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An OUT
OF THE BOX Christmas
Experience
 In
December, families and friends gathered to have an Out
of the Box Christmas experience. With well over 200 in
attendance, it became a little squishy at times but no one
seemed to mind.
Everyone was treated to a special production called Out of the
Box. The play gave us a 'sneak peak' into
the fantasy lives of a collection of Christmas and Nativity
figurines. They were surprise when they looked around and found Jesus
missing this Christmas. Children sang, danced and acted their
way into our hearts as they taught us an important message...we
can't truly experience Christmas without Jesus!
After
the play, families enjoyed eating cookies and reindeer snacks
while participating in food making
activities, craft stations and having their pictures taken
in a nativity display that featured face cut outs. (see pictures
below)
The large cast of children and middle school students were directed by
Trina Perry, Kalie Martinsen and supported by a wonderful group
of parents and behind the scene volunteers. Tracy Blake honored
us with her guitar playing abilities for the music portions of
the program.
Trina Perry
did a great job of overseeing the entire program as the
event's director. Hats off to this great leadership team and
everyone involved!
The Kreek Kids Leadership Team knows it is vital to work with
parents in the classroom and at events like these so Kreek Kids
can become the BEST HOUR in
every family' week!
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Special Thanks to Suzanne Summer who created four
Nativity cut out picture stations for families to enjoy
while Wayne Clinton created the Nativity backdrop for
our stage. You
both rock! |
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Nativity, Camel, Shepherds and Wise Men picture cut outs
were available.
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Preschool - 5th Grades
WELCOME ABOARD Steward's Ship! 10:30AM
On Jan. 22, 29th and Feb. 5th, children will be boarding
Steward's Ship where they'll discover that stewardship and
serving others with their time, talents and treasures can be
fun!
PRESCHOOL/KINDERGARTEN
Attendance is Climbing!
Attendance in our preschool classroom has been climbing! Exciting but not
SAFE. A few times, we have reached and exceeded our volunteer-to-child
ratios which means we have to close
the classroom to additional children. We continually
re-evaluate and discuss how to secure additional staffing that
will be fun and flexible for those choosing to serve in Kreek
Kids.
We have come up with two new options that we would like to implement
in 2006.
Option One - Parents
or grandparents will be invited to be a special guest in their
child's classroom and will be the child's 'Show and Tell'
during one service. They'll be given an opportunity to
share something special about their family. It can be as simple
as sharing a short story, special picture, a unique hobby,
favorite vacation, a family tradition, their favorite food or
maybe their family's pet! After 'Show and Tell'
time, they'll have fun as a helper in the
classroom. It will be a great way to experience what their son or daughter is doing in KinderZone.
Option Two - If you are available during one of the 8:45 or 10:30
services, leave your name at the Kreek Kids Check-In center upon
arriving at church on Sunday mornings. If we need your help, we will tap you on your shoulder
so you can help mind
the gap.
You can contact
our PreKK Director, Denise Cerna, directly @ (360)474-1528 or by email.
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Out
of the Box
Checkin' His List
Hey... Where's Jesus??
No Crib for a Bed
10th Street Players
It's a Hip Hop Christmas
An Edible Nativity -
Sweet!
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FAST
FACTS
80%
of parents say they are less likely to use a product
if the manufacturer markets directly to their
children through text messaging or website pop ups.
www.bitc.org
38%
of 2-5 year olds can remove child-resistant twist caps
within five minutes.
1.1
million students were home schooled in 2003.
Boys
age 12-15 voted Abercrombie and Fitch the 5th coolest
brand of clothing; girls this age voted it the 2nd
coolest.
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FAQ's
As parents,
we
understand you may have some questions about Kreek Kids policies and why we do, what we do in children's
ministry.
We have compiled a few of our most 'Frequently
Asked Questions' and hope they answer some of
the questions you may have.
Do
you have a new idea or suggestion for one of our Kreek Kids
departments? Share
them with us! Our best ideas comes from parents and
volunteers like yourself.
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Calling
All Super Sleuths
We
need your detective skills to help solve The Amazing Case. This
interactive family and
friend's event includes dinner, a puzzling mystery presentation,
a crime lab and more! Can you help find the missing piece?
If
your family likes solving mysteries, you won't be disappointed
with The Amazing Case held on Friday, Jan. 20th @ 6:30 PM. Don't miss this family teaching and
learning opportunity as The Amazing Case will give a family
friendly preview of the All
In solution.
 Please
pre-register for this free dinner event one of three ways:
1) twila.allencreek@verizon.net
2) Online Registration
3) Phone: 425-303-1906
If you would like to
help with this family and friend event, you can
contact Twila by
one the three options above.
Mark Your Calendar!
Kreek Kids Performances
On Jan. 20th, during The Amazing Case, children will be
performing the new Kreek Kids theme song. They have been
practicing all fall and their participation is encouraged! The
song will be performed a second time @ the 8:45 Community
service on Sunday, Jan. 22nd.
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