We've got some very exciting news for Parents of kids that attend Trinity Kidsplace.  The Kidsplace team has created two valuable resources to help you talk to your child about some very important steps in their spiritual journey.  Please visit http://baptism.trinitykidsplace.com to watch a short video explaining these new tools, and to find out what you need to do to get your child baptized. The tools provided on this site will help you to answer the following questions:

• Is my child ready to make Jesus Lord of their life?
  
  
• Is the next step baptism?

I know that many times parents struggle to know how to talk to their kids about such important topics, so I wanted to share these two resources with you.  I believe that nobody has a greater potential for influencing a childs spirituality than a parent, and I want to help you become the best Spiritual Leader that you can be for your family. If you have any questions about anything you see at http://baptism.trinitykidsplace.com then please email me at kidsplace@trinitytoday.com.

Be Blessed!

Published on Thursday, January 14, 2010 @ 9:35 AM CST
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At Trinity, we take the commitment to raise children in the instruction of the Lord very seriously. Each parent is commanded to exemplify and live out the Word of God every day and bring up their children to follow Him.  Our service is called a Child Dedication, but it could be called a Parent Dedication. In this service, you are coming forward to declare that, as the parent, you take your responsibility seriously and commit yourself to raising your children in a God-honoring manner.

On Sunday, February 7th during the 11:30 service we will be dedicating children to the Lord.  However, this time we are asking that all parents wishing to dedicate their children attend a very special parenting class designed just for them. 

The Essence of Family: At the heart of every family is a primary calling to lead a generation to the heart of a perfect, loving God.  No other passage in the Bible defines the family role as clearly as Deuteronomy 6, and in this study we will challenge parents to Imagine the End in order to stay focused on the big picture, Fight for the Heart of their families by loving God with all their hearts, Make it Personal and let kids see what God is doing in their parents, Create a Rhythm so time together as a family will nurture everyday faith, and Widen the Circle and make sure kids have additional influences to guide them.

The class is a pre-requisite for Child Dedication and will be offered on Wednesday, February 3rd at 6:30pm in the Chapel.  Registration is required for the class at www.trinitytoday.com/childdedication.  Take the time to visit our Child Dedication page at www.trinitytoday.com/childdedication to find out all that we have for our parents as they dedicate their children to the Lord.

If you know of any families with new children, or might be interested in dedicating their children at Trinity, please send this information  along to them.  If you have any questions about our Child Dedication process, please call 806.792.3363 x300 or email kidsplace@trinitytoday.com. 

Published on Monday, January 11, 2010 @ 9:33 AM CST
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We're doing something totally new and different in Kidsplace this Fall, and I'm here to tell you all about it!  Starting this Sunday, January 10th we are inviting our 5th Grade parents to experience Trinity Kidsplace with their children.  This Parent Sunday is specially made for 5th Grade parents.  If you are a parent of a 5th grader then you should have received an invitation much like the one you see below.  You probably got it in your mailbox, maybe it was handed to you by your child's Small Group Leader this past Sunday Morning, or maybe you're reading it now for the very first time.  No matter how you got invited, you are invited! 

Come Experience Kidsplace with your 5th Grader. 

Why are you doing this?

What a great question, and I am so glad that you asked.  We want you to see what your kid sees every Sunday Morning.  Have you ever heard about the things we do in the Lower Floor?  Well now is your turn to see it first-hand.  We have worked very hard to present for our parents what we do each and every Sunday Mornings.  There is no bait and switch.  What you will experience is what we experience every Sunday Morning.  With only one exception; your presence!

What will I have to do?

Another great question, you are on a roll!  We ask that you check-in at the Parent Registration table when you arrive in the lower floor.  We want to give you a name tag, and give you a small gift for you and your child (you read that correctly, we have gifts for the parents that attend!)  After checking in at the Parent Table, we want you to be with your kids.  Pick out a chair for the large group service, participate in worship time, listen intently during large group speaking, and get involved in your child's small group.  It's easy really, just hang out with your kid!

What's the catch?

There is no catch.  We will not be gathering phone numbers to ask you to work in Children's Ministry (although you could visit, http://volunteer.trinitykidsplace.com if you're interested in signing up to help!)  We will not have you working on anything but being with your child.  You will not be asked to control other kids, pass out papers, or be on stage for any reason.  We just want you to Experience Kidsplace with your child from their point-of-view.

Published on Tuesday, January 5, 2010 @ 2:45 PM CST
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Attention Kidsplace Parents - We have a very special deal for you for ONE MONTH only!  During the month of January, you can register your child for Summer Camp at the super discounted rate of $269 per child - this is a potential $50 dollar savings.  This is a one month only rate that will end on January 31st, 2010.  We have limited spaces available for Summer Camp so act quickly to lock in this special New Year's Early, Early Bird Summer Camp rate.

We are only promoting it via the Trinity Kidsplace Parents Blog, Kidsplace Fan Page on Facebook, and through the special Parent Email List; and you will not hear about it anywhere else. 

For the month of January ONLY the rate for Summer Camp at Dry Gulch U.S.A. is only $269. 

We will close early registration on January 31st, and will open up regular camp registration on April 1st.  The rate in April will be $290 per camper for the normal Early Bird rate and then jumps to $320 per camper after May 1st. 

So what do you have to do to take advantage of this special rate?

It's easy.  Just fill out the registration form for your camper, and turn in the registration form with the full payment of $269 by January 31st.  Registration Forms can be downloaded and printed from HERE, or picked up in the Lower Floor on Sunday Mornings throughout the month of January.  Registration Forms and payment will be accepted on Sunday Mornings in the Lower Floor, or during normal office hours in the Children's Ministry Offices. 

When is Camp this year?

Another great question!  We are attending camp from Monday, June 21st through Friday June 25th.  This means we will leave early in the morning on Monday the 21st and return late in the evening on Friday the 25th.

What in included in my camp registration fee?

You're on a roll, three great questions in a row!  The registration fee gets admission to the best Summer Camp in America at Camp Dry Gulch U.S.A.  It also pays for transportation, meals, all activities at camp, and a camp T-Shirt that every camper gets on their last day.  The only additional monies needed may be spending money for your camper to buy snacks and/or souvenirs. 

Take the time to visit the Kidsplace Summer Camp Parents Blog from last Summer at http://camp.trinitykidsplace.com.  It's stuffed full of pictures, videos, and recaps from an awesome Summer Camp in 2009! If you have any questions please call the Children's Ministry office at 806.792.3363 x.300 or email us at kidsplace@trinitytoday.com.

Now what are you waiting for?  Get busy and sign up your kid for Summer Camp 2010 as soon as possible before this Super Early Early Bird rate expires! :)

Published on Friday, January 1, 2010 @ 9:59 AM CST
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’Tis the season for Dad to drop the holiday ball, stress out as the money is being spent for presents, and miss yet another providential opportunity to lovingly lead his family. So, this blog is intended to help dads not fall into the same old rut of holiday humdrum, sitting on the couch watching football and eating carbs, but rather intentionally plan out the upcoming holiday season. Our children grow quickly and if we miss the sacred moments God opens up for us to connect with and bless our families, everyone suffers and we set in motion generations of missed opportunity.

Dad needs…

1. a plan for the holidays to ensure his family is loved and memories are made. Dad, what’s your plan?

2. to check the local guides for what’s going on to make fun holiday plans for the family.

3. to carve out time for sacred events and experiences to build family traditions that are fun and point to Jesus. Dad, is your calendar ready for December?

4. to not let the stress of the holidays, including money, cause him to be grumpy with Mom or the kids. Dad, how’s your joy?

5. to give experiences and not just gifts. Dad, what special memories can you make this holiday season?

6. to manage the extended family and friends during the holidays. Dad, who or what do you need to say “no” to?

7. to ensure his family is giving generously during the holidays. Dad, who in need is your family going to adopt and bless?

8. to schedule a big Christmas daddy date with his daughter. Dad, what’s your big plan for the fancy daddy date?

9. to schedule guy time with his son. Dad, what are you and your son going to do that is active, outdoors, and fun?

10. to help Mom get the house decorated. Dad, are you really a big help to Mom with getting things ready?

11. to ensure some holiday smells and sounds. Dad, is Christmas music on the iPod, is the tree up, and can you smell cookies and cider in your house?

12. to snuggle up and watch some fun shows with the kids, especially the little ones. Dad, is the DVR set?

13. to take the family on a drive to see Christmas lights while listening to music and sipping cider. Dad, is it mapped out?

14. to help Mom get the kids’ rooms decorated. Dad, do the little kids get lights or a small tree in their room?

15. to read about Jesus and pray over his kids. Dad, how’s your pastoral work going with each of your kids?

16. to repent of being lazy, selfish, grumpy, or just dumping the holidays on Mom. Dad, are you a servant like Jesus to your family?

HT: Mark Driscoll | TheResurgence.

Published on Monday, December 14, 2009 @ 9:08 AM CST
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