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River Families Blog

October heartwarming highlights

10/6/2023

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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
  • Sunday Family LifeGroup | Sunday, Oct 15 after the service @church
    This is a space for families to deepen their connections with God and develop stronger friendships in the community. We will discuss topics inspired by the sermons and break off into smaller groups for sharing and prayers. Please RSVP for childcare. 
  • New & Returning LifeGroups | happening throughout the week at various locations
    Check out our website for more details. 
  • Members' Meeting | Sunday, Oct 22 @church
    If you consider the River your church home, please plan on sticking around after the service on for a Members Meeting where we plan to discuss church updates together. Lunch will be provided. Please mark your calendar and RSVP if you need childcare
  • River Family FALL FESTIVAL | Sunday, Oct 29 After the Service 
    Join us for fun activities, games, and treats. Children can come in costumes (please make sure that the costumes are comfortable to play in and are not scary :D). 
As always, please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or concerns. 
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. 
  • Nursery & Preschool: 2nd Floor, Weekly 
  • Lower Elementary (Grades K-2): Basement, Weekly
  • Upper Elementary (Grades 3-4): Basement, Weekly
  • Lower Youth Group (Grades 5-8/9): 2nd Floor, Weekly 
  • Upper Youth Group (Grades 9-12): Outing, Monthly

More information and details will be emailed to families in the affected group, so please be on the lookout. 

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