Parkview Kids Team

Category: Testimonials

• Service Time Change for Sunday Night + Testimony Kids on Mission!

  Posted at 3:15 pm by Stephanie McDonald

  Sep 24th

  

   Kids On Mission Six-Week Series Kicks Off THIS WEEKEND + Service Time Change Sunday Night!

  Thank you for another GREAT weekend!  We had 12 NEW families come through our doors and 376 children in our Early Childhood classrooms last weekend (1,058 total throughout Parkview Kids). WOW!!!!  We cannot do this without YOU, thank you for being a part of what God is doing at Parkview!

  We are SUPER EXCITED to kick off “Kids on Mission” this weekend to go along with our “Life on Mission” series.  Over the next six weeks, our kids will be going on a mission, a superhero mission.  But this mission isn’t from us…this mission comes straight from GOD and we get to be a part of it.  Get ready for TONS OF FUN!  You can review all the fun-filled activities Lisa Dorman put together by clicking here .

  PLEASE MAKE NOTE, There is a service time change for THIS WEEKEND’S Sunday night service (Sept. 28).  Sunday night’s service will start at 5:30pm instead of 5:45pm — to accommodate more time for service prior to the Tim Hawkins event.   We will open for our Parkview families at 5:10 pm. That means our Sunday night huddle will start at 5:00 pm, please mark your calendar if  you volunteer or attend the Sunday night service. Thanks!

  YOU are making a difference!  Check out this testimony that just came in this week.  Thanks for sharing Adrienne!

  “I just wanted to tell you all about this GREAT story from one of the new families who was here this past weekend.   Carolyn said her daughter (Alexis) went in kicking and screaming and came out smiling!  Yea!!  She also said that she had been misbehaving on the way to church and her mom said if she would behave she’d take her to get ice cream, but she kept misbehaving.. so her mom said no ice cream.  After church, Alexis said “Mommy, aren’t you supposed to forgive me when I’m being bad and I forgive you, too?”   Her mom was so happy that she even brought it up because she (Alexis) had never talked like that before.  She didn’t realize that we did curriculum and talked to the children about God and Jesus (She thought they just colored and did crafts).  So I told her that we did do curriculum and told her about the website.  Mom ended up taking the daughter out for ice cream because she was so happy her daughter learned that!  Such a great story! Thought you’d enjoy! 🙂 ”  Adrienne Trent, Parkview Kids, First Impressions Coordinator

  Please be in prayer for all the families that will be coming through our doors this fall and THANK YOU for all that you do and who you are.  It’s an honor to serve with you.

  BIG hugs and much love,

  Jill Shea

  

   

   

   

   

   

   

  “You are the light of the world, let your light shine in front of others.”  Matthew 5:14-16

  Posted in Garden & Backyard Curriculum, Testimonials

• Look where we are halfway! Quest VBS Stats, Testimonies & Family Night

  Posted at 3:49 pm by Stephanie McDonald

  Aug 7th

  Weekend Quest VBS Stats (Halfway Mark)

  • Week 1 attendance was 1,176!  HIGHEST kids attendance EVER – (previous all-time high was 1,111 which was over 5 services not 4)
  • 52% increase over the attendance from the week prior which was 772
  • Attendance in adult worship was up 33.5% compared to the week prior
  • 27% increase in kids attendance compared to last year’s 1^st week of Boot Camp
  • We’ve reached 37 NEW families over the past two weekends
  • During 1^st weekend 1,129 individual kids attended Quest (some of the 1176 were repeat attenders )– 95 of them had never attended Kids before – 8.5% 
  • After the 2^nd weekend a combined total of 1,509 individual kids have attended Quest – 167 of them had never attended Kids – 11%

  AND CHECK THIS OUT…..

  • Missions Collections (normal weekend giving in kids is $100.00)
    • $1,467.41 – Week 1
    • $2,869.67 – Week 2
    • $4,337.08 – Midway Total 

  Praise God!

  I stand amazed at how God continues to MOVE big time in our Children’s Ministry.  We thank God for YOU as none of this would be possible if we did not have such an INCREDIBLE team. THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!!!!

  TESTIMONIES:

  • Thank you for a great first week of quest!  Julia, john peter and Allie all came home so excited about church.  We have been singing the theme song A LOT!  During our prayer before lunch john peter thanked God for a good start to quest and the fun they had at church.  The kids are using their shirts to remind them that God is creator, provider, protector, savior and king.  And then tonight, they put on a show for John and me where they sang 3 songs from church and acted out a Bible story.   So I just wanted to say thank you to your whole team for all you do!  The kids are really absorbing all of it and finding church to be a fun and safe place where they can experience God.  John and I are so grateful to have you as our partners in training our children in the way they should go! God bless, Kate R.
  • We were planning to leave on vacation to Michigan for a week very early Sunday morning.  Both Colin  and Emma begged us to delay our departure till after church on Sunday so they can attend vbs! They love it so much that they can’t bear the thought of missing it! Roxanne & John
  • My husband Brad and I have really enjoyed the past 2 weeks services at Parkview. We are looking forward to hearing Tim preach.  Also our kids Kyle (9) Lily (8) and Jacob (5) are LOVING the youth program! Which is why we were looking for a new church, after 20 years for me being at my old church. It is like a new spark has been lit in all of us at Parkview! Kelly D.

  SAVE THE DATE! VBS Closing Program & Family Night Friday, August 22nd 6:30pm-8:30pm.

  We will worship together and recap all of the things we’ve learned. Afterwards we will head outside for a free hot dog dinner, inflatables, balloon artists, dunk tanks…TONS OF FUN!!!!  Dessert will be available for purchase from a variety of food trucks.

  If you do not have children participating in VBS we could really use your help during Family night with things like greeting, helping to make sure everything runs smoothly at the inflatables and other areas.  We are in need of lots of helpers and it will be a BLAST!

  Would you consider joining us and volunteer at the fun Family night August 22nd? I look forward to your reply!

  Check out more pics from last weekend’s VBS below.  Can’t wait for more fun-filled activities this weekend as we focus on God is Protector!  You can view the activities online by clicking here. 

  BIG hugs and much love,

  Jill Shea

  

   

   

   

   

   

   

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• Did you see this FB post? + Summer Dress Attire

  Posted at 12:18 pm by Stephanie McDonald

  May 29th

  

  This inspired me today!  What inspires you?

  1. Did you see this facebook post on Parkview Christian Church’s Facebook page yesterday?  What YOU do matters and the visitor postcards are working!  Thank you Diana Harmon for writing such a thoughtful and sweet note to Hope.   As you can see, she was THRILLED to receive your postcard in the mail.  How cool is it that her mom also took the time to take this picture and post on Facebook.  This will reach out to not only their family and friends but also make others aware of the awesome work you do in our Children’s Ministry.  Praise God!

  Children’s ministry matters because we do not know if  the children in our ministry this weekend will be back next week.  They could move away. Their parent’s work schedules could change so they may not be at church again.  We have no guarantee the children we have in our church this weekend, will be back again in two weeks, two months or two years. It matters TODAY what we do in our children’s ministry.

  What inspires you to be involved in Children’s Ministry?   Reply and let me know, I LOVE to hear from you!!!

  2. Let’s Celebrate!  Meet our Volunteer of the Week, Ann Brown!

  

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

  Ann joined our team at the beginning of this year and faithfully serves every Sunday at 11:00am in our blue room with the 3s.  She’s always willing to lend a hand and has a servant’s heart.  Ann recently stepped up to the plate and also helps lead the children in large group worship.  Ann’s love and compassion is evident to all who are around her and she sets a great example for others to follow.  We are thrilled to have her on our team.  Thank you, Ann, the best is yet to come!

  3. Summer Dress Attire – Of course we are very casual at Parkview. We do want to be careful in our attire though due to the nature of how we are frequently bending over, getting down on the floor, picking things up, etc…  The best thing to wear when you serve are pants and your kidz connection t-shirt.  If you don’t have a kidz connection t-shirt, please make sure your shirt is high enough to keep you modest.  Some clothes to stay away from are short shorts, dresses/skirts, spaghetti strap shirts and high heels.  If you haven’t had a chance to see our awesome new Parkview Kids Training Video click here.

   

  Please help us continue to spread the word about our new and FREE resource for parents www.parkviewparents.com !  Learn, worship and grow as a family available for all families with children birth – High School.   Parents can find the videos and music that we use every weekend at this site as well.  Awesome!!!

  THANK YOU for being a part of what God is doing at Parkview.  May you learn to rest in His care, trust in His Word, and embrace a joy-filled life.  I look forward to seeing YOU soon.

  Love Wins!

  Jill Shea

  

   

   

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• Volunteer of the Week, Team Training Tomorrow and Testimonial

  Posted at 4:12 pm by Stephanie McDonald

  Sep 4th

  

  This week our Volunteer of the Week is sisters, Sydney and Peyton Whalen!   Sydney and Peyton serve every Sunday night in Clubhouse B.  They joined our team in February when we launched the new 5:45pm Sunday service. They always go above and beyond and their energy is contagious.  They also have brought more friends on board to help grow our team.  Thank you Sydney and Peyton, the best is yet to come!

  Our annual team training event is tomorrow, Thursday, September 5th 6:30-8:30pm. It’s not too late to join us!  Click here to RSVP TODAY.  Childcare is free and desserts and refreshments will be served. Lisa and I are super excited to join forces with YOU tomorrow night!

  Team Member, Evie Bogatto, JUST shared this with me and I HAD to share with you…

  “Hi Jill, I have two cute kid sightings from today to share with you. A little boy with a Mohawk,I think he’s a 3  was out walking around a picnic table in the west lot loudly singing “Ho Ho Hosanah…” He was smiling and having a great time. After 11:00 church two girls were walking to the parking lot singing “He lifts me up…”  How fun to know the songs are in their hearts and going home:) Have a great week, Evie:)”

  
  YOU are making a difference! 

  Friendly reminder we are back to TWO Saturday services starting this weekend, September 7th.  I look forward to seeing YOU soon!

  With love,

  Jill

  

   

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• Weekly Update! Boot Camp Feedback, Team Training and Volunteer of the Week

  Posted at 2:58 pm by Stephanie McDonald

  Aug 22nd

  

  Boot Camp was an AWESOME 5 weeks!  We wrapped it up last weekend with the kids having a blast in the gym with the giant slide and so many more fun activities.  THANK YOU for making this an extraordinary experience for everyone.  Here’s just some of the feedback we received, way to go TEAM!!!!

  “Tonight after his bedtime prayers my four year old recited his VBS memory verse complete with Ephesians 3:18. It took me a few minutes to figure out what he was saying as the word Ephesians didn’t exactly roll off his tongue. What an amazing moment for me on a day that I was really feeling lonely. We are so blessed to be a part of Kidz Connection! Thanks to everyone for their hard work and time and energy.  You are so very appreciated!” Jennifer L.

  “Hope you are recovering from the last few WONDERFUL weeks of Boot Camp!  You guys did an amazing job.  I know my nephews who are in the older group (1st grade) had a blast as well.  Please let your team know what a great job that they did and that they do every week.  We are so grateful that God has chosen each and everyone of you to be a part of Olivia’s Sunday (Saturday) school family.  Olivia’s been singing quite a few of the songs from the worship time.  Thanks!”  Karin M.

  “At Denny’s restaurant I saw 4 yr old Alex.  His grandma told him to tell me our boot camp Bible verse.  He stood up and with all the motions said the verse – including Eph 3:18!”  Gaylinn P.

  You can also see a two minute video recap and photo album for Boot Camp on our Facebook page.  Click on this link and be sure to hit the ‘like’ button.  https://www.facebook.com/pages/Kidz-Connection-at-Parkview-Christian-Church/105863366112566

  It’s almost time for us to join forces!  Our annual Kidz Connection Team Training Event is in 14 days, Thursday, September 5th 6:30pm-8:30pm!   Please click here to RSVP.  When you reply yes, it will then ask you if you need childcare which is available for free.  We are serving desserts and refreshments and need an accurate head count so please RSVP.  Mark your calendar for this very important event, it’s going to be a BLAST!!!

  Let’s Celebrate!  Meet our Volunteer of the Week Donna Strutzenberg!

  

  Donna is a Team Leader in a 4 year old classroom (yellow) every Sunday.  She has been serving since the launch of the
  5:45 Sunday night service.  She is a team leader that goes above and beyond making sure to connect with her team and doing whatever it takes to make sure our preschoolers are learning and growing each  weekend.  Thank you Donna, the best is yet to come!

  I LOVE to hear from you, please let me know of any God happenings in your classroom.  I am here to serve YOU.

  Final thought, “If you encourage one person each day, your day hasn’t been a waste. It’s been a blessing!”  BE MORE, I believe in you!

  BIG hugs and much love,

  Jill Shea

  

  “Let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds.  Let us not give up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but let us encourage one another–and all the more as you see the Day approaching.” Hebrews 10:24-25

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• VBS Feedback, Volunteer of the Week & Lower Your Blood Pressure?

  Posted at 11:18 am by Stephanie McDonald

  Aug 7th

  TESTIMONY: “Wanna here something cute?? Rhett has all of his army guys lined up on the front porch and he is singing, ” We’re in the Lord’s Army!”  Parkview Peeps…VBS message is coming through!!” Amy Novotny

  YAHOO!!!  Thanks for sharing Amy!  Our VBS Boot Camp Weekend Style has been a blast and we still have two more weekends to go! Here are some pictures from last weekend when we focused on “I can follow Jesus (Part 1) -The Good Samaritan.”

  

  We’ll be getting ready to go back to TWO Saturday services starting September 7th.  We are in need of more team members as we continue to grow and kick off the fall season.   Please reach out to your friends and family and ask if they would like to try out Kidz Connection.  Here’s one of many reasons why people should volunteer…it’s good for your health!  Did you know volunteering can lower your blood pressure?  I thought you might be interested in seeing this. Click here.   

  Meet our Volunteer of the Week – Sammie Peteroccelli!

  

  Sammie is a part of our Early Childhood Large Group Worship Team.  She has been helping lead worship at all of our services every weekend for over a year.  She is amazing at capturing the children’s attention and teaching them new songs every weekend.  She is dedicated, energetic and sets a great example for others.  Thank you, Sammie, the best is yet to come!

  The countdown begins…29 days til our annual Team Training Event, Thursday, September 5th 6:30pm-8:30pm. Childcare will be available.  Please mark your calendar, more details will follow soon. stay tuned….

  Thank you for your allowing HIM to shine brightly through you and doing everything within your power to use your gifts, talents and abilities. We need you!

  BIG hugs and much love,

  jill

  

  2 Timothy 1:7 – “For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.”

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• Volunteer of the Week, Karen’s Testimony, Easter & Thank You

  Posted at 2:09 pm by Stephanie McDonald

  Mar 6th

  

  Let’s celebrate!  Meet our Volunteer of the Week, John Creedon.   John started serving in September with his wife, Lorie and daughter, Erin.  He jumped right in!  John serves every other Sunday at 9am in the Green Room.  John loves to individually welcome each child and make them feel special.  He recently became a Team Leader and leads Large Group Worship.  John is a great leader!  Thank you, John, the best is yet to come!

  Please help me lift up Karen Navarro-Villafane in prayer this week.  She serves in Early Childhood with her husband, Pedro, every other Saturday at 3:45pm.  This weekend Karen will give her testimony live at each service!

  We have NINE Easter services at the end of the month.  If you are not already serving and can lend a hand we would GREATLY appreciate it.  We need at least one team member in each room and then we’ll have Easter peeps assisting.  There will be no large group teaching outside the classrooms.  Lisa will have a TV and everything you need prepared for inside the rooms just like we did for Christmas.  There will be a bulletin insert this weekend asking people to sign up to serve for an Easter service. DO NOT use this form to sign up for an Easter service, they are only for non-volunteers.  Please contact me directly or use better yet use the online scheduler. Let me know if you need your log in information. Thanks!

  Easter Service Times:

  Thurs., March 28th 7pm

  Fri., March 29th 5pm & 7pm

  Sat. March 30th 3pm, 5pm & 7pm

  Easter Sunday, March 31st 9am, 11am, 1pm

  Check out this wonderful email from Tracy.  Her daughter is three years old.  Everything you do in the classrooms is making a difference, way to go TEAM!!!!!

  “My family and my daughter LOVES everything about Parkview 😉  Every Sunday she tells my husband and I she wants to go to “school” and play with her friends at God’s house! She calls the Kidz Connection “school” and Parkview Church God’s house.  The Kidz Connection team is wonderful! Every Sunday on our way home she tells us all about what she did and the friends she met! I could tell you many more wonderful stories! Keep up what you guys are doing for our kids and families it is a blessing!!”
  Tracy B.

  More RECORD-BREAKING NEWS! This JUST in from the weekend… We had the most ever kids for a weekend at Orland – 1,077 AND the most kids yet for Sunday night service – 239 AND….the 5th consecutive week of attendance increase – which was:  887, 982, 1006, 1046, 1077.  GREAT JOB TEAM, let’s keep praying God’s little ones to come hear and see His AMAZING love.

  Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.”
  Matthew 19:13-15

  Make it a GREAT week!

  With love,

  jill

  Posted in Testimonials

• Why We Do What We Do…A Thank You Note from Mom…

  Posted at 8:28 pm by Stephanie McDonald

  Feb 11th

  THIS JUST IN!!!  Here’s an email from a parent to our Children’s Ministry Director, Laurie Kamp, that I had to share….Way to go Early Childhood Team!!!  YOU are making a difference!!!!

  “I wanted to drop you a note and thank you for your warm welcome during last Saturday’s service. My three year old son attended Kidz Connection for the first time and you were gracious enough to walk us through the process, all the way to the Blue Room. It was a courageous event for both my son and I as he hasn’t attended pre-school yet. The classroom volunteers were kind and inviting and he made it through the service. :)”

  Posted in Testimonials

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