Coming Near to God

"Come near to God and he will come near to you."  James 4:8 NIV

Our theme in Chapel this year is: Come Near to God."  

The children come near to God as they learn more about Him in our daily Bible lessons and in Chapel.

They draw near to Him when they sing praise songs.

But we don't just put God in a box and take Him out during Chapel and Bible time.  As the children grow spiritually, I hope they'll be aware that God is with  them throughout the day, no matter what they're doing. He is all-powerful, all-knowing, and He is everywhere.

I hope they'll become closer to God as they learn to trust Him to answer their prayers.

"And without faith it is impossible to please him, for whoever would draw near to God must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who seek him." Hebrews 11:6 ESV

As the students develop friendships and learn to love one another, they become closer to God.

 No one has ever seen God; if we love one another, God abides in us and his love is perfected in us." I John 4:12 ESV

"but Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me and do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of heaven.” Matthew 19:14 ESV

 

New Beginnings

  “Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you.  For everyone who asks receives, and the one who seeks finds, and to the one who knocks it will be opened." Matthew 7:7-8 ESV

Various stories are circulating concerning events of the first week of school, So I'll set the record straight and tell you what really happened.

We were listening to the story of Toy Story 4, when all of a sudden, Forky came to life. But he ran away! We had to chase him all over the campus. Fortunately, Forky left us clues. We used the QR reader app on the iPad to decode the clues he left. 

We searched everywhere for the renegade spork. And everywhere we went, the kids asked people they met, "Have you seen Forky?" On our search for Forky, we met teachers and other school personnel, such as the nurse, the cafeteria staff, and the librarian. 

We finally found him...he'd returned to the classroom. He realized he wasn't trash after all. He knew he belonged with his friends.

We worked up quite an appetite on our search for Forky, so we were ready for lunch in the cafeteria.

The kids had a great time meeting new friends.

In the course of the day, we performed a scientific investigation and made a discovery: Forky floats!

We mixed up a special road-trip snack mix: Raisin Pop Kaboom.

Our playground is being renovated, so the Preschool has graciously allowed us to use theirs until ours is ready.
Our day ends with Free Centers time, where we build, create, and use our imaginations. And sometimes we go up the ladder to Mickey's Clubhouse and read a book.

 Here are our new T1 Eagles.

In the upcoming school year, we'll be asking lots of questions, knocking on many doors, and seeking new knowledge. But--most importantly--we'll be seeking to know God better.

Welcome

Welcome to Mrs. Kemp’s clubhouse-where anything is possible because we serve a powerful God who is helping us every step of the way. We have a year ahead of us, so get ready to face new challenges, meet new friends, and travel to infinity and beyond. 

Obviously the Best Day Ever

 

Heroes, Heroines, and Princesses

  "In all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us." Romans 8:37

We all like a good story. The heroes and heroines face challenges. They encounter dangers and trials, and sometimes they're driven to the brink of defeat. But with courage, determination, and help from their friends, they survive and triumph in the end. We love our storybook characters and also our real life heroes, who, like David, are not afraid to confront Goliath. 

In class, we've been talking about what it takes to be a winner. A winner perseveres and never gives up. A winner doesn't say, "I can't." A winner says, "I'll do my best. God will help me." A winner doesn't whine. They learn from their mistakes. We'll be winners if, in the end, regardless of the outcome, we've done our best. 

The school year is quickly coming to a close, and these heroes, heroines, and princesses are all winners. Inspired by Bible heroes like David, Daniel, and Paul, and empowered by God's Holy Spirit, they are fighting the good fight and coming out victorious. 

" I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.  Henceforth there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, will award to me on that day, and not only to me but also to all who have loved his appearing." II Tim. 4:7-8