Back to the Basics (June 2013)

June 2013 Virtue

Ready for adventure this summer? Whether that adventure is a camp, a family trip, or the routine adventure of life, there are important preparations to make. To make any adventure a success, you have to plan for the basics. World Changers are heading to “Base Camp” in June and July to get … [Read more...]

Patience (May 2013)

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If you have an elementary through high school student at home who was born from 1995 to 2009, you are parenting one of the “Digital Generation.” This generation has always known the internet. They live in a world of smart phones, texting, DVRs, streaming video, iPods, tablets, e-readers, digital … [Read more...]

Friendship (April 2013)

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Friendship in a changing world isn’t easy. Friends who accept one another, encourage each other, serve each other, and worship with one another – who love each other like Jesus loves – are friends who stick together like glue. Having friends like that makes a world of difference. “They … [Read more...]

Peace (February 2013)

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Do you ever have those moments when you realize your children’s fighting has gone from a one-issue altercation to a cycle of anger that is leading to hateful feelings? What do you do? I remember talking to my children about the cycle of hurt and revenge that was happening between them, and then … [Read more...]

Determination (January 2013)

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In January, we are learning about determination which is deciding it’s worth it to finish what you’ve started. Kids are learning from Noah, Moses and Ruth how to be the one who does what God says, sticks by someone in need, works hard, and keeps doing what is right. Check out this video on … [Read more...]

Compassion (December 2012)

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December's virtue is Compassion. What do you want most for Christmas? This time of the year, kids of all ages are thinking about their wants and needs. As we look for that special something that will fill our hearts, sometimes we can overlook our greatest need that changes everything. This … [Read more...]

Cooperation (November 2012)

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In October we learned about individuality and the gifts God gives us, celebrating that “you can make a difference now.” Timothy’s story taught us we can be world changers even at a young age. In November, we are learning about Cooperation – working together to do more than you can do … [Read more...]

Individuality (October 2012)

Individuality – discovering who you were meant to be so you can make a difference.

How often are children asked, “What do you want to be when you grow up?” Last week, two different moms shared that their sons have very defined goals for their future. Fascinating, isn’t it, when you consider that on average, college students change their major three times? October's virtue … [Read more...]