Can You Believe It?

It's already time to pull April Fool's prank jokes on your friends and family! We have a very fun evening planned for Kidz Konnect this week... just in time for April Fool's! We're going to celebrate "NERD-STYLE"!!! Please wear the nerdiest outfit you can muster up and we'll see who is the biggest "NERD" of the bunch and that person (or persons) will receive a prize. This will also be our monthly Movie Night and we'll be watching an Easter themed film. Please DO NOT miss out on the chance to receive a prize and see a great movie at the same time!

We want to take a moment to thank each and every person or couple who have given of their time and effort to make our Kidz Konnect so fun this year! We've had really good times and expect to have many more, but this would not be possible without these people!!! A simple thank you is never enough, but we want to say it, anyway! THANK YOU FROM THE BOTTOM OF OUR HEARTS FOR A JOB WELL DONE...

Connection Between the Shamrock and the Trinity???

Legend has it that St. Patrick was responsible for ridding the Emerald Isle of snakes; but more importantly, it is said that Patrick used the shamrock as a symbol to explain the Trinity to Unbelievers, i.e., how God is One God in Three Persons. "Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost" (Matthew 28:19). Patrick would hold up a shamrock and challenge his hearers, "Is it one leaf or three?" "It is both one leaf and three," was their reply. "And so it is with God," he would conclude. "19 Because that which may be known of God is manifest in them; for God hath shewed it unto them. 20 For the invisible things of Him from The Creation of the world are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even His Eternal Power and Godhead; so that they are without excuse" (Romans 1:19-20). Of course, doctrines such as the Trinity or the Divinity of Jesus Christ can only be received by willing hearts, who have committed themselves to obey whatever the Spirit reveals from the Scriptures. "If any man will do His will, he shall know of the doctrine" (John 7:17). St. Patrick, no doubt, was careful not to confuse pagan idolaters with the idea of Polytheism, i.e., the false notion that there are many separate gods; but, his dependence upon the Holy Spirit to give him the illustration of the shamrock to illustrate the Trinity, gave him success in preaching the Gospel. "For I am not ashamed of the Gospel of Christ: for it is the Power of God unto Salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek" (Romans 1:16).

This was a perfect Holiday to decide to have a PaRtY and that's just what we did at Kidz Konnect this past Wednesday! We ate Irish themed snacks, handmade a set of Shamrock napkin rings for our families at home and played Musical Chairs to the tunes of Ireland! Thanks to everyone who took part... adult and child alike! An EXTRA Thank You to Mrs. Mari for all of her hard work putting the craft together! We hope you enjoy your clover plant, Mrs. Mari!

'Irish' YOU ALL a very Happy St. Patrick's Day!!! A quote was found in print the other day, that made us realize ALL children MUST be Irish ~ "When Irish eyes are smiling, they're usually up to something". With that, there is no need to say more!

Movie Night - "The Gladys Aylward Story"

This past Wednesday, Mrs. Shelly was under the weather, but Mr. Greg joined the kids and they enjoyed a great 'Christian Movie Night' together. "The Gladys Aylward Story" was the 'featured film' of the evening. Here is a brief overview of the movie.
With war raging about her and soldiers closing in, the wounded missionary Gladys Aylward (as portrayed in the movie, The Inn of the Sixth Happiness), set out on the most difficult journey of her life - a 100-mile trek over the mountains to a safe haven. But, it's not her own safety that concerned this little woman with big faith. It was the safety and well being of the 100 orphaned children in her care. As we watched, Gladys' strength and faith was stretched to the limit, all for the sake of those little children.


This particular movie was from the Torchlighters DVD Series, which are stuffed full of animated programs for youth ages 6-12 and present the lives of true-life heroes from Christian history. When children see what God can do through a "Torchlighter" who is devoted to carrying out His will and purposes, they too may want to carry a torch of faith by serving Him. (For more information on the series, go to torchlighters.org)
Following the movie, we were all treated to Popcorn and Punch. Thanks, Mr. Greg for taking over and giving of your time... You're one of a kind!!!
HEY KIDS! Remember to be with us next week! WEAR GREEN... we'll be celebrating with a St. Patrick's Day themed Party! There'll be yummy treats, crafts and games...
DON'T MISS IT, GUYS AND GALS!!!