“The Pumpkin Patch Parable” Object Lesson

October 10, 2021.Reading time 16 minutes.

Although traditional pumpkin carving is associated with Halloween, this object lesson is all about the Light – how Jesus changes us from the inside out. Use this Pumpkin Gospel to grow your family’s faith each harvest season, and plant the gospel in their hearts with this meaningful activity! Our favorite book to read while carving […]

A Conversation About Making Friends

October 3, 2021.Reading time less than 1 minute.

Are you struggling with loneliness and trying to reconnect? Join the conversation as Switch talks about the ways isolation and intentionality impact our friendships. https://www.switchonline.life.church

Live Sea Otter Cam – Monterey Bay Aquarium

October 1, 2021.Reading time less than 1 minute.

Enjoy the antics of rescued southern sea otters as they romp, tumble and wrestle live from the Monterey Bay Aquarium’s Sea Otter Exhibit. Watch them participate in fun enrichment activities with artificial kelp, ice and other toys—it all helps keep them healthy and stimulated! Feedings: 10:30AM, 1:30PM and 3:30PM PT Learn more about sea otters: […]

Sensical TV: A Safe Streaming Service for Kids

September 30, 2021.Reading time less than 1 minute.

Sensical is a new, free streaming service for kids age 2–10. Families will find thousands of entertaining and educational videos featuring characters and creators that children love!

Object Lesson on Joy

August 11, 2021.Reading time 2 minutes.

“Although you have not seen him you love him; even though you do not see him now yet believe in him, you rejoice with an indescribable and glorious joy,” ‭‭1 Peter‬ ‭1:8‬ We often search for joy in all sorts of places, but in Psalms it says, “in your presence is fullness of joy and […]

An Object Lesson on Rest from Anxiety and Weary Hearts

July 27, 2021.Reading time 3 minutes.

Use this object lesson on rest to teach kids that they can trust God to give them rest. Start the object lesson out by showing the children a pillow. Explain that we use pillows to rest our heads on when we sleep. If we didn’t have a pillow we would be very uncomfortable, and we […]

Fix Bible Verses on Your Heart and Mind with Fun Tatoos

July 26, 2021.Reading time 1 minute.

“FIX THESE WORDS OF MINE IN YOUR HEARTS AND MINDS.” DEUT. 11:18 Memorizing bible verses as a family is easy with https://dwelldifferently.com💡 It’s also a great way to share your faith with others when they ask about them! HOW IT WORKS 1. Start with a verse.2. Each letter in the design represents the first letter of each […]

“Dealing With Feelings” Series Helps Kids Manage Anger and Anxiety

July 23, 2021.Reading time 5 minutes.

“Through engaging and playful storytelling, Grappling with the Grumblies and Juggling the Jitters offers adults and young children practical tools to work through anger and anxiety together.” Judy Arnall “Funny” and “profound” picture books empower kids to manage difficult emotions, especially post pandemic. As kids and parents start to readjust to life after being kept […]

Ready to Listen in Prayer: Object Lesson

July 20, 2021.Reading time 5 minutes.

“Let those with ears use them and listen! Think carefully about the things you hear. The way you give to others is the way God will give to you. But God will give you more than you give. The person who has something will be given more. But the person who does not have much, […]

Intentional Parenting: Encouraging Words and Genuine Affection

July 19, 2021.Reading time less than 1 minute.

Intentional Parenting is a 5-part educational series developed by Doug and Cathy Fields. Explore the 10 actions you can take to be an exceptional parent in a quick-fix world. This Below Video is Includes Action 3 and 4: Action 3: ENCOURAGING WORDS. Intentional Parents regularly use words that are positive and life-giving. Action 4: GENUINE […]