday at noon. Reservations may be made by calling the church office at 385-5146. Cost for the meals are $4/adult; $2/child through 5th grade, with a family max of $17. Adult Bible/Small Group Classes are offered for adults and youth (6th-12th) beginning at 6:15 or 6:30. Care for children is provided as well.
SPARKSCare
A Homework Room, Quiet Games and Movies will be available from 6:00-8:30pm only for kids whose parents are participating in the evening Adult Bible/Small Group Studies. For more information on the Adult Study offerings, please contact Sally Campbell-Evans in the church office or by email, sally@saintpaulsumc.org.
