This Week’s Bible Story
Isaiah (Isaiah 6-9) God gave Isaiah a message about the Messiah. He didn’t know who this Messiah would be but we do. The child’s name was Jesus. And he wasn’t just anyone’s son, he was God’s son.
Play Time + Check-in
Greet kids and families as they arrive. Make connections with kids by getting on their level, playing with them and asking fun questions to get to know them.
Worship Time
Before you leave for worship, make sure each child is wearing a wristband so you know who is in your class. Have your kids line up and lead them to worship outside in the grass area.
Bible Story
Use the Story Cards provided to read this week’s Bible story.
Memory Verse
Introduce this month’s memory verse by saying it out loud and showing them the motions. Have the kids practice by repeating after you.
Today (point to your wrist like it’s a watch) your Savior (point to the sky) was born (pretend you’re rocking a baby) in David’s town. (point to the ground) He is Christ, the Lord. (make a crown on top of your head) Luke 2:11 (ICB) (shape your hands like a book) Prayer
Close your small group time by praying with your kids. This week’s prayer focus is on THANK YOU PRAYERS. Ask the kids in your group, “What is something good that you can thank God for?” Take time to pray for each of the things that were shared.)
Craft + Snack
Invite the kids to take a seat at the table to work on this week’s craft. Supplies will be provided, as well as an example of the craft. Pass out snacks as kids are working on their craft.
CRAFT: Give each child a piece of construction paper and invite them to write a Christmas card inviting a friend to church for Christmas!