Children's Ministry Weekly Newsletter 3.20.26
Let's Get Ready to Worship!
On Resurrection Sunday (April 5th), there will be no CORE classes or 4REAL Worship (the Family Room, Nursery & Toddler care will be available). Why? Because we want to celebrate Jesus' resurrection as one big family! Our kids also have a special job that Sunday: to help us with worship! All kids ages 2-12 are invited to join the worship team on stage to sing Psalm 8 on Resurrection Sunday. We'll be practicing the next few weeks during CORE and 4REAL, but we invite you all to practice at home too! Play the song in the car or get out the wiggles by trying out the moves a home. We are so excited to worship with you!
Upcoming Events
Sparta Church will be hosting the Healthy Kids Running Series this Spring. HKRS is a 5 week program that aims to engage communities and families by providing a youth running experience, inspiring kids to believe in themselves and lead an active healthy lifestyle. We are excited to open up our beautiful church property to our church family and the community for 5 fun-filled kids races!
Race Dates: 4/19, 4/26, 5/3, 5/10, 5/17 at 2pm.
Click Here to Register
Race Dates: 4/19, 4/26, 5/3, 5/10, 5/17 at 2pm.
Click Here to Register
Save the date and invite your friends and neighbors! Our annual Easter Egg Hunt will be on Saturday March 28th from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m, rain or shine! We are excited to invite our community come celebrate the joy of Easter with us!
Registration is not required but is appreciated!
Register Here
Want to help? Sign up to serve here!
Registration is not required but is appreciated!
Register Here
Want to help? Sign up to serve here!
Hey dads! We have a really great opportunity to connect and grow with your son(s) this May! Join other dads and sons for a Father Son Weekend at Camp Orchard Hill May 15th-17th. Erwin Morales will be coordinating a group from Sparta Church.
For more info and to register click here.
For more info and to register click here.
Discipleship & Serve Opportunities
We have an opportunity to serve kids and families in need! 4REAL Worship will be collecting Easter baskets for kids in Newark from now until Palm Sunday. If you would like to donate a basket, please fill a basket with gospel-centered gifts and some treats (no weapons/violent toys). Please wrap your basket in cellophane (so no objects fall out!). Baskets can be dropped off at the table in the church hallway on Sundays.
Want to get your kids involved? Have them help you pick out a Bible or pick book that shares the Gospel. Go to a dollar store, Walmart or craft store to choose some items they think another child would like to receive!
Want to get your kids involved? Have them help you pick out a Bible or pick book that shares the Gospel. Go to a dollar store, Walmart or craft store to choose some items they think another child would like to receive!
This Sunday at CORE
Children's CORE Classes run from 9:00 to 10:00 am on Sunday mornings. Classes are available for ages 2-4 years, Grades K-1, Grades 2-3, and Grades 4-5. T
he heart of CORE classes is to teach our kids to know God and know His word. Join us this Sunday!
he heart of CORE classes is to teach our kids to know God and know His word. Join us this Sunday!
Story and Scripture:
Jesus Walks on Water
Matthew 14:22-23; Mark 6:45-52; John 6:16-21
Story and Scripture:
Jesus Died for Sinners
Matthew 21:1–5, 21:8–9, 26:26–28; Luke 23:32–34, 23:44–48
This Sunday at 4REAL Worship
The Upside Down Kingdom
Mary and Martha - Week 4 brings us to the story of Mary and Martha. While Martha whips up a frenzy of activity to prepare for their guests, Mary simply sits at the feet of Jesus. When Martha finally explodes about her sister, Jesus doesn’t send Mary to work. Instead, Jesus affirms that what Mary has done in spending time with Him is even more important than doing things for Him.
This week's Bottom Line, "Make time for Jesus first."
Mary and Martha - Week 4 brings us to the story of Mary and Martha. While Martha whips up a frenzy of activity to prepare for their guests, Mary simply sits at the feet of Jesus. When Martha finally explodes about her sister, Jesus doesn’t send Mary to work. Instead, Jesus affirms that what Mary has done in spending time with Him is even more important than doing things for Him.
This week's Bottom Line, "Make time for Jesus first."
Register for Camp!
Resources for Home
Are you looking for a way to lead your kids in celebrating this season? There are free materials available from Zondervan, publisher of the Jesus Storybook Bible, to help your family celebrate Easter together! The Jesus Storybook Bible is a great resource for kids ages 2-12. Click the button below to sign up for the free downloads.