Written by Christina Black, Children, Youth, & Family Ministry Director
The First Sunday School Wednesday Night Event
We kicked off another season of our Dinner and Family Night at the beginning of October. Many Sunday school and confirmation families enjoyed dinner together. After, the Sunday school families talked about neighbors and how we should treat them, while confirmation students and families had their normal lesson time. These evenings are a great opportunity for families with kids of different ages to get to know each other and build a greater community. The next one is November 6th. Sign up now!
Spark Bible Milestone
Congratulations to Nora Berg and Ava McWhite for receiving their Spark Bible in October. We’re excited for you to start exploring the Bible and learning all about God’s love for each of us.
Stolemaking
As part of the requirements for being confirmed, our 9th graders create a faith statement and a stole. Many of them gathered together to get creative before the big day.
Confirmed!
On Sunday, October 27th, six of our 9th grade youth and one 8th grader participated in the Affirmation of Baptism where they declared for themselves that they will live out the promises that were made for them by their parents and sponsors at their baptisms.
Congratulations to Evan Carlson, Zoey Colburn, Sam Gertken, Olivia Madel, Jason Moore, Gabriella Shetka, and Oliver Zehner.
Youth Halloween Event
There were games, food and fun at our annual Halloween Youth Night. The kids had a great time carving pumpkins.
Calling All Actors for the Christmas Pageant!
It’s early, but we are already beginning to plan this year’s Christmas pageant. I am once again looking for some older youth and/or adults to fill a few roles. Please reach out to me soon if you are interested!
Youth Activities Showcase
It’s that time of year where activities are aplenty. We want to showcase in our weekly bulletin what Oak Knoll kids are up to. If you have a concert, show, sporting event, competition, or other spectator event, please share the details with me so we can get the word out to those members of the congregation that would like to attend.
Upcoming Events:
Outside Event: Advent Family Retreat, December 6th-8th
Luther Crest is holding a family retreat open to all ages. The whole family can join them for a weekend of fun games, worship, crafts, and advent themed devotionals! Get cozy by the fireplaces and stay together in beautiful cabins by the lake and woods! A Friday night snack, Saturday breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snack, and Sunday brunch will be provided! Check in is Friday at 7pm and closing worship is Sunday at 11am! Register online! Or, reach out to Christina Black if you’re interested.
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