What's on my kidmin to do list this week? May 28, 2017

I’ve been having internet troubles the last few weeks. Today I’m writing this post in Word so I can copy and paste later because I want to keep my habit of blogging.

So much has been happening, planned and unplanned and I hope to share some changes we’ve made in our children’s area soon! For today I will post my “Kidmin to do” list for the week of May 28, 2017.

Sunday – PIT Crew practice. We have this once a month. This is our team of 6th grade and up that does puppets, drama and helps in children’s church. We will have pizza and work on upcoming performances and lessons.

Monday – Memorial Day. I thank the men and women for the sacrifice they gave. We have no idea what they have done for us. I may work on puppets!

Tuesday – I’m so excited!!!! I’m going to spend the day with my buddy Corrine! She will be in Texas and we will get to hang out today! I really need this break and I’m so looking forward to it.

Wednesday – PowerSource night! My last week of teaching on Ruth. I’m praying and thinking of ways to present next months featured hero: David.

Thursday – Any spare time I have is spent on VBS. So I will check my list and work on something VBS related.

Friday - Work on VBS decorations. Each Friday for the past few months we have worked on this. We are right on track and things are starting to come together. I will post pictures when I remember to get them.

Saturday – Our first VBS training. I give 2 identical trainings each year. Yes, it takes more time on my part but I get almost 100% response by giving a choice between 2 dates.

And that’s my week. VBS is on the forefront of my heart and mind and all my spare time goes there.

I do have normal work and home to care for and they must come first but as soon as my regular tasks are done my attention turns to kidmin.

Have a blessed week and thanks for stopping by!

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