Family Resources

NovemberTheme

Bible Story: “Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good.” | Psalm 107:1, NIV

Big Idea: God made me.

Engage in everyday moments together.

Morning Time

When you go into your baby’s room, pick them up and say: “Good morning, [baby’s name]! It’s a new day! God is good!”

Feeding Time

While feeding your baby, thank God for making them. Name specific things about them for which you are thankful.

Cuddle Time

Cuddle with your baby and pray: “God, when I look at [name of baby], I see someone You made. God, You are so, so good.”

Bath Time

As you give your baby a bath, say: “God made you, and that makes you so very special.”

Questions? Email our Early Childhood Director, Yvonne Serna, at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

November Theme

God is Good.

Memory Verse:
““Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good.” | Psalm 107:1, NIV

Engage in everyday moments together.

Morning Time

When you go into your child’s room, say: “Good morning, [child’s name]! It’s a new day! God is good!”

Drive Time

While on the go, take turns pointing out things that are good (sun, nature, animals, people, etc.). Each time you name something, say, “God is good!”

Cuddle Time

Cuddle with your child and pray: “God, thank You for making [name of child] and me. Help us remember how special we are - not because of what we do, but because You made us.”

Bath Time

As you give your child a bath, sing to the tune of “Wheels on the Bus”: “God is good, oh yes, God is. God is good. God is good. God is good, oh yes, God is. God is good.”

Questions? Email our Early Childhood Director, Yvonne Serna, at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

November Theme

God is Good.

Memory Verse:
““Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good.” | Psalm 107:1, NIV

Week One

Bible Story: Every Good and Perfect Gift | James 1:17; Genesis 1
Big Idea: All of creation is filled with good gifts from God.

Week Two

Bible Story:Elijah and the Widow | 1 Kings 17:7-16
Big Idea:God does not let the flour and oil run out for Elijah, the widow, and her son.

Week Three

Bible Story: Aaron and Hur Help Moses | Exodus 17:8-13
Big Idea:Moses’ brother, Aaron, and friend, Hur, help Moses hold up God’s staff.

Week Four

Bible Story:Nehemiah Repairs a Wall | Nehemiah 1–6
Big Idea: Nehemiah plans to repair the broken wall of Jerusalem, and many people help him.

Engage in everyday moments together.

Morning Time

When you go into your child’s room, say: “Good morning, [child’s name]! It’s a new day! God is good!”

Drive Time

While on the go, take turns pointing out things that are good. Each time you name something, say, “God is good!”

Cuddle Time

Cuddle with your child and pray: “God, when we look at the world You made, it’s easy to see that You are good. Thank You for...(name things in creation you are thankful for).”

Bath Time

Add toy animals to bath time. As your child plays, talk about how God made ALL the animals. God could have just made one, but instead, God made lots and lots and LOTS of unique and interesting animals. God is good!

Questions? Email our Early Childhood Director, Yvonne Serna, at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

November Theme

Theme:
Don’t Face Your Fears Alone.

God View - The connection between courage and God’s character, as shown through God’s Big story.

As we continue our journey through God's Big Story, we take a closer look at the lives of significant people in the Jewish Scriptures: Joshua and Caleb, David, Daniel, and Esther. Each of them trusted God and found courage to face difficult circumstances. They also represent major time periods in Israel's history-from entering the land of Canaan, the United Kingdom, and Exile.
Like these people we read about in the Old Testament, God may ask us to take a risk or do something we might not feel prepared to do. But God will also give us the courage we need to face that challenge. We can also look to Jesus. He faced the biggest challenge of all: death on the cross. Still, He chose to be brave and follow God's plan.

Memory Verse:
”Be strong and brave. Do not be afraid. Do not lose hope. I am the the Lord your God. I will be with you everywhere you go.” | Joshua 1:9b, NIRV

Week One

Bible Story: Joshua and Caleb | Numbers 13-14
Big Idea:You can do what you should even when others are afraid.

Week Two

Bible Story:David Anointed / Goliath | 1 Samuel 16:1-13 and 1 Samuel 17:1-51
Big Idea:You can do what you should even when things seem impossible.

Week Three

Bible Story:Daniel is thrown into a den of lion. | Daniel 6
Big Idea:You can do what you should because God is with you.

Week Four

Bible Story:Esther | The Book of Esther
Big Idea: You can do what you should even when you don’t know what will happen.
Questions? Email our Elementary Director, Rachel Petz, at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

October Theme

Theme: The Fruit of The Spirit

Big Idea: This four-week series uses the fruit of the Spirit as a test for spiritual maturity and potential growth. When looked at as a cohesive list, the fruit of the Spirit describe Jesus himself. And as one star forms an even more majestic picture with other stars in a constellation, so the spiritual fruits listed in Galatians 5 form a grand picture of Christlikeness.

Week One

Text: Galatians 5:22–26; Ecclesiastes 7:20; Romans 3:23
Topic(s): Sin, Fruit of the Spirit, Spiritual Maturity
Big Idea: Mature Christians must do the hard work of continual growth in the fruit of the Spirit.

Week Two

Text:Galatians 5:22; John 14:27
Topic(s): Peace, Spiritual Growth
Big Idea: Maturity in faith produces peace.

Week Three

Text:Galatians 5:22; Psalm 51:12
Topic(s): Joy, Grace, Spiritual Discipline
Big Idea: Joy is found when we are near to God and looking for it.

Week Four

Text: Galatians 5:22; John 7:5; 1 Corinthians 15:7
Topic(s): Kindness
Big Idea: Acts of kindness express Jesus’s love and bring comfort to others.

Questions? Email Pastor Christian, at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Podcasts

"We're Going There"
Bianca Juarez Olthoff

"Leadership Lean In"
Chad Veach

"Leadership Podcast"
Craig Groeschel

Books

Welcome to Adulting:
Navigating Faith, Friendship, Finances, and the Future

Single, Dating, Engaged, Married:
Navigating Life and Love in the Modern Age

Relationship Goals:
How to Win at Dating, Marriage, and Sex

Crazy Faith:
It's Only Crazy Until It Happens

Here are some books and other resources to check out!

The Dr. James Dobson Parenting Collection

No-Drama Discipline

Parenting Boys

Bringing up Boys & Bringing up Girls

Boys Should Be Boys:
7 Secrets to Raising Healthy Sons

Parenting Girls

Raising a Strong Daughter in a Toxic Culture

Strong Fathers, Strong Daughters: 10 Secrets Every Father Should Know

Communication

3 Big Questions That Change Every Teenager: Making the Most of Your Conversations and Connections

Level Up: An Interactive Experience for Dads and Sons - Book

Teaching Your Children Healthy Sexuality: A Biblical Approach to Prepare Them for Life - Book

Winning at every Phase

Parenting Beyond Your Capacity: Connect Your Family to a Wider Community

Phase Summaries

Parenting Your - Preschool

Parenting Your - Elementary

Parenting Your - Middle School

Don't Miss It: Parent Like Every Week Counts

Parenting Adults

18 Plus:
Parenting Your Emerging Adult

Growing With: Every Parent's Guide to Helping Teenagers and Young Adults Thrive in Their Faith, Family, and Future

Marriage Resources

Marriage 101 Online

101 Questions to Ask before you get Engaged

Saving your Marriage before it Starts

Saving your Marriage before it Starts - Women's Workbook

Saving your Marriage before it Starts - Men's Workbook

You & Me Forever

Reparative Resources

Heartbroken & Healing - Women's Book

The Power of a Praying Husband - Men's Book

One More Try: What to Do When Your Marriage Is Falling Apart

When Sorry Isn't Enough: Making Things Right with Those You Love

Before You Split: Find What You Really Want for the Future of Your Marriage

I Don't Want a Divorce: A 90 Day Guide to Saving Your Marriage

Communication Resources

Now You're Speaking My Language: Honest Communication and Deeper Intimacy for a Stronger Marriage

Boundaries in Marriage

I Said This, You Heard That

I Said This, You Heard That

The 5 Love Languages:
The Secret to Love that Lasts

Intimacy Deck