Youth Activities from Heather
Don't Worry
Last week in our eBlast we explored the items in our backpacks. We discovered each thing has its own unique purpose but also they work together to help us do our best in school. God has given each of us special gifts, talents, personalities, and experiences. We are each different, but all work together to be God’s hands in this world.
You have been specially made by God. There is no one exactly like you. God made you a very unique person!
I know that I am different than my friends. Sometimes I worry I won’t do as well as my friends. Sometimes I get worried about learning new things. Sometimes I worry about getting my work done. What are you worried about?
This week we learn about what Jesus said about worrying.  What do you think he said? Keep exploring this eBlast to find out!

Live in love and smile!
Heather
Jesus tells us how God cares for the lilies in the fields and the birds in the sky, and reminds us that God knows all of our needs. We are important to Him, and He provides for us. Don't worry about anything.
 Matthew 6:25-34
Click on the videos to learn more.
Bible Verse: Isaiah 41:10 - ICB: International Children’s Bible
So don’t worry, because I am with you. Don’t be afraid, because I am your God. I will make you strong and will help you. I will support you with my right hand that saves you.
Craft Time
"God takes Care of the flowers and the birds, and He will take care of me!"

Want to make paper flowers?
Click on the image to learn how.
Music For Everyone to Enjoy

Click on the songs below to tap, sing and dance along with these fun songs.

Songs:

Lifetree Kids

Lifetree Kids

Eunice Njeri sung in swahili (Amen) 
Dried Milkweed Pods
The children and youth ministry need dried milkweed pods for crafts in late fall (no seeds please). 
Wood Disc Donations
We are still accepting wood discs for upcoming youth projects. If you have some wood and can cut them into 2 - 2 1/2" discs we would greatly appreciate that.
Next week we will begin regular Children and Youth online “Compassion Camp” services. We anticipate that this series will run for 10 weeks, ending just into the start of advent. The worship is designed for the whole family. During these gatherings we will learn what it means to have compassion for others, ourselves, and the world. We will sing, pray, share and listen to God’s word. There will be activities to do as a family and ones to share to our wider community. Packages will be dropped off at your homes or can be picked up at the Church. These packages will help you get the full experience of “Compassion Camp”. Volunteers are needed to help with scripture, prayers and skits. Please contact Heather ([email protected]) for more information.
Children and Youth Compassion Camp Service Links
Sun, Sep 27, 2020 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM (EDT)
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Children and Youth online:
September 20th 7:00pm - Jr/Sr. Youth Group meeting
September 30th 6:30pm - Hands and Hearts Craft Club
September 27th worship service, more details to follow
Teens and Young Adult please contact Heather ([email protected]) if you are interested in the Faith Formation Inquiries program. This program will begin in late fall and be completed in the spring. We will meet once a month to explore insights into faith, discipleship, the United Church tradition, and prayer, just to name a few. 
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September Birthday Celebrations
Happy Birthday

Alexis - Sept. 8
Mira - Sept. 23
Elizabeth - Sept. 24

Do you have a birthday this Month? Let us know so we can celebrate YOU!
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