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Dear River Families,
One of the biggest seasons in the church Calendar is here! This Sunday, March 9 is the first Sunday of Lent or "40 Days of Faith," as we call it at the River. It is the time when we, as a church, press into our spiritual lives and prepare for a big celebration on “Resurrection Sunday” which falls on April 20 this year. This year’s RiverKids theme for the season is “Exploring the Heart of Lent: Stories of Love, Loss, and Hope." One of the trickiest things about growing up is learning how to deal with all the big, messy feelings we carry around inside of us. Emotions are part of God’s design, guiding us to a deeper understanding of ourselves and each other, while teaching empathy and helping us build healthy relationships. Creating mindful moments and rituals to sit with God and reflect on our feelings can further nurture this understanding. During "40 Days of Faith," RiverKids will explore The Heart of Lent, reflecting on emotions like sadness, fear, hope, and compassion through parables and stories. We'll discuss how loss and anger can lead to humility and gratitude, and although the story of Jesus’s death can be distressing and confusing, the joy of his resurrection can bring reconciliation and renewal. To embrace this season together with our community, here are just a few ways to engage:
Amelia Cunard | RiverKids Director
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 Dear River families,
As the holiday season approaches, we are filled with anticipation and gratitude. It’s a time to slow down, reflect on our blessings, and connect with loved ones. To embrace the spirit of the season, we have a variety of events and activities coming up in our church community. Here are just a few suggestions for how to make the most out of the season:
As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please email me or catch me on a Sunday morning. I would love to connect with you! Wishing you a wonderful Thanksgiving and blessed times with your loved ones! Amelia Cunard | RiverKids Director Hello River families, As the leaves change color and the air grows crisp, we're excited to share what's happening in our church community this month. From festive celebrations to heartwarming events, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please email me at [email protected] or catch me on Sundays. I would love to connect with you! Blessings, Amelia Cunard | RiverKids Director  Dear River Families, We hope this newsletter finds you well and excited for the arrival of spring! As we transition into March, we have some exciting updates and events to share with you.
As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please email me or catch me on a Sunday morning. I would love to connect with you. Have a wonderful start to spring! Amelia Cunard | RiverKids Director  Dear River Families,
As the leaves change colors and the weather cools down, I hope that October brings with it a sense of coziness and togetherness to you and your family. We have been having really good discussions at RiverKids this season as we delve into the different stories and poems about creation. We talked about the similarities between the narratives and how they also connect with the science we learn at school. One memorable conversation we had went something like this: Storyteller: "And God who is many and one calls to the seed to grow and become...hmm, I wonder what many and one means?" Child 1: "Does that mean that God is one, but is also in every being?" Child 2: "Does this mean that we are all connected?" Throughout the year, we will continue to explore our theme: "God in Us and Around Us" in our stories. We will learn how to recognize the presence of God and attune to the divine flow of love, joy, peace, and hope. My hope is that connecting with God becomes second nature, an experience that our children can carry regardless of where their paths may lead. As I am looking forward to more engaging conversations with your children, I am also excited to share the many events that may interest your family this month. Let's dive right in: Upcoming Events
Wishing you a delightful October! Amelia Cunard | RiverKids Director Important Group Changes for RiverKids/Youth Effective Sunday, Oct 15, we will adjust the classrooms for RiverKids and RiverYouth. Our goal is to maintain a balanced volunteer-children ratio throughout our classrooms and develop plans that are appropriate and enriching for each developmental stage.
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